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1.47 million attend ICONSIAM’s THAICONIC SONGKRAN 2026 as event also tops 100m digital views
ICONSIAM said its Songkran celebrations exceeded expectations this year, drawing more than 1.47 million visitors over the six-day festival and increasing in-mall sales by more than 15% compared with the same period last year. The company said attendance growth came from both Thai visitors and international tourists, while the campaign generated more than 100 million views across digital platforms. Supoj…
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Songkran finished but Pattaya is still going — Here is the full Wan Lai 2026 schedule
Songkran in Pattaya runs longer than anywhere else in Thailand, and that is not an accident. The local tradition known as Wan Lai extends the water festival well beyond the national three-day holiday, with different districts rotating their celebrations across the entire month of April. If you missed the main Songkran dates or simply want more, Pattaya is where you…
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5 things to do in Bangkok this weekend (April 17 to 19)
After the water fights, traffic, and noise of Songkran, Bangkok settles into a different rhythm this weekend. The holiday energy is not completely gone, but it is shifting into something easier, with free concerts, riverside live music, thoughtful exhibitions, and smaller creative events replacing the biggest splash zones. If you are ready to head out again after an electric week,…
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LEO Music Battle launches at Rajadamnern Stadium with a star presenter
Thai beer brand LEO has launched a new music marketing campaign called “LEO Music Battle” and named Oat Pramote as its latest music presenter, joining an existing lineup that includes TaitosmitH, Three Man Down, and Ink Waruntorn. The campaign’s inaugural event was held at Rajadamnern Stadium in Bangkok, which was recast as a music venue for the occasion. LEO, produced…
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Chiang Mai and Lamphun are doing something special for Songkran 2026
If you are spending Songkran in the north this year, two cities are worth your attention if you are up north or going there. The Water Festival 2026, the 11th edition of the Thai Waterways Festival, brings Chiang Mai and Lamphun together under the theme “Have fun at Songkran in my hometown”, and both cities are running their own distinct…
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The Pimp Bangkok marks 15 years as nightlife leader at Dynasty XV
The Pimp Bangkok marked its 15th anniversary on March 20 with an invitation-only event at its Sukhumvit venue. The celebration, branded Dynasty XV, drew hundreds of guests, including international entrepreneurs, diplomats, celebrities, along with long-time patrons. Guests walked a red carpet before entering a space decorated in gold and black, inspired by a 1920s supper club. The event highlighted the…
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Post Malone announces a special limited run in Asia following the record-breaking India show
Today, 9x diamond-certified global superstar Post Malone will return to Asia this September and October with Post Malone’s BIG ASS World Tour, a run of headline shows across the region with special guest Don Toliver. Promoted by Live Nation, the Asia leg kicks off on September 16 at Kai Tak Stadium in Hong Kong, followed by a run of stadium…
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Kodaline will play in Bangkok one last time on the Farewell Tour this August
One of the biggest Irish bands of the modern era, Kodaline, has announced global dates for their Farewell Tour in 2026. Alongside the tour announcement, the band plans to release a fifth and final studio album later this year. Kodaline will return to Bangkok one final time as part of their highly anticipated Farewell Tour, set to take place on…
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Jungceylon kick offs their summer campaign in Phuket
Phuket Square Co., Ltd., the management of Jungceylon Shopping Center in Patong, Phuket, is preparing to welcome the summer season with a series of activities aimed at attracting food lovers and shopping enthusiasts through its Hot Summer Sale campaign, offering discounts of up to 70%. The campaign aims to promote Phuket to global travellers using the popular provincial mascot Nong…
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Misthos Group Hospitality Classic tees off at Royal Lakeside on June 12 to support Hua Hin Heroes
Fore Management Group has announced the inaugural Misthos Group Hospitality Classic, a one-day charity golf tournament to be held at Royal Lakeside Golf Club on June 12, with proceeds supporting Hua Hin Heroes Foundation. The event will be played in a four-man team Texas Scramble format and is expected to attract more than 120 expat golfers living in Thailand, including…
