When and where
When: Mid June to August (best in July)
Rule: Lunar calendar. Variable: the bloom follows the weather; in 2026 it ran roughly mid June to August; no fixed dates.
Dates can change. Check the current date shortly before your trip with the local organisers or the tourist office.
About Siam Tulip Festival, Chaiyaphum
Each year in the rainy season fields in Chaiyaphum turn pink and white with Siam tulips (dok krachiao), a wild flower that blooms only briefly. In Pa Hin Ngam and Sai Thong National Parks there are festivals with walking trails, stalls and guided tours. It is a fairly little-known flower destination for those seeking calm and nature. The bloom depends strongly on rain, so check bloom updates.
Getting there
Chaiyaphum is about 330 km from Bangkok; bus or rental car; the parks are 30-70 km outside the city.
Highlights
- Pink fields Siam tulips bloom across large plains in the parks.
- Walking trails Laid-out trails and viewpoints through the fields.
- Quiet season Far fewer tourists than the well-known bloom sites.
Tips for Siam Tulip Festival, Chaiyaphum
- Expect rain; bring a poncho and insect repellent.
- Check bloom updates before you go.
- A rental car makes the parks easier to visit.
Siam Tulip Festival, Chaiyaphum on the map
Pinch to zoom; tap a point for more info. Open circles: approximate location.
The location on the map is approximate.
The map shows Pa Hin Ngam / Sai Thong National Park, one of the places for Siam tulips (dok krachiao).
Frequently asked questions about Siam Tulip Festival, Chaiyaphum
When is Siam Tulip Festival, Chaiyaphum in 2026?
For 2026 we have no verified date; it is not fixed yet, so we do not guess. The rule is: Mid June to August (best in July). Variable: the bloom follows the weather; in 2026 it ran roughly mid June to August; no fixed dates. Check shortly beforehand with the organiser or the province.
Where is the best place to see Siam Tulip Festival, Chaiyaphum?
Watch it best at Pa Hin Ngam National Park, Chaiyaphum. Siam tulips bloom across large plains in the parks. Chaiyaphum is about 330 km from Bangkok; bus or rental car; the parks are 30-70 km outside the city. Laid-out trails and viewpoints through the fields. Highlight: Quiet season – Far fewer tourists than the well-known bloom sites.
What should I bring or wear to Siam Tulip Festival, Chaiyaphum?
Expect rain; bring a poncho and insect repellent. Check bloom updates before you go. A rental car makes the parks easier to visit. Highlight: Pink fields – Siam tulips bloom across large plains in the parks. Highlight: Walking trails – Laid-out trails and viewpoints through the fields.
Festivals near Pa Hin Ngam National Park, Chaiyaphum
- Phetchabun Sweet Tamarind Festival 95 km as the crow flies
- Thao Suranari Festival (Ya Mo) 100 km as the crow flies
- Phimai Festival 120 km as the crow flies
- Tak Bat Dok Mai (Flower Alms, Saraburi) 125 km as the crow flies
- Lopburi Monkey Buffet Festival 130 km as the crow flies