Events

Stay up-to-date with the latest events in Thailand at The Thaiger, your destination for all noteworthy happenings in the Land of Smiles. Our coverage features local festivals, cultural celebrations, business conferences, and engaging social events that cater to both travelers and residents alike. Discover the rich tapestry of Thai traditions, modern lifestyles, and world-class attractions through our extensive events coverage that makes Thailand a vibrant and colourful destination.

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  • Phuket to pioneer blockchain mass adoption in Thailand with B2GC: Blockchain to Government Conference

    Phuket is set to host the groundbreaking, invitation-only Blockchain to Government Conference (B2GC) from January 17th to 19th, 2024. This government-led initiative, co-organized by Thailand’s key government agencies in the development of its digital economy and society (DEPA, ETDA and DGA) alongside Finstable Group, a leading blockchain company, will convene at the brand new, iconic Blockchain Technology Center (BTC). The…

  • Siam Paragon unveils spectacular Christmas and countdown celebration featuring K-Pop artist Youngjae GOT7

    Siam Paragon, a ‘World-Class Shopping Destination’ and the top-of-mind destination for Thai and international visitors, has joined hands with the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) and Kasikorn Bank to offer a delightful festive experience with “Siam Paragon The Glorious Countdown Celebration 2024” event. Kicking off the countdown will be the renowned K-pop artist Choi Young-jae, also known as Youngjae GOT7,…

  • Ring in the New Year with a bang at centralwOrld Bangkok Countdown 2024

    Brace yourselves for the grandest New Year’s bash as ‘centralwOrld Bangkok Countdown 2024’ gears up to create a world-class entertainment phenomenon. With over 500 million baht invested, this free concert at the ‘Times Square of Asia’ is bringing together more than 200 Thai and international artists for a night of non-stop entertainment. The event is brought to you by the…

  • From winter solstice festivals to Thai celebrations: Unveiling the history of Christmas

    Folks all around the globe immerse themselves in Christmas and New Year’s Eve celebrations and festivities during the winter month of December each year with no exception. The atmosphere filled with lively celebrations, joyful reunions, and new beginnings serves as a remedy for the exhaustion accumulated throughout the year. Get ready for the festive season by going back in time to…

  • Thailand tourism forum 2024: AI and lifestyle hotels spotlight

    Bangkok will once again play host to the upcoming Thailand Tourism Forum 2024. Topping the event whose theme is ‘Time for Growth’ will be Aditip Panupong from Google giving insight into how AI is changing the country’s tourism sector. Featuring the leading stakeholders and speakers from across the industry, including Patrick Both, Area General Manager, Luxury & Lifestyle Thailand, IHG…

  • Koh Phangan’s secrets: inside ‘The Notorious KPG’ documentary

    The Notorious KPG: discover how Koh Phangan has become Thailand’s fastest growing tourist destination. This island is filled with more seductive spirituality, scandals, underground house parties and hedonism than any other island known to man. Apart from hosting one of the largest monthly dance festivals on the planet (The infamous Full Moon Party), this diabolically driven debauchery is also a…

  • 25 years of gratitude: celebrating a quarter-century with The Peninsula Bangkok

    The Peninsula Bangkok, nestled on the banks of the Chao Phraya River, proudly marks its 25th anniversary with a series of exclusive “25 Years of Gratitude” celebrations. This milestone is not just about the hotel but also a tribute to the vibrant community that has enriched its legacy over the years. Thonburi Experiences: 25 Hidden Gems Tour (Available every Wednesday and…

  • Christmas time in the city: InterContinental Bangkok Sukhumvit unveils inaugural festive lineup

    InterContinental Bangkok Sukhumvit, Thonglor’s newest luxury hotel, will celebrate its inaugural Christmas season in style. As the most wonderful time of the year approaches, the team has unveiled a series of seasonal gastronomical experiences set to make the season bright. “We’re really excited to mark our first festive season at InterContinental Bangkok Sukhumvit,” said Prin Prathanatham, General Manager. “Our extravagant…

  • Festive celebrations at Four Points by Sheraton Patong Beach Resort

    Discover a choice of dazzling dining experiences on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day, followed by a glamorous New Year’s Eve dinner and after-party at Chao Leh Kitchen and The Deck Beach Club Patong or take part in the indoor celebrations at Akara Grand Ballroom Four Points by Sheraton Phuket Patong Beach Resort, which is nestled just steps from the sea…

  • Join in the month-long New Year celebration at Topgolf Megacity with the Golden Ball Extravaganza

