Deputy Prime Minister “Mr. Borwornsak Uwanno” presided over the opening ceremony of Loy Krathong Festival 2025, held under the theme “Loy Krathong Tai (Authentic Thai Identity) Thai : In Reverence to the Mother of the Land”
Wednesday, November 5, 2025, at 6:00 p.m., Wat Arun Ratchawararam Ratchawaramahawihan, Bangkok – Mr. Anutin Charnvirakul, Prime Minister and Minister of Interior, assigned Mr. Borwornsak Uwanno, Deputy Prime Minister, to preside over Loy Krathong Festival 2025 under the theme “Loy Krathong Tai (Authentic Thai Identity) Thai : In Reverence to the Mother of the Land” held in remembrance and deep gratitude for Her Majesty Queen Sirikit The Queen Mother. The ceremony was attended by Phra Sophonvachirabhorn (Sawai Chotiko), Assistant Abbot of Wat Arun Ratchawararam Ratchawaramahawihan; Ms. Sabeeda Thaised, Minister of Culture; Cabinet members; Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary; diplomatic corps; Mr. Prasop Riang-ngern, Permanent Secretary for Culture; Mrs. Yuthika Isarangkura, Director-General of the Department of Cultural Promotion; executives from the Ministry of Culture; representatives of co-organizing agencies such as the Royal Thai Navy, Thai Beverage Public Company Limited, Thai Group Holdings Public Company Limited, cultural networks, honored guests, media representatives, and the citizens.

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Mr. Borwornsak Uwanno, Deputy Prime Minister, stated that this year’s Loy Krathong Festival, organized by the Ministry of Culture through the Department of Cultural Promotion, in collaboration with Wat Arun Ratchawararam Ratchawaramahawihan, the Royal Thai Navy, Thai Group Holdings Public Company Limited, Thai Beverage Public Company Limited, and 33 public, private, and community organizations, is held under the theme “Loy Krathong Tai (Authentic Thai Identity) Thai : In Reverence to the Mother of the Land” The event aims to preserve this treasured Thai cultural heritage, reflecting gratitude to the Goddess of Water Gonga, environmental conservation, and harmonious coexistence. The event embraces both traditional and modern aspects, including interactive digital krathong (a small, decorated basket or float, traditionally made from banana tree trunks and leaves, flowers, and a candle) floating, while emphasizing environmental protection through the use of eco-friendly natural materials.





Ms. Sabeeda Thaised, Minister of Culture, explained that, following the passing of Her Majesty Queen Sirikit The Queen Mother, who was the Supreme Patron of Thai Artists, it is fitting to commemorate Her Majesty’s immense contributions to the preservation, revival, and creation of Thailand’s artistic heritage – from handicrafts and fine arts to classical dance forms such as Khon (a form of masked theatre that depicts the story of Ramakien (รามเกียรติ์), a Thai epic based on the Hindu tale of Ramayana), as well as all of which have gained global recognition. Therefore, the Ministry of Culture has organized “Loy Krathong Tai (Authentic Thai Identity) Thai : In Reverence to the Mother of the Land” festival to honor Her Majesty’s legacy and to promote Loy Krathong tradition, an important cultural heritage of Thailand, at both national and international levels. This initiative supports UNESCO’s four dimensions of sustainable development – cultural, social, economic, and environmental dimensions – and aligns with the Ministry’s policy of “Preserve, Create, and Carry Culture into a Sustainable Future”. The festival also aims to promote cultural tourism, support local Thai identity, modernize cultural spaces, and expand markets for Thai cultural products. Additionally, the Department of Cultural Promotion has formally submitted the nomination of “Loy Krathong in Thailand” (Loy Krathong : Traditional Water – HonoringFestival in Thailand) for inclusion in UNESCO’s Representative List of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity, which is now under review by the UNESCO Committee.



Festival activities include cultural performances, interactive eco-friendly krathong floating, exhibitions the royal aspiration and lifelong dedication of Her Majesty Queen Sirikit The Queen Mother, exhibitions highlighting the meaning and importance of the Loy Krathong tradition, creative cultural markets, demonstrations of traditional Thai cuisine and desserts, workshops on krathong making and mourning ribbon crafting, DIY and craft activities, and performances by national artists of Thailand, popular performers, and folk artists. In addition, the Ministry of Culture has coordinated with local agencies to organize Loy Krathong celebrations in 5 uniquely cultural identity provinces [Sukhothai, Chiang Mai, Tak, Samut Songkhram, and Roi Et] along with 18 local culture provinces [KhonKaen, Buriram, Nakhon Ratchasima, PhraNakhon Si Ayutthaya, Lampang, Ranong, Chainat, Kamphaeng Phet, Satun, Songkhla, Amnat Charoen, Samut Prakan, Narathiwat, Nakhon Phanom, Surat Thani, Uthai Thani, Rayong, and Nakhon Sawan] as well as in various districts across Bangkok.








