Hidden deep in NE Thailand is an unlikely find, a Christmas village. The whole city of Nakhon Phanom comes to life the week before and after Christmas at an

Winter Festival Light show/Street Market
The city has a bike lane extending over the river and during the festivities, it is completely transformed into a Christmas tunnel. It’s a great place for a walk and to experience the









New Years Wishing tree
There is a station set up with a wishing tree in the center of the market with a table, pens, and tags to write out your new year wish, resolution, or message to the community. This is a fun free event as well as many others




Winter Festival live music/dancing
Music and dancing are pretty much required for Thai events. There is always an abundance of karaoke and Thai dances at every gathering. Winter Festival filled with live performances from all kinds of groups and schools performing different songs and dances. There is free live entertainment every night. They even have two different stages.


Join a Santa Parade
The whole town, especially children, dress up as Santa Claus. The vendors line the streets with their