    Topgolf Megacity is gearing up to kick off the New Year with a month-long celebration like no other! From December 1st to December 31st, Topgolf is excited to announce the return of the Golden Ball Campaign, which is here to spread holiday cheer. More than 50 golden golf balls per day will appear at any of the 102 bays, waiting…

  • Peninsula Bangkok: festive feasts and holiday stay offers

    For decades, The Peninsula Bangkok has served as a cherished “holiday home” to guests during the Christmas and New Year’s seasons. At this special time of year, travellers from around the world – as well as local Bangkok residents – converge at the resort along the Chao Phraya River to take part in an array of festive meals, performances, activities,…

  • Siam Paragon’s 18th anniversary: December’s world-class events unveiled

    Siam Paragon, a ‘World-class Destination’ and the top-of-mind destination for local and international shoppers, is collaborating with The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) and Kasikorn Bank to deliver a unique and unparalleled experience during this festive season with line-up of ‘World Iconic Events’ all through December 2023. “SIAM PARAGON THE GLORIOUS STAGE OF THE WORLD FESTIVAL” is staged as part…

  • Comedy night Euphoria: global laughs and lively beats

    Euphoria, a welcoming green oasis of cocktails nestled in Bangkok’s bustling urban landscape, is excited to announce a special ‘Leaf, Laugh, Love’ comedy event, showcasing an international array of six comedians. The event is scheduled for 8pm on Friday, December 8th, at Euphoria, situated above the Royal Queen Seeds shop in Asoke, offering an evening filled with humour and high…

  • Gourmet Market EMSPHERE: a new culinary destination opens in Thailand

    Gourmet Market, the premium supermarket and WORLD CLASS GOURMET DESTINATION invites all to experience the largest and ultimate dining kingdom at the new hot hit branch, EMSPHERE. This grand launch sets its mood and tone under the concept “HANG NEVER OVER: Shop, Taste, Chill, and Repeat”, which offers a unique shopping phenomenon with an assembly of ingredients and fabulous delectable…

  • Celebrate festive season with Marriott Bonvoy’s dining in Thailand

    Marriott Bonvoy is ringing in the holiday season in Thailand with an amazing array of festive dining experiences for hotel guests and residents who want to come together and celebrate Christmas and New Year in style. With more than 50 hotels and resorts all across the kingdom, including popular destinations such as Bangkok, Phuket, Koh Samui, Hua Hin, Krabi and…

  • Phuket Cannabis Cup After-Party: Keeping the excitement alive with Four Twenty

    Four Twenty is throwing the official after-party of the Phuket Cannabis Cup on December 3, 2023, from 5:00 to 11:00 p.m.! This year, the 2nd Phuket Cannabis Cup will take place in Blue Tree Phuket, from December 1 to 2. It’s one of the biggest and most exciting events in Thailand’s cannabis industry – with a wide range of vendors,…

  • Phuket’s Jungceylon unveils ‘PINK A WISH’ festivities

    Jungceylon Shopping Center in Patong, Phuket, dazzles with its ‘PINK A WISH’ celebration, featuring a transformed look, new stores, and exciting year-end promotions. Phuket Square Company Limited, the manager of Jungceylon Shopping Center in Patong, Phuket, has allocated a budget of more than 10 million baht to transform the shopping centre and offer an array of promotions and entertainment activities.…

  • Bangkok offers digital Krathong floating near Chinatown to reduce waste (video)

    The Bangkok Metropolitan Administration (BMA) is inviting locals and foreigners to celebrate the Loy Krathong Festival with an eco-friendly concept that allows visitors to float their digital Krathong into the Ong Ang Canal near Bangkok’s Chinatown. Bangkok Governor Chadchart Sittipunt and the BMA team announced on Twitter (X) today, November 27, that this is the first year that Bangkok will…

  • Yayaz Chocolat’s Vegan Advent Calendar offers a sweet Christmas 2023

    Chocolate is always a treat any time of year. But counting down the days to Christmas with a chocolate advent calendar? Now that’s the real treat! And if you’re looking for an advent calendar that’s a sure bet for the most discerning cocoa lovers in your life, then Yayaz Chocolat’s Christmas Advent Calendar is the answer. It’s available from November…

  • Miskawaan Health Group reveals new healthcare visions for American Express Thailand clients

    On November 13, in Bangkok, Miskawaan Health Group, led by Chairman David Boehm, hosted an exclusive private dinner for American Express Thailand clients at the esteemed 1 Michelin-starred restaurant, Savelberg Thailand. The event brought together key figures from the healthcare, sports, and financial sectors, including Prom Sirisant, Country Manager of American Express Thailand, Kae-Chollada Sirisant, and Dr. Andy Schillinger, among…

