The Amazing Muay Thai Festival 2026 will officially open on Friday, 6 February 2026, at 6:00 p.m. at the historic Rajabhakti Park, Hua Hin District, Prachuap Khiri Khan Province .
Set against the iconic backdrop of the Royal Monument of the Seven Great Kings of Siam, the opening ceremony will be a powerful celebration of Thai heritage, culture, and the timeless spirit of Muay Thai.
Distinguished guests and members of the press will begin registration at 5:30 p.m. . The Chairman of the Ceremony will arrive shortly after, proceeding to the ceremonial area to lay garlands and offer floral tributes at the Royal Monument, and to pay homage to the Royal Portraits of King Sua and His Majesty King Maha Vajiralongkorn .
At 6:00 p.m., the ceremony will formally commence with respect paid to the National Flag and the singing of the Thai National Anthem . The Master of Ceremonies will lead a commemorative moment honoring the gracious benevolence of Her Majesty Queen Sirikit, The Queen Mother, followed by 93 seconds of silence .
The evening will unfold with a Brahmin Ritual Ceremony accompanied by a Piphat ensemble, followed by the sacred Muay Thai Krob Kru (Teacher-Honoring) Ceremony .
A spectacular cultural production titled “Resounding Drums Across the Sky — Proclaiming the Prestige and Wisdom of Muay Thai” will then take center stage, featuring four acts :
Act I: Four Regions, Four Traditions, One Nation Act II: The Father of Muay Thai Act III: Devotion and Homage to the Masters — Preserving the Sacred Wai Kru Muay Thai Tradition Act IV: Heroic Deeds of Courageous Warriors, Sacrificing Flesh and Blood for National Sovereignty
The ceremony will conclude with a grand fireworks display .
At 7:30 p.m., the Chairman will present commemorative souvenirs to supporting organizations and join them for a group photograph . The event will officially conclude at 8:00 p.m. .
Dress Code: Traditional Thai attire in black or white, or other appropriate formal attire .
Programme and timings are subject to change.
This opening ceremony sets the tone for the Amazing Muay Thai Festival 2026—honoring Thailand’s kings, culture, and warriors, and celebrating Muay Thai as a living national treasure.