Sukhothai celebrates Loy Krathong (Loi Krathong) - a festival of light - every year like most of North Thailand. The difference with Sukhothai's celebrations and the rest of Thailand is that Loy Krathong originated in Sukhothai and the historic park makes a spectacular setting when it is lit up. In Sukhothai the Loy Krathong tradition of placing floating lanterns in water is also carried out.