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Thai Festival Santiago showcases culture, cuisine and creativity
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SANTIAGO, Chile — 13 September 2026, The Royal Thai Embassy in Santiago held Thai Festival Santiago 2026 at the Plaza Central of the Gabriela Mistral Cultural Center (GAM), drawing more than 9,763 visitors to a day-long showcase of Thai culture, cuisine, tourism, Muaythai, wellness, music and contemporary entertainment.
Key facts
- SANTIAGO, Chile — 13 September 2026, The Royal Thai Embassy in Santiago held Thai Festival Santiago 2026 at the Plaza Central of the Gabriela Mistral Cultural Center (GAM), drawing more than 9,763 visitors to a day-long showcase of Thai
- Held under the theme “Creative Life, Creative Heartbeat,”
- The festival was the first Thai festival featuring commercial and cultural booths to return to Santiago since 2018, providing a large-scale platform for the public and businesses to engage with Thailand.
- Thai Ambassador to Chile Vimolbajra Ruksakiati welcomed visitors and spoke about the concept behind the festival, which brought different aspects of Thailand together in one venue and offered Chilean audiences opportunities to experience
Summary
Held under the theme “Creative Life, Creative Heartbeat,” the festival aimed to promote Thailand through both its rich cultural heritage and contemporary creativity, highlighting how Thai food, fashion, music, performing arts, handicrafts, tourism, wellness and self-care continue to connect with audiences around the world.
Thai Ambassador to Chile Vimolbajra Ruksakiati welcomed visitors and spoke about the concept behind the festival, which brought different aspects of Thailand together in one venue and offered Chilean audiences opportunities to experience Thai culture through a wide range of activities.