Are there vegetarian and Indian options at the buffet?

Yes. The Bird of Paradise buffet runs a mixed spread that includes Indian, vegetarian and Halal dishes alongside oriental and western fare, which covers most vegetarian and Jain-leaning diets as well as anyone who prefers familiar food. Dinner is served from around 5:30 PM to 8:30 PM, ahead of the main show.

Does it work for young children and grandparents together?

Yes, the format suits a mixed-age group. The lights, floats and carnival games keep children occupied, and the parade is watched from a fixed seat inside an air-conditioned theatre, which is undemanding for older travellers. The one thing to plan for is the walking between zones, so we recommend an unhurried start and arriving a little early.

Which days is the park open, and what time does the show start?

Carnival Magic runs only on Mondays, Wednesdays and Saturdays, from 5:30 PM to 11:30 PM. The buffet typically opens around 5:30 PM and the main River Carnival parade usually starts at about 8:30 PM. Timings can change, so we always reconfirm the current schedule with you on WhatsApp before your visit.

What is the location, and how long is the drive from Patong?

It sits in Kamala, within Phuket's Kathu district, alongside Phuket FantaSea. From Patong Beach that is about 7 km, or roughly 10 to 15 minutes by road; Phuket Town is a longer drive. Most visitors come by metered taxi or a Grab booking, and we can set up a paid hotel transfer instead if that suits you better.

Does the ticket include transport from my hotel?

No. The standard ticket covers park entry, the light zones, the parade show and the buffet, but not transfers; hotel pickup and drop-off are a paid add-on. Send us your hotel name on WhatsApp and we will quote and book the transfer for you if you want it included.

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Carnival Magic

Kingdom of Lights — over 40 million LED lights to walk through and photograph
River Carnival parade show — 88 floats and ~300 performers in a 2,200-seat indoor theatre
Bird of Paradise buffet with Indian, vegetarian & Halal dishes
Open Mon, Wed & Sat only · 5:30 PM – 11:30 PM

Phuket

Opening hours · Open Mon · Wed · Sat — 5:30 PM to 11:30 PM

Advance booking · must be booked at least 1 day in advance

Free cancellation & date change up to 72h
Instant WhatsApp confirmation
Mobile voucher accepted
TAT-registered operator
Trusted by 1,800+ travellers

About this tour

Carnival Magic is a large nighttime theme park on Kamala Beach in Phuket, sharing a site with Phuket FantaSea. It opened in 2022 and holds Guinness World Records for its LED light structures. Everything here happens after dark: parades, a themed light garden, carnival games and a buffet dinner. It works well for families with children and for couples who want a photo-heavy evening rather than another temple or beach visit.

The park is built around a few distinct zones, and you'll move through them across the evening:

Carnival fairground — the entrance area, with painted buildings, music, game stalls, snack counters and souvenir shops to walk through before the main show.
Kingdom of Lights — themed gardens lit by more than 40 million LED lights. This is the part most people photograph, so keep a charged camera or phone on you.
Bird of Paradise buffet — a large air-conditioned dining hall with a mixed spread of oriental, western, Indian, vegetarian and Halal dishes. Dinner service runs from roughly 5:30 PM to 8:30 PM, so it is meant to be eaten before the parade.
River Palace — the main indoor, air-conditioned theatre, about 16,000 sq m and seating around 2,200 people. It hosts the River Carnival parade show: close to 50 minutes featuring 88 floats and roughly 300 performers, with some costumes standing several metres tall.

Who it suits

The main draw is that one venue covers a wide age range in a single evening. The lights and floats hold children's attention, the parade is a seated show in air conditioning that older travellers manage comfortably, and the lit gardens give couples plenty to photograph. Because dinner is built in and includes vegetarian and Indian-style food, there is no need to plan a separate meal afterwards.

