LGBTQ+ Couple Celebrates Traditional Engagement in Kamphaeng Phet
A teacher from Bueng Kan and a doctor from Kamphaeng Phet held a traditional engagement ceremony, attributing their union to local spiritual beliefs.
On October 18, 2026, a notable engagement ceremony took place in Koh Lam Yai, Kamphaeng Phet, between Mr. Chaiya Kaewphalai, a 36-year-old teacher from Bueng Kan, and Mr. Pathamawet Sirithanat, a 47-year-old doctor. The couple, who have been together for four months after knowing each other for two years, celebrated their commitment with a traditional ceremony involving a dowry of 320,000 THB and five gold bars.
According to Khaosod Online, the couple credits their relationship's success to the blessings of 'Pu Ue Lue Nakarat,' a local Naga deity revered in the region. The event drew significant local attention, with the couple announcing plans for a future wedding ceremony featuring a dowry of 1.2 million THB and six gold bars.
For residents and travelers, this event highlights the intersection of modern LGBTQ+ relationships and traditional Thai cultural practices in provincial areas. While the engagement has been publicly celebrated, details regarding the date and venue for the upcoming wedding remain to be confirmed by the couple. This ceremony serves as a reflection of how local spiritual traditions continue to play a role in personal milestones within contemporary Thai society.
