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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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  • FazWaz’s successful Agent Recruitment Event in Phuket paves way for Koh Samui | Thaiger

    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…

  • King Charles III’s coronation to feature historic royal robes | Thaiger

    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…

  • King Rama X’s coronation: a historic event in Thai society | Thaiger

    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…

  • Coronation Day holiday and early voting brings booze ban in Thailand | Thaiger

    Coronation Day holiday and early voting brings booze ban in Thailand

    A four-day weekend is set to begin for much of Thailand due to the Coronation Day holiday and early voting taking place for Thai elections, and with it comes a booze ban. The weekend also brings a 24 hour booze ban, which will be effective from 6pm on Saturday, May 6, to 6pm on Sunday, May 7, as mandated by…

  • Man with knife arrested near Buckingham Palace: Suspected shotgun cartridges thrown into palace grounds | Thaiger

    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…

  • “DRUMCODE X BLUE TREE SONGKRAN”: an electrifying 2-day techno festival in Thailand | Thaiger

    “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…

  • FazWaz, leading real estate company in Thailand, announces Agent Recruitment Event | Thaiger

    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,…

  • Studio Ghibli Films animation exhibition at CentralWorld | Thaiger

    Studio Ghibli Films animation exhibition at CentralWorld

    A stunning Studio Ghibli animation display will be presented at Bangkok CentralWorld from July until the end of September, giving fans the chance to explore the famous Japanese animation studio’s enchanted universe. Studio Ghibli has established a particular place in the hearts of animation fans all across the world because of its captivating narrative, jaw-dropping graphics, and unforgettable characters. Thus,…

  • Ride into the Wild West at Phuket Bike Week 2023 | Thaiger

    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…

  • Governor Chadchart aims for no more than 6 deaths in Bangkok this Songkran | Thaiger

    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…

  • World’s most visited Van Gogh Alive exhibition comes to Bangkok | Thaiger

    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…

  • DNA from hair helps researchers determine Ludwig van Beethoven’s illnesses | Thaiger

    DNA from hair helps researchers determine Ludwig van Beethoven’s illnesses

    The DNA from Ludwig Van Beethoven’s hair is now being used to help researchers determine what made the famous composer ill. Nearly 200 years after his death, researchers say they pulled DNA strands from his hair to search for clues that would provide information about his known hearing loss and other health issues. Although they weren’t able to find out…

  • A gorilla’s plight in Thailand continues after 30 years in a concrete hell | Thaiger

    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…

  • Yachts: Hua Hin Mini Boat Show this weekend | Thaiger

    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…

  • Find the perfect school for your child in Bangkok Education Fair | Thaiger

    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…

  • EEC Colourful festival to hit Pattaya March 30 | Thaiger

    EEC Colourful festival to hit Pattaya March 30

    The Eastern Economic Corridor (EEC) Colourful festival is set to hit Pattaya Beach with an array of diverse activities that highlight the local cultures of three neighbouring provinces. Rayong, Chachoengsao, and Chon Buri provinces will be featured in the festival in a bid to spur tourism. Souvenir shops, plays and live music will be available at the event which runs…

  • Thai man lauded after saving drowning child in Germany | Thaiger

    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…

  • Introducing the first ever Phuket Cannabis Cup | Thaiger

    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,…

  • Loei festival next week features international masks | Thaiger

    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.…

  • Pattaya Music Festival 2023 at Jomtien beach this weekend | Thaiger

    Pattaya Music Festival 2023 at Jomtien beach this weekend

    The Pattaya Music Festival 2023 is being held at Jomtien beach this weekend (March 10-11) with about 20,000 people expected to attend. According to the Pattaya Mail, the main stage will be set up on Jomtien beach between Soi 7-8. The free concerts start at 5pm until midnight. Mayor Poramet says the city added a wider variety of music and…

  • Sydney sees 50,000 march for international LGBTQI+ at WorldPride festival | Thaiger

    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…

  • Family of deceased Thai teen saved in cave rescue receive his ashes from England | Thaiger