Good to know: the park opens only on Mondays, Wednesdays and Saturdays, so it has to be slotted into your Phuket itinerary on one of those days. Allow time before the parade; we reconfirm the current show timing and your seating on WhatsApp ahead of your visit.

Please note: Note that the park is only open on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Saturdays. ? The park is open from 5:30 PM to 11:30 PM. ? The main show typically starts at 8:30 PM, and buffet dinner hours are from 5:30 PM to 8:30 PM.

What's included

Park entry to Carnival Magic, Kamala
Access to the Kingdom of Lights illuminated zones
River Carnival parade show (reserved seating as per your ticket tier)
Bird of Paradise buffet dinner (vegetarian & Halal options available)

Hotel pickup & drop-off (optional — on paid request)
Personal expenses, souvenirs & carnival game stalls
Drinks beyond what the buffet provides

Good to know

Plan 3 to 4 hours at the park
Free cancellation or date change up to 72 hours before your activity — full refund or free reschedule.
Booking confirmed instantly on WhatsApp — show your mobile voucher on arrival.
Wear clothes suited to the activity and weather. Bring water, sunscreen and a little cash for extras.

Quick tips for your trip

Recommended Time to Visit: This is an evening-only attraction, open Monday, Wednesday and Saturday. Plan to arrive in the early evening so you can enjoy the buffet (from around 5:30 PM) and reach your seats well before the parade — arriving about 90 minutes ahead is ideal.
Dress Code: No formal dress code. Wear comfortable clothes and walking-friendly footwear, as you'll move between zones. The theatre and dining hall are air-conditioned, so a light layer is handy.
Photography Tip: The Kingdom of Lights is the strongest spot for photos, since the 40-million-light gardens only read well once it is fully dark. Camera rules inside the parade theatre can change, so we confirm the current policy on WhatsApp.
Recommended Visit Duration: Plan for about 3 to 4 hours to comfortably enjoy the fairground, dinner buffet, the light gardens and the main show without rushing.

On the ground

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Park Admission with Buffet Dinner

Adult ฿2500 Child ฿2400 Infant Free

Park Admission Only

Adult ฿2100 Child ฿2100 Infant Free

Combo Package: Park Admission/Show with Buffet Dinner (Carnival Magic & Phuket FantaSea)

Adult ฿3700 Child ฿3600 Infant Free

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Frequently asked questions

Are there vegetarian and Indian options at the buffet?

Yes. The Bird of Paradise buffet runs a mixed spread that includes Indian, vegetarian and Halal dishes alongside oriental and western fare, which covers most vegetarian and Jain-leaning diets as well as anyone who prefers familiar food. Dinner is served from around 5:30 PM to 8:30 PM, ahead of the main show.
Does it work for young children and grandparents together?

Yes, the format suits a mixed-age group. The lights, floats and carnival games keep children occupied, and the parade is watched from a fixed seat inside an air-conditioned theatre, which is undemanding for older travellers. The one thing to plan for is the walking between zones, so we recommend an unhurried start and arriving a little early.
Which days is the park open, and what time does the show start?

Carnival Magic runs only on Mondays, Wednesdays and Saturdays, from 5:30 PM to 11:30 PM. The buffet typically opens around 5:30 PM and the main River Carnival parade usually starts at about 8:30 PM. Timings can change, so we always reconfirm the current schedule with you on WhatsApp before your visit.
What is the location, and how long is the drive from Patong?

It sits in Kamala, within Phuket's Kathu district, alongside Phuket FantaSea. From Patong Beach that is about 7 km, or roughly 10 to 15 minutes by road; Phuket Town is a longer drive. Most visitors come by metered taxi or a Grab booking, and we can set up a paid hotel transfer instead if that suits you better.
Does the ticket include transport from my hotel?

No. The standard ticket covers park entry, the light zones, the parade show and the buffet, but not transfers; hotel pickup and drop-off are a paid add-on. Send us your hotel name on WhatsApp and we will quote and book the transfer for you if you want it included.