Bun Bang Fai (Rocket Festival)

    Bun Bang Fai (Rocket Festival)

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    This raucous pre-planting festival sees villages compete to launch the biggest bamboo rockets into the sky. The celebration includes parades, traditional music, folk dancing, and plenty of local whiskey. Failed launches result in participants being thrown in the mud!

    When: May/June
    Where: Yasothon & Northeastern Thailand

    Highlights

    Rocket competitionsParadesTraditional dancingMo Lam music

    Travel Tips

    • Yasothon has the biggest festival
    • Expect to get dirty
    • Very local and authentic experience

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