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Lighting of Songkhla Lagoon 2026 Festival Returns to Old Town
The third annual 'Lighting of Songkhla Lagoon' festival is set to illuminate the historic Old Town, coinciding with the mobile Cabinet meeting and Malaysia's National Day.
According to Prachachat Business, the 'Lighting of Songkhla Lagoon 2026' festival has returned for its third edition. This event aims to highlight the unique identity and local legends of Songkhla province through elaborate light installations throughout the historic Old Town area.
Organizers have scheduled the festival to coincide with two significant events: the mobile Cabinet meeting (mobile-Cabinet) hosted in Songkhla and Malaysia's National Day. By aligning the festival with these occasions, local officials aim to position the province as a sustainable economic destination, leveraging the influx of visitors and dignitaries during this period.
For residents and travellers, the festival offers a chance to experience the cultural heritage of the Old Town in a new light. The event is designed to promote local identity and stimulate the regional economy. While the festival is intended to serve as a major attraction, specific details regarding the full schedule of light displays, exact dates of operation, and potential traffic or access restrictions in the Old Town area remain to be confirmed by local authorities. Visitors planning to attend are encouraged to monitor official provincial announcements for updates on event logistics and site accessibility.