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Usually October · Sakon Nakhon

Wax Castle Festival

ปราสาทผึ้งprasat phueng

Castles made of beeswax at the end of Buddhist Lent.

Real photo coming soon

At the end of Buddhist Lent, communities in Sakon Nakhon build detailed temple-like castles decorated with beeswax and parade them through town.

Honest note

[A real tip from a local]

Where
Sakon Nakhon
When
Usually October
Date
To be confirmed with the official announcement
Facts last checked
2026-10-24