The most exciting annual event in Kanchanaburi is River Kwai Bridge Week which takes place at the end of each year. The actual dates vary annually but late November or early December is the time when this festival occurs. The festival is centered around the area’s most famous bridge, one of the most popular attractions in Kanchanburi, and includes various activities from musical performances to historical exhibits. This festival celebrates the history of the area in a fun and lighthearted way despite the seriousness of the past in the area. Travelers can get detailed information about this festival, which is known alternatively as the Thailand Grand Festival, online at http://www.thailandgrandfestival.com/....
This year being held from 27th November until 8th December 2009.
Photos from 2007 Light & Sound Show of the Bridge http://www.pbase.com/win13/ls_kan
In terms of widely celebrated events, the most popular one in the area is Chinese New Year. Dates vary according to the Chinese Calendar, but this late winter / early spring event includes traditional rituals and fun activities for all ages. See http://www.discoverythailand.com/nati... for more information about how this is celebrated in Kanchanaburi. The traditional calendar new year is also widely celebrated in the area. The most well-known event associated with that holiday is the Thailand Countdown ( http://www.discoverythailand.com/nati... ).
Annual events located throughout Thailand can be explored further at http://202.57.163.51/tatfestival/en/w... and http://www.discoverythailand.com/Kanc... .
Information about the annual Light & Sound Show at the River Kwai Bridge can be found at http://www.kanchanaburi-info.com/en/f...