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The Wat Chalong Fair runs for 7 days from Thursday 3rd February – Wednesday 9th February 2011. This is the biggest fair in Phuket attracting people from all over Thailand.

If you are looking for a fun authentic Phuket tour this will be perfect for you. It is ideal for everyone from single travellers to families to groups of friends.

What Is Going on At Wat Chalong Fair?

• Live Entertainment
• Appearances & Performances from Thai Celebrities
• Thai Cuisine – From every corner of the Kingdom
• Thai Dancing Performances
• Muay Thai Matches
• Shops & Stalls – Selling clothes, electronics, jewellery, cosmetics, ceramics, plants and much more.
• Games
• Merry-Go-rounds
• Playground Areas

Visit The Wat Chalong Fair

If you would like to go to the Wat Chalong Fair, we can take you there. You will be picked up in private transport from your hotel and driven to Wat Chalong.

You will be assigned your very own personal tour guides. Are guides are all locals and are experts in everything Phuket. Our local guides are also fluent in English. They will guide you throughout your visit to the fair.

At the end of your visit your tour guide will transfer you back to your hotel. This is an ideal tour if you are holidaying in Phuket and are looking for an unforgettable evening.

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If you will be in Phuket during February 2011 and you are interested in taking part in some authentic Phuket tours, we have some ideas for you.


Chinese New Year – Thursday 3rd February 2011

Come and celebrate the arrival of the, “Year of The Rabbit” in Phuket. Chinese New Year, is a widely celebrated event in Phuket, due to the large Chinese population. Marvel at the colourful parades and performances going on around Phuket.

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Old Phuket Festival – From 8th February – 10th February 2011

The Old Phuket Festival, is packed full with culture, entertainment and fun. Watch the “Phuket Baba Light Show”, performances of traditional folk dancing, acrobats and spectacular parades. The evening will culminate in an impressive firework display.

Read More About The Old Phuket Festival


Wat Chalong Fair – Thursday 3rd February – Wednesday 9th February 2011

Immerse yourself  in Thai culture and local history. The Wat Chalong Fair, was traditionally organized by local farmers who were celebrating the end of the harvest. You will enjoy live music and appearances from Thai celebrities. There will also be displays of traditional dancing and a selection of Thai cuisine from around the Kingdom.

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Hire A Local Tour Guide

Phuket Tour Guides, can pick you up from your hotel and take you to the festival. You will be transferred in private transport to and from your tour.

You may also like to hire a local tour guide, who will privately guide you throughout your tour. Your tour guide, will be happy to explain what is happening and help you to communicate with the local community.


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If you are in Phuket during February 2011 and are looking for an authentic Phuket tour you may be interested in the upcoming festivals. Take the chance to experience and learn about Thai culture. This will be a unique chance to be involved with the local Phuket community as they celebrate some very special festivals.


Chinese New Year – Thursday 3rd February 2011

Chinese New Year is a very popular festival, this is due to there being a large Chinese population in Thailand and also as many Thai’s are of Chinese descent.

Celebrations will be taking place across the many Chinese Temples in Phuket. Experience the new year celebrations in the heart of Phuket.

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Old Phuket Town Festival – Begins Thursday 3rd February 2011

The Old Phuket Town Festival runs alongside the Chinese New Year celebrations. If you would like to see and experience Phuket culture, this is a perfect opportunity for you. You will have a chance to mix with the local people in a major Phuket festival.

Read More Information On Old Phuket Town Festival




Wat Chalong Fair – Begins Thursday 3rd February 2011

Steeped in history this fair is a mixture of shopping, cuisine and entertainment. At the fair you will find many vendors selling everything you can imagine from electrical items to clothing to souvenirs to locally produced goods.

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How Can Phuket Tour Guides Help You?

Phuket Tour Guides can provide you with your very own local tour guide. Your tour guide will pick you up from your hotel and transfer you to the festival in private transport. You will be guided throughout your time at the festival. Your guide will explain what is going on and ensure you do not miss anything.


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The Wat Chalong Fair, is a key event in Phuket’s event calandar. It is considered to be one of the biggest festivals attracting people from all over Thailand.

The festival and fair takes place this year from Thursday 3rd February – Wednesday 9th February 2011 at the Wat Chalong Buddhist Temple.

Historically, the Wat Chalong Fair, was enjoyed by the hard working local farmers. Once the harvest had been completed, the farmers would create a funfair on the temple’s grounds. The fair was a chance for the farmer’s to celebrate their hard work.

The Wat Chalong Fair, runs at the same time as the Chinese New Year celebrations. The local farmers, organize this so that the Phuket residents of Chinese heritage could be included in the celebrations.

The fair is a mixture of shopping, cuisine and entertainment. At the fair you will find many vendors selling everything you can imagine from electrical items to clothing to souvenirs to locally produced goods.

There will also be vendors from all over Thailand, setting up restaurants in the grounds of the temple. You will be able to enjoy an array of Thai food for a reasonable price.

For the entertainment there will be live concerts, appearances from Thai celebrities, Thai dancing, Muay Thai displays and much more.


Visit The Wat Chalong Fair With Phuket Tour Guides

This is an excellent chance to experience Thai culture and to interact with the local community.

Phuket Tour Guides, can provide you with a local tour guide who will take you to the fair. You will be picked up by private transport and guided throughout the fair by an experienced tour guide. Our guides are all local and are fluent in both English and Thai.


Contact Phuket Tour Guides

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