Tourist News For Thailand
Stay up to date with the latest tourist news for Thailand, including travel updates, transport, attractions, festivals, entry rules and visitor advice.

The free ISAN UNBOXED FEST: Feel More ISAN runs 28–30 August 2026, from 3:00–9:00 pm, at Museum Siam in Bangkok.

Its five zones feature Isan food, travel deals, crafts and workshops, contemporary performances, talks, wellness traditions and cultural beliefs. Museum Siam is accessible from Sanam Chai MRT station, exits 1 or 2.

Until 29 August 2026, visitors can see Baba–Peranakan-themed projection mapping at the Chartered Bank Intersection in Phuket Old Town. Ten light-and-sound presentations run nightly between 7:00 pm and 10:05 pm.

TAT has announced B.Duck Playful 20th – Glow In The Duck, running daily at centralwOrld from 24 August to 20 September 2026.

The event includes two giant inflatable playlands, carnival games, shopping, illuminated evening displays and a 12-metre B.Duck installation.

• Location: Outdoor Squares B and C, centralwOrld
• Opening hours: 2:00–10:00 pm daily
• Standard admission: 250 baht, including a 30-minute play session and anti-slip socks
• Deluxe package: 888 baht, with a one-hour session and additional merchandise and activities

TAT has announced the Amazing Chiang Mai Green Guide Fest 2026, running 28–30 August 2026 at Railway Park, Chiang Mai. The three-day event includes local food, crafts, wellness activities, workshops, cultural performances and evening concerts across six zones.

Free electric shuttle services will operate on two routes:

• San Pa Khoi Market–Railway Park
• Kad Luang–Railway Park

TAT expects at least 15,000 visitors, so increased activity around Railway Park is likely.

Thailand’s official e‑Visa service will be unavailable for a system upgrade from 00:00 to 23:59 on Sunday, 30 August 2026 (Thailand time). This could affect travellers trying to lodge or manage applications that day.

TAT has confirmed 12 Chao Phraya River rehearsals, culminating in the Royal Barge Procession and Royal Kathin Ceremony at Wat Arun on 6 November 2026.

Upcoming rehearsals begin at approximately 2:30 pm:

• 27 August
• 3, 8, 17 and 23 September
• 2, 8 and 15 October
• Full-dress rehearsals: 21 and 28 October

The route runs from Wasukri Pier past Phra Sumen Fort, the Grand Palace and Royal Thai Navy Auditorium to Wat Arun. Public viewing is available along both riverbanks between Krung Thon Bridge and Wat Arun.

From 16 October 2026, security staff at Thai airports may open checked baggage without the passenger being present when screening identifies a suspicious or prohibited item. Bags will not be opened routinely. Inspections must occur under controlled conditions, be video-recorded and be disclosed to the passenger afterwards.

CAAT recommends internationally recognised locks such as TSA-compatible locks. Travellers should not place power banks, spare lithium batteries, valuables, fragile objects, important documents or essential medication in checked baggage.