Udon Thani International Horticultural Expo 2026
An AIPH-approved international horticultural expo at Nong Dae in Mueang district. Fly into Udon, pick up your car at the airport, drive to the expo and add the Red Lotus Sea on the same trip.
- 134days, Nov 2026 – Mar 2027
- Freecar pick-up & return at Udon airport
- ฿750per day, 2+ days
The expo at a glance
- Opens
- 1 Nov 2026
- Closes
- 14 Mar 2027
- Venue
- Nong Dae, Kut Sa
- District
- Mueang, Udon Thani
- Site area
- 1,000+ rai (~165 ha)
- 1-day pass (adult)
- ฿350
- Hotline (office hours)
- 042 224 524
- Website
- udonthaniexpo2026.com
Theme: Diversity of Life: Connecting People, Water and Plants for Sustainable Living · See all ticket prices · Please check opening hours, parking and shuttles on the expo's official channels.
Driving to the expo in a rental car
Nong Dae is in Mueang Udon Thani district. Pick up at the airport or have the car delivered to your hotel, then drive over whenever suits you.
Flying into Udon Thani
- Free pick-up at lane A3, opposite terminal Door 1, daily 07:00–20:30
- Late or early flight? Pick-up before 07:00 or after 20:30 is +฿500 per handover
- The airport is about 8 km from Udon Thani city, a 10–15 minute drive
Staying at a city hotel
- Delivery to a city hotel ฿350, free from 7 days
- Or collect the car at the O Car Rent office on Ban Chang Road at no charge
- Set “Nong Dae” as your Google Maps destination and drive straight there
Check before you go
- Opening hours, parking and shuttles: see the official website · ticket prices are in the table below
- Expo hotline 042 224 524 (+66 42 224 524), government office hours
- Weekends and long holidays are likely to be busy, so allow extra time
Kut Sa, Mueang district, Udon Thani
O Car Rent is a car rental company, not the expo organiser. Event details on this page come from the official channels; anything that may change, such as opening hours, tickets, parking and shuttles, should be checked with the organiser before you travel.
Expo ticket prices
Prices as announced in the expo's ticket structure (the Department of Agriculture is the lead organising agency). For where to buy, check the expo's official channels.
| Ticket | General | Student | Senior / health condition |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1-Day Pass | ฿350 | ฿180 | ฿120 |
| 3-Day Pass | ฿790 | ฿410 | ฿270 |
| 7-Day Pass | ฿1,840 | ฿950 | ฿630 |
| Early Bird (advance) | ฿120 for everyone, sold 1 May – 30 Sep 2026 only (regular prices apply from 1 Oct) | ||
- Children under 100 cm tall: free every day
- Seniors 60+: free every Monday
- People with disabilities or health conditions: free every Thursday
- Udon Thani residents: 30% off with a Thai ID card
Source: the ticket structure announced by the organisers, as reported by MGR Online (27 Mar 2026) and Siang Phupan · no price table on udonthaniexpo2026.com yet · checked 26 Sep 2026. Prices and conditions may change, so confirm with the organiser before you buy.
Or call +66 84 408 0443 · WhatsApp +66 84 408 0443 · Rental cars in Udon sell out fast over long holidays, so book early.
The expo + the Red Lotus Sea
The Red Lotus Sea blooms roughly from December to February, during the expo, so in those months you can see both on one trip.
- Day 1 · The expo Arrive in the morning before the crowds. The site covers more than 1,000 rai, so allow the whole day.
- Day 2 · 05:30 leave for the Red Lotus Sea About 45 km, roughly an hour's drive. Take a boat out in the morning; the flowers are at their best until about 10:00.
- Late morning · Ban Chiang The World Heritage site is on the same road. The museum is open Wednesday to Sunday, 09:00–16:00.
- Afternoon · Return the car Free at the airport between 07:00 and 20:30; the airport is about 8 km from the city.
Only one day? Do the Red Lotus Sea in the morning and the expo in the afternoon (check closing time first). Visiting in November or March, when the lotus may not be in bloom yet or may be over? Swap in Phu Phra Bat or the Mekong at Nong Khai.
