Sakon Nakhon Hosts 'Neramit Sakon Nakhon' With 10 Indigo Light Sites, 6-15 Nov 2026

The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT), in collaboration with Sakon Nakhon Province, held the opening ceremony for "Neramit Sakon Nakhon" under the concept "BEYOND INDIGO: Let Indigo Lead the Heart to New Colours of Sakon Nakhon" at Lan Ruam Jai Thai Sakon, Mueang District, Sakon Nakhon Province, running from 6-15 November 2026 from 18.00-22.00 hrs. The event builds upon indigo fabric, the province's signature identity, through light installations and contemporary art, aiming to stimulate night-time tourism, or the Night Economy, and encourage more visitors to stay overnight in Sakon Nakhon city.

The opening ceremony was co-chaired by Mr Nat Kruthasoot, Deputy Governor for Tourism Products and Business at TAT, and Mrs Ranida Luangthitisakul, Governor of Sakon Nakhon Province, alongside local partner agencies. Mr Nat stated that the event forms part of the Value over Volume and Amazing 5 Economy approaches that TAT uses to drive tourism nationwide, positioning Thailand as a year-round global festival destination. Meanwhile, the Governor of Sakon Nakhon Province said that reinterpreting cultural heritage will add value to local resources and generate income for local operators.

Sakon Nakhon Indigo Fabric Transformed into 10 Light Sculptures in the Old Town

The event features a total of 10 light displays across Sakon Nakhon Old Town under the concept "THREADS", which uses indigo threads as a symbol connecting nature, people, faith and the local way of life. Key locations include Sakon Nakhon City Gate, which portrays the legend of Nong Han and the Naga; Sakon Nakhon Provincial Prison (Old Building), which conveys hope and new beginnings; the Seven-Headed Naga Roundabout; Ban Mo Lam, which blends Mo Lam performance art with light and sound; as well as Klang Thong Chai Community and Wat Phra That Choeng Chum Worawihan, which concludes the trail with indigo and gold lighting on its architecture.

Light and Sound Show Highlights and Performance Schedule

The highlight of the event is the light, sound and multimedia shows at three main locations: Sakon Nakhon City Gate, Sakon Nakhon Provincial Prison (Old Building) and Wat Phra That Choeng Chum Worawihan, with six rounds daily throughout the 10 days of the event. Visitors can plan their visit according to the schedule in the table below.

"Neramit Sakon Nakhon" is of interest to travellers seeking new night-time attractions, local operators and event organisers looking to build on Night Economy activities, as well as hotel professionals in Sakon Nakhon who can use the event period to attract more overnight guests to the province.