Surin
สุรินทร์
Festival · November
Surin Elephant Round-up
งานช้างสุรินทร์
- When
- Usually the third weekend of November
- Where
- Surin
- Region
- Isan (Northeast)
What happens
Surin's Kuy people have kept elephants for generations, and this festival brings hundreds into town for parades, a banquet of fruit and historical battle re-enactments.
Tip
Opinions on elephant shows vary a lot. The morning buffet and parade are the gentlest part.
Weather in November
Cool season starts. Rice harvest across the region. Thailand in November
While you're in Surin
Also in November: Loy Krathong and Yi Peng, Lopburi Monkey Banquet.
Common questions
When is Surin Elephant Round-up?
Usually the third weekend of November.
Where is Surin Elephant Round-up held?
Surin.
What is the weather like in Surin in November?
Cool season starts. Rice harvest across the region.