Events
Thailand events, festivals, cultural celebrations, and business conferences—stay updated on the latest happenings for travellers and residents alike. Get the latest from The Thaiger, your trusted source for events in Thailand.
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Sponsored 5 ways retirees in Thailand lose money (and how to stop it)
Retiring in Thailand can be affordable and enjoyable, but many retirees lose money due to common mistakes. High living costs, scams, and unexpected expenses can quickly drain savings. There are five ways that retirees in Thailand can lose money and...
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2nd CISW Thailand Top Wellness World Summit to discuss the future of Thailand’s wellness industry
The 2nd CISW Thailand Top Wellness World Summit, scheduled for 30th June 2023 at the luxurious Grande Centre Point Sukhumvit 55, aims to bolster Thailand’s wellness industry by fostering collaborations and partnerships in art cultural wellness and well-being living standards. The summit aims to provide unparalleled opportunities for Thailand to emerge as a leading destination for wellness services, tourism, and…
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Interesting festivals to experience in Thailand
Thailand’s calendar is full of exhilarating festivals. From floating lanterns and elaborate candle sculptures to massive water fights and monkey banquets, each month offers a fantastic opportunity to celebrate with friends, family, and loved ones. Attending these festivals is always a pleasant and memorable experience. Besides, it’s a great way to gain insights into the country’s rich culture and tradition.…
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The Power of Pride Celebration 2023 in Bangkok at CentralwOrld
As the world celebrates Pride Month, Thailand is also hosting its most spectacular, inclusive, and vibrant events to honour the LGBTQ+ community. CentralwOrld, a renowned global lifestyle destination in the heart of Bangkok, is collaborating with the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) in Thailand, along with partners from both government and private sectors, including the Bangkok Metropolitan Administration, Galderma Thailand,…
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Promoting Thailand as a global wellness destination at the 2nd CISW Thailand Top Wellness World Summit
CISW European Wellness World Co., Ltd. and CISW International Co., Ltd. have joined forces with both the public and private sectors to organise the 2nd CISW Thailand Top Wellness World Summit (TTWW). The event is set to take place on 30th June 2023 at Bangkok’s Grande Centre Point Sukhumvit 55. Its aim is to support the growth of Thailand’s flourishing…
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Sand and screens: Pattaya Film Festival makes waves with free beachfront cinema
The Pattaya Film Festival 2023 is set to captivate cinephiles with its unique offering of free entry to watch movies on Pattaya Beach from June 16 to 19. This groundbreaking event marks the festival’s first venture into transforming the beach into an enchanting outdoor cinema. With a clear vision of becoming a member of the prestigious UNESCO Creative Cities Network…
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Heavyweight Champion Tyson Fury lands in Thailand today
Tyson Fury, one of the greatest heavyweight champions of our time, has arrived in Bangkok today. There will be two exclusive events with Fury in Thailand. Fans and followers of the boxing legend can look forward to an unforgettable experience as they listen to his stories, ask questions, and even get a chance to take photos with the man himself.…
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Taste the sequel: Sea Bear Episode Two Food Festival takes Pattaya by storm
The highly anticipated Sea Bear Episode Two Food Festival yesterday officially kicked off at Central Mall on Pattaya Beach, offering a delicious seven-day culinary experience for food lovers. Running every day until June 7, the event takes place from 4pm to 10pm and boasts over 100 food vendors, celebrity chefs, and social media influencers. Sea Bear, the festival’s namesake, is…
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Pattaya Festival 2023 aims to boost local economy and tourism
Pattaya is gearing up for an exciting event as the city prepares to host the Pattaya Festival 2023. Yesterday, Pattaya Mayor Poramese Ngamphichet led a meeting to discuss the arrangements for the highly anticipated event. The festival is set to take place from June 23 to 24 at Pattaya Beach, The Pattaya News reported. The main goal of the Pattaya Festival is…
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Hyatt presents its first-ever signature restaurant week in Thailand
Hyatt is taking over the local dining scene in Thailand this June as its hotels and resorts join forces for ‘HYATT Thailand Signature Restaurant Week 2023’. The first-ever dining collaboration shines a spotlight on top-rated signature restaurants of 7 Hyatt properties, from Western speciality cuisines of Park Hyatt Bangkok and Grand Hyatt Erawan Bangkok, the authentic Thai representation of Hyatt…
