From November 9 to December 23, 2025, the banks of the Chao Phraya River in Bangkok will host "Vijit Chao Phraya 2025," illuminating the city for 45 consecutive nights of magical moments!
- Event Highlights
A world-class light art festival, this event perfectly combines light and music to create a dreamlike audio-visual feast. The theme of the festival is "Light of Siam, Mother of the Land," honoring Queen Mother Sirikit. The overall atmosphere is gentle and elegant, wrapping the Chao Phraya River in a soft glow, transforming it into a "luminous river of motherhood." The event also features fireworks and drone shows, with 500 to 1,000 drones forming patterns like the "Royal Emblem" and "Light of Siam" in the night sky, creating a romantic atmosphere filled with tranquility and respect. The fireworks display will further illuminate the riverside scenery.
- Landmark 3D Projection Shows:
Rama VIII Bridge — Themed "Royal Mercy," featuring projections of jasmine flowers and the Thai flag.
Wat Arun — "Dawn of Siam" showcases the solemnity and splendor of the Phra Prang stupa.
Nagaraphirom Park — A light and shadow puppet show, "Chao Phraya Rhapsody," rich in Thai artistic flair.
ICONSIAM — "Thai Light Symphony" synchronized with fountains and royal music, with three shows nightly.
Santa Cruz Church — A projection mapping display transforms the church into a "Lighthouse" of hope, perfect for photos.
- Drone Shows:
500 Drones: November 9, 14, 21, 28 & December 5, 12, 19
1,000 Drones: November 15, 22, 29 & December 6, 13, 20
One show nightly at 8:45 PM. Don't miss it!
- Cultural Performances:
Traditional Thai dances, music, and other cultural performances will be staged throughout the event, offering visitors a deep dive into Thailand's cultural heritage. Visitors can choose to take a cruise to admire the light festival from the river, experiencing the interplay of lights and water. Alternatively, you can stroll along the riverbanks to appreciate the charm of the light art up close and enjoy this visual feast.
- Fireworks Display:
Held at Memorial Bridge from December 5–7, 13–14, and 20–21, 2025, at 8:45 PM, under the theme "Light of Siam, Mother of the Land."
This spectacular fireworks and light festival will bring unprecedented vitality to Bangkok, making it an unmissable cultural event of 2025