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Thailand’s Festival Gives Rice a Ceremonial Role
Uthai Thani’s Tak Bat Devo festival combines a temple setting, traditional food and an alms-giving ceremony over two days.
Tak Bat Devo Festival
Where: Wat Sangkat Rattana Khiri and the Radio Five-Way Intersection, Uthai Thani, Thailand
When: October 26–27
October 26: Traditional Thai set dinner and a light-and-sound performance
October 27: Alms-giving with dried foods and khao tom luk yon, plus ceremonial processions
Dinner reservations: Tables listed at ฿2,000; contact Uthai Thani Municipality at +66 56 512 006
Details: Official festival information
The wrapped rice is part of the offering tradition, giving a familiar ingredient a role beyond the everyday meal.
