Chiang Mai Winter Fair 
 Demcember 28, 1999-January 4, 2000  
Chiang Mai City Hall, Chiang Mai
          This annual fair, held at Chiang Mai's city hall, features an assortment of  local products and
handicrafts for sale, an extravagant Miss Chiang Mai beauty contest, and various forms of local
entertainment. Everything comes alive
especially at night.

Welcomeing In The Dawn 
Demcember 31,1999 - January 1,2000  the Royal plaza,
Ratchadamnoen Avenue, and Sanam Luang
Let's celebate your very first moment to the
next millennium by sharing the one vioce
countdownn together with over half a million
thai people in the heart of the magnificent
scintillating streets of Bangkok. Highlight
your  night with sparkling carnivals, cultural shows , fireworks, music bands and parties amidst the
most fascinating atmosphere that will get you
talking for years to come.

New Year Celebrations 
Fanuary 1,2000  Nationwide
to welcome in the New Year, a range of uniquely Thai traditional and cultural festivities that begin with early morning Buddhist merit marking, and afternoon and evening Buddhist merit making, and afternoon and evening  folk entertainment are conducted in
various parts of the country.

Bang Sai Arts & Crafts Fair 
January 12 - February 21,2000 Bang Sai Royal Folk Arts & Crafts Centre, Ayutthaya
As part of assisting farmers obtain further means of livelihood, the SUPPORT project was established under H.M. the Queen's Royal Patronage. Each year an annual fair displays the unique cottage industry products of this project, and allows visitors the opportunity to enjoy shopping and view exhibitions of local products. Folk entertainment performances enliven the fair.

    Bo SangUmbrellaFair&SanKamphaeng
HandicraftsFestival   January 14 -16,2000
Bo Sang, near Chiang Mai has become renowned for its exquisitely painted paper umbrellas, which are sought after by visitors from all over the world. An annual fair, held on the main street, celebrates the traditional art of umbrella making and painting,as features contests, exhilbitions, sales of handicrafts, and a Miss Bo Sang beauty pageant. Come and see this festival for yourself. advance reservations are neccessary.

Phra That Phanom Homage-Paying Fair 

January 14 - 20,2000  Phra That Phanom Temple, Nakhon Phanom

Regarded as a symbol of northeastern thailand, the famous Phra That Phanom, Nakhon Phanom, which enshrines a relic of the Lord Buddha, is th site of an annual seven-day fair that attracts thousands of devotees from all over Thailand who come to pay homage at the shrine. There are also various forms of local entertainment.

Don Chedi Memorial Fair 

january 23 - Februry 1,2000  Don Chedi Memorial Plaza, Suphan buri

In the late 16th century, King Naresuan the Great, an Ayutthayan ruler, won a historical elephant-back duel against the leader of an enemy force. This momentous event led to the freedom of the kingdom from foreign occupation. This fair celebrates this significant event with historical exhibitions and local entertainment in the ture Thai sense of fun.

Tawai Village Woodcarving Fair 

January 29 - February 4,2000
Tawai Village, Chiang Mai

This event highlights the talents of northern Thai woodcarving artisans and their work with demonstrations, contests andsales ofwoodcraving and other local handicrafts. There is also a street parade andvarious local cultural performances.

Chinese New Year and Dragon & Lion Parade 

January 9,2000 Nakhon Sawan Municipality,
Nakhon Sawan

This annual is conducted by locals of Chinese descent to pay respect to the Golden Dragon deity for his benevolence. There is a brightly colcured procession with marching bands, various lion and dragon dances from seven nations, and figures of venerated deities. A brings the event to an end.

Outdoor Theatrical Performances 

January - May,2000  National Musem, Bangkok

Dressed in colourful sparkling costumes, the artists put on their best performance from Thai classical dance to local folk dance. A truly memorable treat amidst colourful light and joyful sound from the beautiful song of H.M. King Bhumibol performed by a symphony orchestra.

January - June and October - December,2000  Lumphini Park, Bangkok

Relive the ancient Thai culture, enfoy the traditional shows from the villages of 4 regions and remote parts of Thailand and shop for memorabilia such as Thai handicrafts.

Thai Culture Before Your Eyes 

Bangkok Floating Market 

January - December,2000  Wat Suwannaram
near Khlong Bangkok Noi
The unique scene of Thai life is depicted clearly in a floating market. The Wat Suwannaram Floating Market has the most convenient access from major tourist spots that you may find canal vendors on sampans laden with flowers, tropical fruits, vegetables and a wide choice of Thai fastfoods, noodles and the never to be missed typical Thai desserts. Enjoy the meal and watch your weight!