In addition to celebrating all of Thailand's national festivals and holidays, like Loy Krathong and Songkran, the Hua Hin/Cha Am region has festivals of its own worth noting.

THAILAND INTERNATIONAL KITE FESTIVAL

During March, April and May, steady southerly breezes blow throughout much of Thailand. The Thai's never miss a chance for a good time and have responded to this natural phenomenon by developing a tradition of flying kites.

When the winds arrive, arrays of beautiful kites appear to strut their stuff and engage opponents in combat. No where is this more apparent than in the open spaces around Hua Hin and Cha-am and at the Thailand International Kite Festival.

Now in its tenth year, the festival, which is scheduled in early March, features kites in all their colourful glory. There are stunt kites, big kites, little kites, high tech kites, traditional Thai kites, and displays of international kites.

There are a variety of contests, games, and activities -all involving kites. But the festival is more than an event surrounding kites. Hua Hin, Cha-am and its neighbours gussy up for the event and welcome visitors with a variety of opportunities for shopping, sightseeing, and simply having a good time.

HUA HIN JAZZ FESTIVAL

June is the time of the year when 'jazz on the beach' occurs at the annual Hua Hin Jazz Festival.

This popular Hua Hin event attracts world class jazz musicians from Thailand and all over the world, including performers like Lazaro Valdes from Cuba and Bill Bruford from the UK. Stages are set up right on the beach and performances take place each evening.

There are a variety of booths set up offering everything from a chance to get your hair braided to an opportunity to buy Thai handicrafts.

Sponsors offer a variety of promotions, including the chance to win valuable gifts. This is an event that encompasses all of Hua Hin and provides and opportunity to have a good time and enjoy jazz on the beach.

HUA HIN GOLF FESTIVAL

Each August, for the whole of the month, Hua Hin and Cha-am play hosts to a golfing extravaganza.

Every day during August, you can play at the following courses for 800 Baht a round (excluding caddie fees and equipment hire). Golfers will appreciate the value this represents.

Springfield Village Golf and Spa
The Imperial Lake View Hotel and Golf Club
Palm Hills Golf Resort and Country club
Kaeng Krachan Golf and Country Club
Sawang Resort and Golf Club
The Majestic Creek Golf and Resort
Royal Hua Hin Golf Golf Course

HUA HIN VINTAGE CAR RALLY

Hoteliers, the Vintage Car Club of Thailand, and the Tourist Authority of Thailand annually sponsor a 'parade' of vintage and classic cars starting at the Sofitel Central in Bangkok and ending at the Sofitel Central Hua Hin Resort.

The cars, with drivers and passengers decked out in 1920's attire, Bangkok and ends at Sofitel in Hua Hin. The festivities culminate with a 1920's party at the Sofitel in Hua Hin, which appropriately is a Victorian-style structure built in the 1920's.