The event, filled with joy and romance, saw couples of all backgrounds ‒ including LGBTQIA+ partners ‒ taking their vows in a special ceremony.
Phuket District Chief Pairoj Srilamul led the festivities, organising a traditional ‘long drum’ procession to welcome the couples.
At the auspicious hour, the newlyweds walked through a flower arch before officially registering their marriages. The district chief and officials witnessed the unions, offering blessings for lasting love and happiness.
“This is a meaningful step in creating stability in married life,” said Mr Pairoj. “Regardless of gender, every couple has the right to express their love and commitment equally.”
Among the newlyweds were Duangkamol and Pornchai, the first couple to register their marriage. After eight years together, they chose to mark the occasion as a symbolic gift to each other.
LGBTQIA+ couples also embraced the opportunity, with one pair expressing that after a year of living together, they wanted to formalise their love in a way that reflected their commitment and the growing acceptance of diverse relationships.
To commemorate the day, newlyweds received special amulets for good fortune and were entered into a lucky draw for a luxury honeymoon stay. The atmosphere remained festive, with family, friends and other visitors joining in the celebrations.