The popular monkey party takes place every year on the last Sunday in November at Phra Prang Sam Yot in Lopburi. The city is famous for the monkeys that roam the streets and temple ruins. The event was started about twenty years ago as a way for local business people to thank the monkeys for attracting tourists to the city. A big banquet is put on for the monkeys which includes local fruit. This year the monkey party is on Sunday 26th November 2023. The Monkey Party has 5 rounds. The first around at 10:00 am. (opening ceremony), second around at 12.00 pm. third around at 02.00 pm. fourth around at 4.00 pm. and final around (Round Special) Dinner at 06.30 pm.
The popular monkey party takes place every year on the last Sunday in November at Phra Prang Sam Yot in Lopburi. The city is famous for the monkeys that roam the streets and temple ruins. A big banquet is put on for the monkeys which includes local fruit.