Chaeeng Sanit Road, Yasothon Thailand

Nai Mueang Phaya Thaen Public Park, Yasothon 35000 Thailand

Bun Bang Fai is a rocket festival that takes place in the northeast of Thailand (known as Isan) and in Laos. Yasothon has the biggest event, with some rockets up to 9 metres in length, weighing over 100 kg. Entrants aim to impress judges by setting off beautiful rockets that go higher and farther than their competitors. It takes place during the May full moon, and is a way of making merit and an offering to bring a successful rainy season. It is a dangerous, exciting and extremely fun Thai version of a rain dance, with lots of music, dancing and a wonderful party atmosphere, set in the sleepy rural town of Yasothon.

Yasothon Thailand

Chaeng Sanit Rd., Nai Mueang, Yasothon 35000 Thailand