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August 16, 2025Get ready, Phuket! Late August will bring the Parkland & Music Fest 2025, a colourful mix of music, art, and live shows straight to the island. The stunning Phuket Gateway in Mai Khao—often seen as the grand entrance to Phuket’s north—will be the stage for this exciting festival. The idea behind the event is to attract more travellers even when the season is quiet and show everyone that Phuket is much more than just beautiful beaches; it’s a growing cultural heartbeat too. Local councils, including the Phuket Provincial Administrative Organisation and Mai Khao’s Tambon Administrative Organisation, are backing the festival to help the island build a strong and creative tourism identity.Dates and ScheduleThe festival is being held from August 29 to August 31, 2025. Each day, activities and performances are being arranged from the afternoon until late at night. The daily schedule is being designed so that visitors can enjoy live music, food, markets, and fireworks from 3 PM until midnight. The choice of late August is being seen as a practical move since this period usually brings a quieter tourist flow, and local authorities are working to balance the seasonal dips with cultural attractions.Advertisement Line-up of Thai PerformersWell-known Thai artists are being invited to perform across the three days. Acts such as Singto Numchok, Maiyarap Wasan, 17 MEAN, Candles and Varnish, and Tienkhai are being highlighted in promotional material. Each performance is being planned to appeal to a range of audiences, from fans of acoustic melodies to followers of contemporary Thai hip-hop and indie rock. By featuring this mix of talent, the event is being tailored to draw younger audiences, local families, and international tourists who are seeking authentic Thai music experiences.Cultural Markets and Food ExperiencesA large section of the venue is being turned into a creative marketplace. Visitors are being invited to explore stalls offering handmade crafts, locally produced goods, art, and lifestyle products. Vendors from Phuket and surrounding provinces are being encouraged to showcase their work, so a diverse mix of souvenirs and ar …
