Discover Kin Hor on Koh Samui, a beautiful tradition of sharing delicious local dishes from banana leaf parcels, bringing families and communities together. Efforts are underway to revive this heartwarming practice, preserving the island’s rich culinary heritage and communal spirit for new generations.
Koh Samui’s annual traditional sports event at Nathon Beach was a huge success, featuring coconutthemed competitions and delicious pack meals shared by locals and tourists. This vibrant festival, part of the Samui Boat Pulling tradition, showcased the island’s rich heritage and strong community spirit.
Experience the vibrant Chak Phra and Thod Pha Pa Festival in Koh Samui 2025, celebrating Buddhist traditions with stunning parades and meritmaking. Enjoy exhilarating traditional sports like the “Siege of Iron Scraper” and “Blindfold Makeup Challenge,” alongside cultural performances and delicious local food.
Experience the vibrant Koh Samui Chak Phra and Thod Pha Pa Festival from October 1524, 2025, where 21 elaborately decorated Buddha boats parade along Nathon Beach Road. Immerse yourself in spiritual ceremonies, cultural performances, live music, and a lively night market, celebrating local pride and Buddhist heritage.
Get ready for an actionpacked day at the Local Sports Competition and Samui Wrapped Rice Celebration 2025 on Nathon Beachfront, Koh Samui, on October 17th! Enjoy thrilling sports, cultural ceremonies, the ‘Iron Digging Champion Battle’, and delicious Samui wrapped rice – don’t forget your tiffin for a sustainable feast!
Koh Samui’s Disaster Prevention and Mitigation Division conducted a major cleanup on October 5, 2025, tidying the ring road near the Surat Thani Land Office entrance. This effort aims to enhance safety and preserve the island’s natural beauty.
Na Thon Beach Road in Koh Samui just received a fantastic makeover, with special cleaning teams ensuring a dust, dirt, and oilfree environment for everyone’s safety and wellbeing. Let’s all help maintain our beautiful island’s pristine condition!
Koh Samui celebrated a landmark day as 14 communities received the Royal Mother of the Land Fund Gift Money for 2025, the highest allocation in Surat Thani Province! This vital fund, established by Her Majesty Queen Sirikit The Queen Mother, empowers local communities in their fight against drugrelated issues and promotes selfsufficiency for a brighter, drugfree future.
Koh Samui seniors, it’s time to confirm your eligibility for the Elderly Allowance for 20262027! Visit the Social Welfare Division at Koh Samui Municipality Office from Oct 2025 Sep 2026 with your ID, house registration, and Krung Thai bank book to secure this vital support.
Stay safe with the new Mobile Phone Warning System from DDPM, delivering urgent alerts for floods, earthquakes, and other emergencies directly to your phone via Cell Broadcast Service (CBS). No signup needed, just crucial info to keep you and your loved ones secure. Keep your phone on and be ready to act!