Royal Funeral Procession Rehearsal Held in Bangkok

On October 31, 2026, the First Army Area Commander, Lieutenant General Worayot Lueangsuwan, oversaw the first full-scale rehearsal of the royal funeral procession for Her Majesty Queen Sirikit The Queen Mother. The exercise, conducted between 07:00 and 14:00, involved the first three segments of the ceremonial procession in the vicinity of the Grand Palace and Sanam Luang.

The rehearsal covered the movement of the royal urn from the Dusit Maha Prasat Throne Hall to the Great Victory Chariot in front of Wat Phra Chetuphon (Wat Pho), followed by the transfer to the royal crematorium at Sanam Luang, and the final circumambulation of the crematorium. These movements are critical components of the upcoming royal funeral rites.

For residents and travelers in Bangkok, this event signifies that major ceremonial preparations are underway. While the rehearsal took place in the actual area, it is important to note that this was a preliminary exercise. Travelers should anticipate potential traffic adjustments or restricted access in the vicinity of the Grand Palace and Sanam Luang during future rehearsals or the final ceremony. Further details regarding public access and specific dates for subsequent rehearsals or the final funeral rites remain to be officially confirmed by the relevant authorities. Visitors are advised to monitor local news for updates on road closures and ceremonial schedules.