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Leaving before dawn? How to pick up
- Collect the car the evening before by 20:30, at no extra cost
- Or pick up before 07:00 for a ฿500 fee. Those times aren't in the booking form, so message us on WhatsApp or LINE
- Return within opening hours at the airport or our office at no extra cost
Where you can drive
- The expo, the Red Lotus Sea, Ban Chiang, Phu Phra Bat and Nong Khai are within the driving area for every rental length
- Mileage averages 200 km/day · full-to-full fuel
- Rental cars may not be taken into Laos
Pick a car for your expo trip
All automatic, CDW insurance included. Card prices are for 2+ days (1-day rentals cost more per day).
- 1–2 people → Suzuki Celerio
- 3–4 people → Toyota Vios / Honda City
- 5–7 people → Mitsubishi Xpander / Toyota Fortuner
- Lots of luggage → Isuzu D-Max 4-door
What customers say · 4.9/5 on Google
“Easy car rental in Udon. I booked a 4-seater, but as it wasn't ready they upgraded me to a 7-seater. Impressed; I'll be back.”
Panatsaya · Mar 2026 · Google · translated from Thai
“Very good service and nice cars; I've become a regular customer.”
Jubjang · Jul 2026 · Google · translated from Thai
“The car drove really well, and it was a new one. Excellent service, recommended; I'll rent again next time.”
Ornuma · Apr 2026 · Google · translated from Thai
“Great service, the car was in very good condition and easy to drive. I recommend them.”
Nina · May 2026 · Google · translated from Thai
“Very friendly staff. Smooth pick-up and return. Good price and a well-kept car. Highly recommended!”
Patrick · Jan 2026 · Google · translated from German
Visiting the Udon Thani Horticultural Expo
When is the Udon Thani Horticultural Expo 2026?
From 1 November 2026 to 14 March 2027, 134 days in total. Daily opening hours are on the official website, udonthaniexpo2026.com.
How much are expo tickets?
Under the announced ticket structure, a 1-Day Pass is ฿350 for general visitors, ฿180 for students and ฿120 for seniors or people with health conditions. There are also 3-Day (฿790) and 7-Day (฿1,840) passes for general visitors. The ฿120 Early Bird ticket was sold only until 30 Sep 2026. Children under 100 cm tall get in free. Prices may change, so confirm with the organiser before you buy.
Where is the expo held?
At Nong Dae, a public park and wetland in Kut Sa subdistrict, Mueang district, Udon Thani. The site covers more than 1,000 rai (about 165 hectares).
How do I get to the expo from Udon Thani Airport?
The airport is about 8 km from Udon Thani city, a 10–15 minute drive. Pick up your rental car at lane A3, opposite terminal Door 1, free between 07:00 and 20:30, then set Nong Dae as your Google Maps destination. For expo parking and shuttles, check the organiser's official channels.
Should I rent a car for the expo?
If you also want to see the Red Lotus Sea (about 45 km from the city), Ban Chiang or Nong Khai, driving yourself is the most flexible way, on your own schedule. Our cars start at ฿750/day for 2+ days, and no credit card is needed. If you are only going to the expo, compare with the transport options announced by the organiser.
Is it busy at weekends and holidays? When should I go?
Weekends and long holidays are likely to draw big crowds. If you can, go on a weekday and arrive in the morning. Rental cars in Udon sell out fast over long holidays, so book early.
Who do I contact for expo information?
The official website udonthaniexpo2026.com or the hotline 042 224 524 (+66 42 224 524) during government office hours. O Car Rent is a car rental company, not the organiser, but we're happy to help with cars and routes: WhatsApp or call +66 84 408 0443.
Add nearby sights to your trip
Approximate distances and drive times from Udon Thani city
- Red Lotus Sea, KumphawapiAbout 45 km · blooms Dec–Feb
- Ban Chiang World Heritage SiteAbout 50 km · 50 min
- Phu Phra Bat Historical ParkAbout 67 km · 1 h 15 min
- Kham ChanotAbout 80 km · 1 h 30 min
- Nong Khai & the MekongAbout 55 km · 1 h
- Udon Thani airport car rentalFree pick-up, lane A3
Rental cars may not be taken into Laos, including across the Thai–Lao Friendship Bridge.
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Expo facts from the official website udonthaniexpo2026.com · ticket prices as reported by MGR Online and Siang Phupan, checked 26 Sep 2026 · compiled by the O Car Rent team · last updated 26 Sep 2026