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FazWaz’s successful Agent Recruitment Event in Phuket paves way for Koh Samui
Thailand’s leading real estate company, FazWaz, held a successful Agent Recruitment Event on Friday, May 5, 2023, at Four Points by Sheraton at Patong Beach. The event aimed to give interested agents an in-depth understanding of FazWaz and the advantages of working with the esteemed firm. The recruitment event included informative presentations, speed interviews, and an engaging networking session. Aspiring…
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King Charles III’s coronation to feature historic royal robes
King Charles III is set to adorn heavy, shimmering golden robes worn by his ancestors during his historic coronation ceremony on Saturday, embodying divine elements of kingship. As a nod to the British monarchy’s principle to reuse and recycle, an admirable gesture given widespread poverty throughout the UK, several of these items were previously worn by his grandfather King George…
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King Rama X’s coronation: a historic event in Thai society
The highly anticipated coronation of His Majesty King Maha Vajiralongkorn Phra Vajiraklaochaoyuhua occurred on May 4, 2019, in Bangkok, Thailand. This marked the first coronation in the country in over seven decades, as HM King Rama X ascended to the throne in 2016 after the death of his father, HM King Bhumibol Adulyadej the Great, who had reigned for more…
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Thai King and Queen to attend UK coronation ceremony in May
Their Majesties the King and Queen of Thailand are set to embark on a royal visit to the United Kingdom between May 4 and May 7, following an invitation extended by His Majesty King Charles III. The purpose of this visit is to attend the coronation of Their Majesties King Charles III and Queen Camilla, which will take place at…
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Man with knife arrested near Buckingham Palace: Suspected shotgun cartridges thrown into palace grounds
London police arrested a man brandishing a knife near Buckingham Palace last night after he allegedly threw suspected shotgun cartridges into the palace grounds. The arrest took place at around 7pm, just days before King Charles III‘s coronation. The event is set to attract global royalty and world leaders with a considerable security operation planned. The Metropolitan Police carried out…
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“DRUMCODE X BLUE TREE SONGKRAN”: an electrifying 2-day techno festival in Thailand
Blue Tree Phuket teamed up with “DRUMCODE” to organise the first-ever “DRUMCODE X BLUE TREE SONGKRAN” techno music festival in Thailand, creating an explosion of fun celebrating Thai New Year over two full days. The event featured top artists from DRUMCODE, including Alex Stein, Bart Skils, Joris Voorn, Juliet Fox, KÖLSCH, Nakadia, Teenage Mutants, Tom Pooks and Victor Ruiz, along…
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FazWaz, leading real estate company in Thailand, announces Agent Recruitment Event
FazWaz, one of Thailand’s leading real estate companies, is looking to expand its team of experienced property agents to continue providing exceptional services and meet the growing demand for real estate in the country. The company will be hosting a recruitment event on Friday, May 5, 2023, at the Four Points by Sheraton at Patong Beach, in two separate sessions,…
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Cannex Asia 4/20, the ultimate cannabis community event is happening in Bangkok
“Join the ultimate cannabis celebration of the year – the Cannex Asia 4/20 event this 20th – 22nd of April 2023 at Emquartier, Bangkok” Get ready to attend the Cannex Asia 4/20 festival, an idea proposed by the Cannex Asia team, a group of business professionals and actual experts in the marijuana industry. The event will feature various aspects of…
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Ride into the Wild West at Phuket Bike Week 2023
The Phuket Bike Week Association and Phuket City Municipality announced they are promoting Phuket Bike Week 2023. The event, also known as 27th Phuket Bike Week, will take place from April 28 to 30 at Dolphin Park on Patong Beach, with the theme, “Cowboy on the Beach.” Visitors can look forward to a wide range of activities, including an auto show…
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Governor Chadchart aims for no more than 6 deaths in Bangkok this Songkran
Governor of Bangkok Chadchart Sittipunt said that he hopes no more than six people will die during Songkran festivities in the capital of Thailand from April 13-15. Yesterday, Governor Chadchart chaired a meeting with Bangkok Alcoholic Beverage Control Committee to discuss measures to prevent alcohol-fuelled accidents, injuries, and deaths in Bangkok this Thai New Year. The committee will implement measures…
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World’s most visited Van Gogh Alive exhibition comes to Bangkok
