Phuket Food Festival Returns May 8-12 at Saphan Hin
Phuket Food Festival Returns May 8-12 at Saphan Hin — confirmed details at this stage for Phuket readers.
The Phuket Food Festival opens May 8 and runs through May 12 at Chalermprakiat R.10 Public Park at Saphan Hin, with Phuket Municipality presenting the annual event as a showcase for local cuisine, culture and community spirit. The festival begins daily from 5pm under the theme “Good Food, Good Health, Good Spirit.”
Food, cooking and cultural shows at seaside venue
Organizers said the festival will feature a wide range of authentic Phuket dishes alongside local products available for visitors to taste and shop.
Live cooking demonstrations by local chefs are also scheduled, focusing on traditional recipes tied to the island’s culinary heritage.
Cultural performances will add artistic shows reflecting Phuket’s identity. The waterfront setting at Saphan Hin is expected to provide a relaxed but busy atmosphere through each evening.
The annual event has become a signature fixture on the provincial calendar, linking gastronomy with cultural promotion.
Officials said the festival also supports local food businesses while reinforcing Phuket’s profile as a destination where culinary traditions meet modern tourism.
Source: https://thephuketexpress.com/2026/05/08/phuket-annual-food-festival-showcases-local-flavors-and-culture/
