Ibrahim Jabbari
Also known as the Ghost Festival, this is one of the most interesting Thailand traditional festivals. Phi Ta Khon is a festival that combines religious traditions, a fun-loving party atmosphere, and local handicrafts. It is celebrated for three days with thousands of locals wearing colorful, ghastly masks with stretched faces and phallic noses, painted in bright, and gaudy colors. The Ghost Festival’s origin is a mixture of Buddhist and animist beliefs. Friday is usually when the main parade takes place, Saturday has music shows and pageants while Sunday is reserved for Buddhist ceremonies.
Location: Dan Sai Town
How To Reach: The easiest way to get there is from Chiang Mai (a 5-hour bus journey) or Udon Thani (a 3-hour bus journey)
Held On: The weekend of the lunar calendar’s 6th full moon
Tip: If you are planning to visit the town for the Ghost Festival, make sure that you book your hotel or guesthouse early