Van Gogh Alive, the most visited exhibition in the world, is now open at the Chao Phraya riverside shopping mall, ICONSIAM, in Bangkok from today until July 31. Yesterday (March 30) marked the birthday of the world-renowned impressionist artist, Vincent Van Gogh, who spent ten years crafting artworks that went on to influence some of the most influential figures in…
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ADB SEADS 2023: Imagining a Net-Zero ASEAN
Key Takeaways ADB’s fourth Southeast Asia Development Symposium (SEADS) will bring together decision-makers, innovators, and climate leaders from government, industry, academia, and the development sector to discuss practical ways to achieve carbon neutrality by 2050. SEADS 2023’s plenary panel discussion, “Financing Net Zero,” will explore measures to bridge the gap in climate financing, and enable countries in ASEAN to attain…
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A gorilla’s plight in Thailand continues after 30 years in a concrete hell
A gorilla’s disturbing plight in Thailand continues after staying alone atop a Bangkok shopping mall in a zoo that resembles a concrete hell. Bua Noi, dubbed the “world’s loneliest gorilla” has spent 30 years alone at the top of the Bangkok shopping mall of Pata. Over the years, protests and pressure from celebrity campaigners, such as Cher, have not seemed…
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Yachts: Hua Hin Mini Boat Show this weekend
Fans of yachting can enjoy the first-ever Hua Hin Mini Boat Show this weekend. Pak Nam Pran, a picturesque coastal town in central Thailand, is all set to host the first show of its kind in the region from March 24 to 26. The event will take place at the Racer Marina and showcase a range of boats, yachts, and…
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Find the perfect school for your child in Bangkok Education Fair
As a parent on the hunt for the perfect school for your child, you probably know how difficult and time-consuming the process can be. With endless web pages of information to trawl through and evaluate, the task can be overwhelming. But we have good news for you: Thailand Education Fairs is coming to Bangkok, making the search for the best…
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Thailand to celebrate 241st anniversary of Bangkok as its capital around Rattanakosin Island
Thailand will celebrate the 241st anniversary of Bangkok serving as its capital around Rattanakosin Island. The Ministry of Culture and more than 30 other agencies are teaming up to hold the event between April 21 and 25, just a week after the Thai New Year of Songkran. Organisers are hoping to promote tourism and create awareness of the history of…
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Thai man lauded after saving drowning child in Germany
A Thai man, who works in Germany, committed an act of bravery after jumping into the water to save a drowning child. According to Thai Residents, the child accidentally fell into the water, with the Thai man jumping in after. A video that was shared on Tik Tok, showed the man and child getting out of the water after they…
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Introducing the first ever Phuket Cannabis Cup
The first ever Phuket Cannabis Cup will take place this month, hosted by Poonwarit Wangpatravanich, the head of the Phuket Cannabis Association, together with members of the Phuket Cannabis Association or PCA, and a network of cannabis businesses in Thailand. The event is scheduled for March 25, 2023, from 10.30am to 6pm at the Pamookkoo Resort in Kata Beach, Phuket,…
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Loei festival next week features international masks
The northeastern province of Loei is set to host an international mask festival from March 17 to 19. The festival will showcase the cultural attractions of the province that borders Laos. Organisers hope to show visitors the charming atmosphere and vibrant colours of Loei at the three-day event. Naga courtyard will host the opening ceremony on March 17 at 6pm.…
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Russia’s national gymnastics team coach banned from next Olympics after criticising judges
Russia’s national gymnastics team coach has been reportedly banned from the next Olympics after she criticised judges at the Tokyo games. Irina Viner, the head coach of the Russian national team and president of the Russian Rhythmic Gymnastics Federation criticised the Tokyo Olympic judges who ended Russia’s winning streak in rhythmic gymnastics. The Gymnastics Ethics Foundation barred Viner from coaching…
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Sydney sees 50,000 march for international LGBTQI+ at WorldPride festival
Sydney saw an impressive 50,000 people march for international LGBTQI+ at the WorldPride festival’s closing. The Sydney Harbour Bridge was chosen for the march, which made headlines worldwide. The bridge was closed for several hours for the Pride March, marking the seventh and final day of the festival, which was held in Sydney for the first time. The event didn’t…
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