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January
 Andaman Sea RallyAn annual boating event, first run in 2003, from Phuket to the Andaman Islands, open to both power and sail. Explore the spectacular sailing grounds of the Andaman Islands and enjoy it in a social atmosphere. A fun event with some serious offshore racing for those inclined. The event lasts for 2-3 weeks. (More info)
February
Phuket Gay FestivalOnce a community project, now an annual event, the Gay Festival is becoming a widely anticipated attraction for Patong's visitors and residents. Beach activities, a colourful parade, street parties, lots of outrageous costumes and stage shows. It runs for 4 days early in the month.(More info)
Chinese New YearCelebrate with Phuket's Chinese community. Dragon parades and other events planned to take place in and around Phuket Town's historical district. Contact the Tourism Authority of Thailand Phuket office (Tel: 076 212 213) for details.
Phang Nga Bay RegattaThis annual sailing tournament, held over the Chinese New Year, emphasises good times over serious competition. Attracts about 30 yachts each year, racing through some of the most magnificent sites of Phang Nga Bay, including Koh Yao Noi, Koh Phi Phi and the bays and islands of Krabi. (More Info on Chinese New Year)
March
Thao Thep Kasattri and Thao Sisunthon Fair is held on 13 March every year to commemorate the two great heroines who rallied the Thalang people to repel Burmese invaders. Many activities and celebrations are organised.
April
Turtle Releasing FestivalPart of the Thai New Year celebrations. Songkran Day has traditionally been a time for Thais to let free birds, fishes, tortoises and turtles, and this tradition has now become an opportunity to raise environmental awareness. Turtle release is centred mainly at Bang Tao, Nai Yang and Mai Khao beaches.
Songkran FestivalThailand's most famous festival celebrates the Thai New Year. Songkran is the traditional Thai New Year, which starts on 13 April every year and lasts for 3 days. 13 April is Maha Songkran Day, or the day to mark the end of the old year; 14 April is Wan Nao, which is the day after; 15 April is Wan Thaloeng Sok, which is the first day of the New Year. At this time, people from the rural areas who are working in the city usually return home to celebrate the festival. Prepare to join in the fun and get very wet or stay indoors; a loud, boisterous festival that features a lot of water being thrown in the streets.
Phuket Bike WeekThis is organised to coincide with Songkran. Get to see an amazing collection of Harleys, Hondas and super-bikes at this annual event that was first put on in 1995. Music, contests, parties and charity rides around the island. Fun for bikers and hangers-on alike. (More info)
May
Phuket Inetnational 10x Rughy TournamentTeams from all over Southeast Asia and from as far abroad as Germany and the UK will vie for the Clive Williamson Memorial Trophy at the Phuket International 10s rugby competition, that was first competed for in 1998. (More info)
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