    Family of deceased Thai teen saved in cave rescue receive his ashes from England

    The family of the deceased Thai teen, Duangpetch Promthep, or “Dom,” received his ashes from England in Bangkok. Dom was the captain of the Wild Boars football team who was saved in a dramatic cave rescue back in 2018. According to the Straits Times, Dom went on to play in England at Brooke House College Football Academy after receiving a…

  • Pacific Prime sponsors FOBISIA’s 29th annual Leadership Conference in Bangkok, Thailand | Thaiger

    Pacific Prime sponsors FOBISIA’s 29th annual Leadership Conference in Bangkok, Thailand

    Press Release Pacific Prime is delighted to announce our sponsorship and participation at this year’s 29th FOBISIA Leadership Conference. The event brings together hundreds of delegates and offers a wonderful opportunity for HR professionals, Heads, and senior leaders from FOBISIA’s Member Schools to engage with a broad range of education suppliers, partners, and organizations from across the globe. As a…

  • Makha Bucha Day Monday: lots of Buddhism, no booze | Thaiger

    Makha Bucha Day Monday: lots of Buddhism, no booze

    Buddha Days: holidays of religious celebration for Thais and sober frustration for foreign tourists. Next week Thailand will celebrate Makha Bucha Day, an important religious holiday for Thai Buddhists. The holiday falls on Monday, March 6. While the day may not hold the same religious significance for non-Buddhists, it is still recognized as a significant day in Thai culture, and…

  • Thai ambassador to UK attends football captain ‘Dom’s’ funeral | Thaiger

    Thai ambassador to UK attends football captain ‘Dom’s’ funeral

    Thailand’s ambassador to the UK joined the funeral service for Duangphet Phromthep, or “Dom,” who was captain of the Thai football team that was rescued from a cave. The Royal Thai Embassy said Ambassador Thani Thongphakdi attended yesterday’s funeral along with students and teachers from Dom’s school, the CEO of Leicester City Football Club and others. The embassy says Buddhist…

  • Thailand’s Cobra Gold war games sees largest US attendance in decade | Thaiger

    Thailand’s Cobra Gold war games sees largest US attendance in decade

    Thailand’s annual Cobra Gold war games have seen the largest attendance by the US in a decade. The international military exercise started yesterday and runs to March 10. The unprecedented attendance by the US military is thought to be part of Washington’s efforts to build ties with a key security partner as geopolitical competition with China is on the rise.…

  • Chiang Mai school director shocked by former student and Wild Boar football captain’s sudden death | Thaiger

    Chiang Mai school director shocked by former student and Wild Boar football captain’s sudden death

    The director of a school in Chiang Mai says he is shocked by his former student and Wild Boar football team captain’s sudden death. Duangphet “Dom” Phromthep was a Mathayom Suksa 5 (Grade 11) student at Vachiralai School in Chiang Mai’s Saraphi district before he received a scholarship from the Zico Foundation to play football at an academy in England.…

  • Despite population being unknown, India is set to become most populous country in world | Thaiger

    Despite population being unknown, India is set to become most populous country in world

    Despite its population being unknown, India is slated to become the most populous country in the world in two months. According to the United Nations (UN), India may surpass China in population on April 14 when it reaches 1,425,775,850. But, as the latest census data hasn’t been released, it is hard to tell if the UN’s prediction will be correct.…

  • Thailand’s Wild Boar football team pays tribute to captain “Dom” after his sudden death | Thaiger

    Thailand’s Wild Boar football team pays tribute to captain “Dom” after his sudden death

    Thailand’s Wild Boar football team is paying tribute to Duangpetch “Dom” Promthep, 17, who died suddenly in England. As the captain of the 13 Wild Boars football team, “Dom” was rescued from the Tham Luang Cave in Chiang Rai back in 2018 after the cave flash-flooded leaving them trapped inside for 17 days. According to Khaosod English, the Associated Press…

  • Early Valentine’s Day Guinness World Record set for longest underwater smooch | Thaiger

    Early Valentine’s Day Guinness World Record set for longest underwater smooch

    Valentine’s Day did not go down without a record-breaking smooch. A couple sealed the holiday a bit earlier, on February 4, with an underwater kiss that broke the Guinness World Record for the longest underwater snog. The kiss lasted four minutes and six seconds, smashing the previous record by 42 seconds. An Italian couple held the previous record for the…