One of the most beautiful festivals in Thailand is Loy Krathong which is held on the full moon in October/November. This is the time of the year when people go to the local river or canals to ask Mother of Water for forgiveness in polluting the water over the past year.
During the afternoon, there are parades and a beauty pageant. In the photograph at the top of the page, the contestants are being paraded around the town on the back of samlors. There is also a competition for the most beautiful krathong.
On the approach to the City Hall and around the market, there are many stalls selling krathongs. Many of these are made from banana leaves. After buying one, people take them down to the riverfront to float on the water. As they push their krathong away they make a wish for their future.
During the afternoon on Loy Krathong, there are usually cultural activities for people to see and enjoy. You will be able to see local Mon people doing a show of traditional dancing as well as people doing demonstrations of handicraft.
In the first picture, some people are making animals made out of banana leaves.
As usual, there is always things to buy and food to eat. Thai people love snacking! 
Every Loy Krathong day, there is always a fair at City Hall. There is plenty to see and do during the evening. There are things to buy and food to eat.
Giant lanterns are lit and float up into the night sky. Firework displays delight everyone. There are games to play for both the young and old.
You can go on the big wheel or ride the Merry-go-round. If you are feeling hungry, trying snacking on traditional food.
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