Vijit Chao Phraya 2026 brings free fireworks, drone shows and dazzling lights to Bangkok’s riverfront

The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) has released a programme of fireworks, drone displays and light-and-sound performances for Vijit Chao Phraya 2026, which will illuminate Bangkok’s riverfront from November 13 to December 13, 2026.

TAT Governor Thapanee Kiatphaibool said the 31-day festival would take place along both banks of the Chao Phraya River, stretching from Rama III Bridge to Rama VIII Bridge, as part of efforts to stimulate tourism towards the end of the year.

Held under the theme “Light of Imagination”, the event will combine multimedia technology with the cultural heritage of Bangkok’s historic riverfront.

Visitors can expect light-and-sound installations, projection mapping, illuminated drone formations, fireworks and traditional Thai cultural performances at landmarks along the river.

Fireworks and drone show schedule

Special performances are scheduled at five major locations, with different dates and times for drone formations, fireworks and cultural shows.

1. Wat Arun Ratchawararam

The riverside temple will serve as the backdrop for illuminated drone formations.

• November: 12, 13, 18, 20, 25 and 27
• December: 2, 4, 9 and 11
• Showtime: 7.50pm
• Frequency: One performance per scheduled evening

2. Rama VIII Bridge

Visitors can watch a special waterfall-style fireworks display illuminating the bridge.

• November: 12, 13, 20 and 27
• December: 4 and 11
• Showtime: 8.45pm
• Frequency: One performance per scheduled evening

3. Krungthep Bridge

Fireworks displays will take place at Krungthep Bridge on selected evenings.

• November: 12, 13, 20 and 27
• December: 4 and 11
• Showtime: 8.45pm
• Frequency: One performance per scheduled evening

4. Memorial Bridge

Memorial Bridge, also known as Phra Phuttha Yodfa Bridge, will host special fireworks displays.

• November: 12, 13, 20 and 27
• December: 4 and 11
• Showtime: 8.45pm
• Frequency: One performance per scheduled evening

5. Wat Kalayanamit Woramahawihan

The temple will feature traditional cultural performances combined with light-and-sound displays and special visual effects.

• November: 12, 13, 14, 15, 20, 21, 22, 27, 28 and 29
• December: 4, 5, 6, 11, 12 and 13
• Showtimes: 7.20pm and 8.20pm
• Frequency: Two performances per scheduled evening

Seventeen riverside locations to explore

The festival will bring together Bangkok’s historic temples, bridges, museums and modern riverside landmarks, using lighting installations and multimedia displays to highlight the character of each location.

The 17 locations listed in the programme are:

1. Bank of Thailand Museum and Learning Center
2. Rama VIII Bridge
3. The mouths of Bangkok Noi and Dusit canals, near Siriraj Hospital
4. Siriraj Bimuksthan Museum, around the clock tower at Siriraj Hospital
5. Thammasat University, Tha Phra Chan campus
6. Royal Thai Naval Institute office building and the connecting walkway to the Royal Thai Navy Auditorium
7. Nagaraphirom Park
8. Wat Arun Ratchawararam
9. Wichai Prasit Fort
10. Wat Kalayanamit Woramahawihan
11. Memorial Bridge, also known as Phra Phuttha Yodfa Bridge
12. Phra Pok Klao Bridge
13. Vacant building near Lhong 1919, on Chiang Mai Road in Khlong San district
14. ICONSIAM
15. The Langham, Custom House, Bangkok
16. The First Presbyterian Church of Bangkok, in Samre
17. Krungthep Bridge

The displays are designed to showcase the relationship between the Chao Phraya River, Bangkok’s cultural heritage and its contemporary cityscape.

By combining illuminated landmarks with performances and modern visual technology, TAT aims to attract visitors to the riverfront and encourage tourism activity during the year-end period.

Vijit Chao Phraya 2026 is scheduled to run from November 13 to December 13, with special performances on selected dates.