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Indonesia Tourism Xchange 2026 to unite industry leaders for a forward-looking dialogue on the future of travel
Indonesia’s tourism and hospitality sector will gain a new national industry platform with the launch of Indonesia Tourism Xchange 2026 (ITX 2026), a focused forum bringing together hotel owners, operators, investors, and senior decision-makers from across the archipelago to examine the forces shaping the country’s tourism economy at a time of renewed growth and increasing complexity. Taking place on May…
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Don’t miss out! One Piece’s Grand Line event at Lumpini Park ends March 15
Bangkok’s favourite jogging, monitor lizard, and nature spot has transformed into the Grand Line. Lumpini Park is currently hosting Into the Grand Line from March 8 to 15, celebrating the new One Piece season on Netflix with a week-long free event that brings the anime series into live action. The event recreates iconic One Piece locations and characters around the…
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What to do in Bangkok this weekend (February 27 to March 1)
Bangkok does not slow down just because the calendar is about to flip. The last weekend of February arrives with plenty to step out for, whether you are in the mood to browse, listen, build, or stay out longer than intended. If you are looking for something social, something thoughtful, or something slightly offbeat, this weekend covers it without trying…
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Singha shakes hands with TGR Haas, marking its 17th year in Formula 1
Singha Corporation has announced a three-season partnership with the TGR Haas F1 Team as its Official Beer Partner, extending the Thai brand’s presence in the Formula 1 (F1) into 2026 and marking its 17th year in the premier class of motorsports. The partnership was unveiled at an event at Boon Rawd Brewery in Bangkok, attended by Team Principal of TGR…
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S2O 2026 drops world-ending lineup for Songkran: Zedd, Kygo, and Alan Walker back-to-back with Steve Aoki
Get the fits ready and prepare for a massive sonic reset. Singha presents S2O Songkran Music Festival 2026 is officially back to reclaim the throne as the global GOAT of Thai music festivals. This isn’t just a comeback; it’s an evolution. The vibe is elevating the Songkran experience to unprecedented heights under the concept Bigger, Bolder, Wetter. The festival is set…
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What to do in Bangkok this weekend (February 20 to 22)
There’s no such thing as a quiet weekend in Bangkok. One minute you are planning something small and sensible, the next you are standing in an arena screaming lyrics you somehow still remember from 2013. This stretch of days moves fast but in a good way. You can drift between music, art, food and a little chaos, collecting moments that…
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Valentine’s vows take to the skies for 14 couples at Singha Park’s Balloon Fiesta 2026
Fourteen couples marked Valentine’s Day by registering their marriage during a hot air balloon experience at the Singha Park International Balloon Fiesta 2026 in Chiang Rai province. The activity, titled “Balloon Love: Sky-High Marriage Registration and Love Confession,” is one of the festival’s highlight events and forms part of what organisers describe as the largest international balloon festival in ASEAN.…
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THAIFEX – HOREC ASIA 2026 positions Thailand at the centre of Asia’s HoReCa industry
The Department of International Trade Promotion (DITP), the Thai Chamber of Commerce (TCC), and Koelnmesse (KM) have announced the return of THAIFEX – HOREC ASIA 2026, a leading international trade exhibition for the hotel, restaurant, café, and catering (HoReCa) industry. The event will take place from March 11 to 13, 2026, at Challenger Halls 1 and 2, IMPACT Exhibition and…
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What to do in Bangkok this weekend (February 13 to 15)
February sure is busy. Couples are planning candlelit dinners, lion dances are warming up down the street, and somewhere across the city a guitar amp is already screaming for Valentine’s Day. Here’s our curated list of the best things to do in Bangkok this weekend. 5 Things to do in Bangkok this weekend (February 13 to 15) The city is…
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ICONSIAM marks Chinese New Year 2026 with a spectacle and star-studded performances
ICONSIAM, the landmark destination on the Chao Phraya River, is joining hands with major public and private partners to host a large-scale Chinese New Year 2026 celebration, aimed at boosting Thai–Chinese tourism and positioning Bangkok as a global festive destination. The event, ICONSIAM A Prosperous Chinese New Year 2026, will take place from February 12 to 17, 2026, at River…
