Not officially confirmed: The data for this festival is less certain; check on the spot or with the organisers.
When and where
When: Late January to early February (about 9 days)
Rule: Lunar calendar. Variable: 2024 ran 27 January-4 February; in 2026 there was a parade on 23 January; no confirmed 2026-27 dates.
Dates can change. Check the current date shortly before your trip with the local organisers or the tourist office.
About Phetchabun Sweet Tamarind Festival
Phetchabun is famous for sweet tamarind and celebrates it in January-February with the Sweet Tamarind Festival. There are parades, a beauty contest, stalls with fresh and processed tamarind and a provincial programme. The festival is mainly local and gives insight into the province's farming. It fits well with a trip to Khao Kho or Nam Nao. The festival is marked with parades, stalls and tamarind products, a local pride of the province.
Getting there
Phetchabun is about 350 km from Bangkok; bus or car.
Highlights
- Sweet tamarind Taste fresh, candied and dried tamarind.
- Parade Floats and dancers move through the city.
- Provincial products Stalls with local agricultural products.
Tips for Phetchabun Sweet Tamarind Festival
- Dates are not fixed; check the provincial calendar.
- Bring cash.
- Combine with Khao Kho or Phu Hin Rong Kla.
Phetchabun Sweet Tamarind Festival on the map
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The location on the map is approximate.
The map shows central Phetchabun, the festival city.
Frequently asked questions about Phetchabun Sweet Tamarind Festival
When is Phetchabun Sweet Tamarind Festival in 2026?
For 2026 we have no verified date; it is not fixed yet, so we do not guess. The rule is: Late January to early February (about 9 days). Variable: 2024 ran 27 January-4 February; in 2026 there was a parade on 23 January; no confirmed 2026-27 dates. Check shortly beforehand with the organiser or the province.
Where is the best place to see Phetchabun Sweet Tamarind Festival?
Watch it best at Phetchabun city. Taste fresh, candied and dried tamarind. Phetchabun is about 350 km from Bangkok; bus or car. Floats and dancers move through the city. Highlight: Provincial products – Stalls with local agricultural products. Phetchabun is famous for sweet tamarind and celebrates it in January-February with the Sweet Tamarind Festival.
Is Phetchabun Sweet Tamarind Festival free to attend?
Yes, watching is free. The venue is Phetchabun city. Dates are not fixed; check the provincial calendar. Bring cash. Highlight: Sweet tamarind – Taste fresh, candied and dried tamarind. Highlight: Parade – Floats and dancers move through the city. There are parades, a beauty contest, stalls with fresh and processed tamarind and a provincial programme.
Festivals near Phetchabun city
- Phichit Long Boat Races 85 km as the crow flies
- Siam Tulip Festival, Chaiyaphum 95 km as the crow flies
- Phi Ta Khon (Ghost Mask Festival, Dan Sai) 95 km as the crow flies
- Nakhon Sawan Chinese New Year (Pak Nam Pho) 135 km as the crow flies
- Loy Krathong 170 km as the crow flies