Merit-Making on Elephant Back & Big Buddha Worship Festival 2026

Witness a unique cultural tradition at the annual Merit-Making on Elephant Back and Big Buddha Worship Festival!

Join this sacred and grand celebration in Buriram, featuring magnificent elephant processions, traditional performances, and the rare opportunity to offer alms to monks seated on elephants.

Event Highlights
July 24, 2026

• 07:00 AM: Be amazed by the spectacular elephant parade and traditional dance procession.
• 09:29 AM: Participate in the grand merit-making ceremony with alms-giving on elephant back.
• Evening: Enjoy a lively evening performance of modern Mor Lam Klon by the Wanchalermnoi Dawneua troupe.

July 25, 2026

• Join the sacred worship dance ceremony to pay respects to the Big Buddha.
• Catch the high-energy, thrilling local Muay Thai boxing matches.

July 26, 2026

• Listen to merit-making Dhamma sermons by the Amatadham Siangthong group.
• Enjoy a vibrant traditional folk music performance of Kantrum by the Dawrung Muang Surin troupe.

Event Details
Dates: July 20-26, 2026
Venue: In front of the Satuek District Office, Buriram Province