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The 9 best destinations to celebrate Chinese New Year in Bangkok
The Year of the Horse is upon us! Which means red lanterns are back, lion dances are stretching their legs, and suddenly everyone is talking about luck like it’s a personality trait. Bangkok never does Chinese New Year quietly, and while 2026 is going to be a bit different, it’s already glowing with markets, mall takeovers and riverside rituals that…
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What to do in Bangkok this weekend (February 6 to 8)
Bangkok weekends have a very specific energy. You start with one plan, accidentally add three more, and somehow end up eating something spicy at a time your body did not agree to. This weekend leans nicely into that chaos, with culture, books, beats and very strong opinions about tea all happening at once. Things to do in Bangkok this weekend…
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ICONSIAM hosts an exclusive evening welcoming LACMA Executives
ICONSIAM, the global landmark on the banks of the Chao Phraya River, steadfast in its mission to become a global hub for artistic collaboration and cultural exchange, recently had the distinct honour of hosting an exclusive dinner reception. The event welcomed Michael Govan, CEO and Director of the Los Angeles County Museum of Art (LACMA), one of the world’s most…
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Bangkok Design Week 2026 opens as Southeast Asia’s largest creative platform
The Creative Economy Agency (CEA) and partners officially opened Bangkok Design Week 2026 (BKKDW2026), Southeast Asia’s largest design festival. Now in its ninth edition, this year’s event is held under the theme “DESIGN S/O/S,” signalling that design serves as a solution to multidimensional challenges amid widespread crises across economic, environmental, social, and quality-of-life issues, while also elevating the city to…
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Montien Hotel Surawong Bangkok hosts Bangkok Design Week 2026
Montien Hotel Surawong Bangkok, in collaboration with the Bang Rak District Office, is honoured to be selected as one of the principal venues for Bangkok Design Week 2026 (BKKDW 2026). Organised by the Creative Economy Agency (Public Organisation) (CEA), the international creative festival will take place from January 29 to February 8 under the theme “Design S/O/S.” Bangkok Design Week…
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24 legendary football icons set to showcase their golf swing at Reignwood Park
The special golf tournament, Reignwood Icons of Football, is ready to take centre stage, running grandly from January 31 to February 1 at Robinswood Golf Club, located within Reignwood Park, a world-class lifestyle community for all generations in Lam Luk Ka, Pathum Thani. This event marks another major milestone for Asian sport, featuring a globally broadcast golf competition where iconic football…
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What to do in Bangkok this weekend (January 30 to February 1)
Ah, the passage of time. We’re finally entering the second month of 2026, which feels so fast but here we are. January barely logged out and February is already asking what the plan is. The good news is Bangkok is not easing us in gently. The city has gone straight into design takeovers, river hangouts, art that spills into public…
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Last chance for tickets! Football’s global giants descend on Bangkok this weekend for Reignwood Icons of Football
The wait is almost over for sports fans in Thailand as the world’s most iconic footballers touch down in Bangkok to trade their boots for golf clubs. The Reignwood Icons of Football takes place this Saturday, January 31 and Sunday, February 1, at the prestigious Robinswood Golf Club, where Team England will face Team World in a high-stakes golf showdown.…
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EDC Thailand announces new December dates following strong early-year momentum
Following the success of EDC 2026, held just last week from January 16 to 18, Future Vibes, the developer and operator of international music festivals in Thailand, together with Insomniac, the global dance music experience curator and creator of Electric Daisy Carnival (EDC), announced the return of EDC Thailand for its third edition. The festival will move from its traditional…
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Singha Park Chiang Rai celebrates 10th anniversary of International Balloon Fiesta with grand showcase of 30+ balloons from 13 nations
Singha Park Chiang Rai celebrates its spot as a “World Class Love Destination,” preparing to host the largest international balloon festival in ASEAN, “Singha Park International Balloon Fiesta 2026,” for the 10th time. The event is set to transform the Chiang Rai sky with the colours of over 30 balloons from 13 countries worldwide to welcome the month of love…
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