Four Royal Barges to Lead Bangkok's November 6 Procession for Queen Suthida's Birthday

Key summary

The Royal Barge Procession on November 6, 2026, will feature four principal royal barges carrying King Maha Vajiralongkorn and Queen Suthida Bajrasudhabimalalakshana aboard the Suphannahong. The event honors the Queen's 48th birthday anniversary, which occurred on June 3. This marks the third procession of the current reign, following the coronation ceremonies in 2019 and a previous Kathin procession on October 27, 2024. The fleet consists of 52 vessels arranged in a 'Stars Encircling the Moon' formation introduced in 1982 by Princess Chulabhorn. The central column includes the four principal barges, while inner and outer columns provide protection and ceremonial roles. Preparations included installing regalia on October 20 involving the Bureau of the Royal Household and the Naval Transportation Department.