Light Festival, Fireworks, and Drone Show during Vijit Chao Phraya 2026

 

Vijit Chao Phraya 2025: A Dazzling Spectacle of Fireworks, Light, and Sound on the River

The Vijit Chao Phraya 2025 event, which was originally scheduled to be held from November 1 to December 15, 2025, has been postponed in observance of the national mourning period. The event is now rescheduled to take place from November 9th to December 23rd, 2025

Meanwhile, Chao Phraya River cruises will continue operating as usual, with regular performances and live music on board. However, sound levels will be adjusted appropriately in accordance with the Marine Department’s regulations.

**Official Announcement**

Source: www.tatnews.org

📅 November 9th - December 23rd, 2025

Vijit Chao Phraya 2025, the biggest light display in Bangkok, is a grand light and sound show taking place along the Chao Phraya River. It's organized by the Tourism Authority of Thailand. The festival is displayed at 15 significant riverside locations with cutting-edge technology, including mesmerizing laser shows, innovative light installations, and captivating illuminations. Cultural performances showcasing Thailand's rich heritage add to the enchanting atmosphere.

This year, Vijit Chao Phraya 2025 presents a new concept, “The Light of Siam: Mother of the Land”, honoring the grace and benevolence of Her Majesty the Queen Mother. The traditional fireworks will be replaced with an elegant drone light show, symbolizing tribute and remembrance. Lighting and color tones are refined for a serene, respectful ambiance.

✨ Highlights: A stunning fireworks show near the Memorial Bridge.

• Fireworks show every Saturday and Sunday at 20:45 hrs.
  • 5 (special), 6, 7, 13, 14, 20, and 21 December

Special Drone show and fireworks display ✨ near Memorial Bridge

• On 23 December 2025 at 8.45 PM.

Waterfall Fireworks Show near the Memorial Bridge.

• Waterfall Fireworks Show at 20:45 hrs.
  • November 30

Spectacular drone light show near the Memorial Bridge.

• 500 Drones Show Every Friday at 20:45 hrs.
  • November 9, 14, 21, and 28

• 1,000 Drones Show Every Saturday at 20:45 hrs.
  • November 15, 22, and 29
  • December 5, 12, and 19

Experiencing the light festival from a cruise ship is truly something special. Imagine this: you're enjoying a buffet dinner onboard as the ship glides across the water.

🚢 Recommended Cruises for Spectacular Drone Light Show Viewing:
Dinner cruises from 7:00 PM onwards. Recommend booking at least 2 weeks in advance.

The drone light shows are performed every Friday and Saturday. You can take these cruises to see the spectacular drone show near Memorial Bridge.

• The Luxury White Cruise
  The newest cruise on the river
  
• Wonderful Pearl Cruise
  A magnificent 3-deck cruise featuring a stunning fountain on the rooftop and 5-star hotel service.
  
• River Star Princess Cruise
  Perfect for halal food lovers, offering a delightful dining experience.
  
• Viva Alangka Cruise
  An elegant cruise designed to make your evening unforgettable.

• Meridian Cruise / Meridian Cruise 2
  Immerse yourself in the magical atmosphere of a spectacular light display with a full cruise experience.
• Smile Riverside Cruise
  Anchors close to Memorial Bridge offer an up-close view of the breathtaking Drone Light Show.
  
• Royal Princess Cruise
  Specially designed to stop at prime drone light show viewing locations during the Vijit Chao Phraya event. Note: Routes may not cover the Rama VIII Bridge if time constraints apply.

 

Book your Chao Phraya River Dinner Cruise and choose your preferred seating zone — rooftop deck, air-conditioned cabin, or front-deck view — with real-time availability updates.

✅ Guaranteed seating in the zone you select — only at Ticket2Attraction.

Thai Cultural Performances with Light, Sound, and Special Effects Technology: Wat Kalayanamitr Varamahavihara

• Every Saturday and Sunday at 19:50 and 20:20 hrs.
• November 9, 15, 16, 22, 23, 29, and 30.
• December 6, 7, 13, 14, 20, and 21.

Light & Sound Shows:

• Daily from November 9th to December 23rd, 2025
• 6 shows per day (5 minutes per round): 19:00 / 19:30 / 20:00 / 20:30 / 21:00 / 21:30 hrs
• Locations:
• Rama VIII Bridge
• Royal Thai Naval Institute
• Memorial Bridge
• Soi Lhong 1919
• ICONSIAM (18.55 / 19:55 / 20:55 hrs)

Projection-Mapping: 

• Animated projections on iconic buildings, bringing Thai history and culture to life.
  
  

Light Installations & Illuminations:

• State-of-the-art light installations enhance the beauty of various locations.
  
  

🎇 14 Riverside Locations with Light Installations & Illuminations:

Displayed along both sides of the Chao Phraya River (from Rama VIII Bridge to Rama III Bridge) from 18:00 to 22:00 hrs

1. Rama VIII Bridge

2. Area at the Mouth of Khlong Bangkok Noi – Mouth of Khlong Dusit (Siriraj Hospital)

3. Siriraj Bimuksthan Museum (Siriraj Hospital)

4. Office of the Royal Thai Naval Institute (Royal Thai Navy Headquarters)

5. Nagaraphirom Park

6. Wat Arun Ratchawararam Ratchaworamahawihan

7. Wichai Prasit Fort

8. Wat Kalayanamitr Woramahawihan

9. Phra Phutthayotfa Bridge (Memorial Bridge)

10. Phra Pok Klao Bridge

11. Holy Rosary Church (Kalawar)

12. ICONSIAM 

13. Abandoned Building (Soi Lhong 1919)

14. Piledriver/Construction Crane on the Waterway (Bangkok Dock Company Limited)

Thank you for the pictures and information from Vijit Chao Phraya

Updated: November 29, 2025