  • ICONSIAM’s 5th anniversary: solar-powered Christmas illumination

    ICONSIAM, a global landmark on the banks of the Chao Phraya River, is internationally recognized as a significant global attraction and a must-visit destination for travellers from all over the world. ICONSIAM celebrates its 5th anniversary and highlights its success as a Global Destination with the event “ICONSIAM UNRIVALED WORLD OF BANGKOK ILLUMINATION 2023,” from November 1 until January 5,…

  • Survey shows 40.91% of Thais plan to have sex on Loy Krathong Day

    Siam Techno Poll of Siam Technology College reported that 40.31% of Thai people plan to celebrate Loy Krathong by getting naked and having sex. Siam Techno Poll of Siam Technology College conducted a survey called People You Look Forward to Seeing on Loy Krathong Day. The participants were 1,100 Thais aged 18 and above from all occupations, and the survey…

  • DeeMoney partners with SCB to facilitate secure cross-border money transfers, expanding access to the Myanmar market

    Sawasdee Shop Co., Ltd., operating as a fintech company, introduced the DeeMoney platform, a robust Thai cross-border transaction system supporting over 26 currencies across 50 countries globally. This company has solidified a business partnership with Siam Commercial Bank, announcing their collaboration to enhance the money transfer service from Thailand to Myanmar. The focus lies in developing cross-border money transfer services…

  • Siam Paragon: a must-visit global destination

    The vision behind the creation of Siam Paragon was to showcase the esteemed essence of ‘Siam’ to the world. Siam Paragon is a strategic establishment with a grand ambition to become a renowned ‘Global Destination’ and the landmark of Bangkok. Siam Paragon has successfully played a pivotal role in driving the country’s tourism and has been recognized as a top-of-mind…

  • EU-ASEAN Green Diplomacy Week: Bangkok students address plastic waste challenge

    Plastic waste is one of the shared major problems in Southeast Asia, including Thailand. In 2020, the Roadmap Plastic Waste Management 2020-2030 was introduced as the policy framework for related agencies to achieve Thailand’s plastic waste reduction target. As part of the EU-ASEAN Green Diplomacy Weeks 2023, a local organization in Bangkok, Precious Plastic Bangkok, organised a Plastic Waste Recycling…

  • Four Twenty is set to showcase their best offerings at the Asia Hemp Expo

    Four Twenty, Thailand’s first cannabis bar and cafe, is gearing up for an exciting debut at Asia’s International Hemp Expo. Scheduled to take place from 22 – 25 November 2023 between 10:00 – 19:00 at the Queen Sirikit National Convention Center, this four-day event promises to be a delight for all cannabis enthusiasts. And Four Twenty is bringing all they…

  • Fun Phuket facts: history, culture, and natural beauty

    With its immaculate beaches, abundant palm trees, and warm blue waters, Phuket, the biggest island in Thailand, entices tourists with the beauty of a tropical paradise. There is more to this picture-perfect getaway than first meets the eye, though. Phuket boasts an extensive and varied past that captivates both residents and visitors, from its mountainous terrain to its cultural events and historical…

  • The American Boarding School Fair 2023: Explore world-class education opportunities for your child

    The American Boarding School Fair is coming to Bangkok for the very first time on November 12, 2023! Brought to you by Sesameed Education, Asia’s one-stop portal for boarding schools, the fair offers exquisite opportunities for parents seeking the very best for their children’s education. Meet the best American Boarding Schools As a parent, you probably know how challenging it…

  • Four Points by Sheraton Phuket hosts “Junior Chef Competition” to unearth future culinary talents

    Four Points by Sheraton Phuket Patong Beach Resort has discovered the culinary stars of the future in its inaugural “Junior Chef Competition”! Staged at the hotel’s glamorous Akara Grand Ballroom on September 29, 2023, this contest saw 22 up-and-coming commis chefs and internship students showcase their culinary skills. The contestants were challenged to craft one delectable dish that showcases one…

  • 17th ASEAN Café Show ready to welcome 25,000 visitors

    The countdown begins for the 17th ASEAN Café Show 2023, aimed at boosting the coffee, tea, beverage, bakery, ice cream, and chocolate industries while stimulating the country’s economy, with anticipated revenue exceeding 500 million baht. Mr. Kavin Kittiboonya, the president of Kavin Intertrade, and the show organizer stated that the show is scheduled for October 26–29 at BITEC, Bangkok, under…