Navaratri Festival 2026

Mark your calendar! Navaratri Festival 2026 at Wat Khaek Silom — the major annual celebration you don't want to miss. Get ready for the biggest religious event of the year, held just once annually: **Navaratri Festival 2026** at Thao Maha Phrom Shrine (Wat Khaek Silom). This grand celebration honoring Maha Devi and various deities runs for 13 days, from **October 10–22, 2026**. **Highlight: Traditional Procession Night** Tuesday, October 20, 2026 — A grand procession departs from Wat Khaek Silom at 7:30 PM, giving devotees the opportunity to pay respects and receive blessings. **2026 Ceremony Schedule** - **Sat, Oct 10** – Worship of Lord Ganesha - **Sun, Oct 11** – Opening ceremony of Navaratri 2026 - **Mon–Tue, Oct 12–13** – Worship of Sri Maha Durga Devi - **Wed–Fri, Oct 14–16** – Worship of Sri Maha Lakshmi Devi - **Sat, Oct 17** – Wedding ceremony of Sri Maha Uma Devi and Lord Shiva Maha Dev - **Sun, Oct 18** – Worship of Sri Maha Uma Devi and Lord Shiva Maha Dev - **Mon, Oct 19** – Worship of Sri Maha Saraswati Devi - **Tue, Oct 20** – Annual procession (departs Wat Khaek at 7:30 PM) - **Thu, Oct 22** – Lion Flag Lowering Ceremony and ritual bathing of Brahmin priests and spirit mediums **What to Bring** - **Clothing:** Dress modestly — white or bright colors are popular - **Offerings:** Flowers or other appropriate items - **Essentials:** Water, phone with power bank, and cash for donations or purchases - **Footwear:** Wear comfortable walking shoes — the area gets crowded and you may be standing for a long time **Getting There & Traffic Advisory** Especially on Tuesday, October 20, large crowds are expected and road closures/diversions may be in effect along the procession route. **Roads to avoid:** Silom, Narathiwat Ratchanakharin, Surasak, Sathon, and surrounding streets. **Public transport (recommended):** - **BTS:** Alight at Surasak or Chong Nonsi stations, then walk to the venue - **Bus:** Routes 15, 76, 77, 115, 504, and 514 **Driving:** Avoid driving directly to Wat Khaek. Park in a car park outside the procession route and walk or take the BTS to the event to avoid heavy traffic.