Pattaya’s pageant blast: Where beauty meets the bang

The glitzy world of beauty pageants is about to hit Pattaya with a bang as the city prepares to host the Miss Grand Contest for Thailand’s southern border provinces from December 11-15. The excitement is palpable as anticipation builds for this lavish affair, set against the stunning backdrop of the Centara Grand Mirage Beach Resort Pattaya.

In an exciting press conference, Thakorn Chiaphermpoon, the brains behind the Miss Grand Southern Border Provinces Contest, dished out the preparations for this prestigious event. Contestants hailing from the provinces of Yala, Pattani, and Narathiwat are polishing their skills to clinch the crown and represent their regions at the national Miss Grand pageant in March 2025.

Pattaya was the lucky locale chosen to host this glamorous showdown, with all eyes set on the grand finale on 15th December at the opulent Centara Grand Mirage. This pageant is a tribute to the unique cultures and talents flourishing in Thailand’s southernmost regions, and it’s gearing up to be a cultural extravaganza.

But the press conference wasn’t just a snooze-fest of speeches—it delivered a visual feast with a hijab fashion show featuring nine stunning contestants. This runway spectacle added a dash of Islamic flair to the proceedings. The audience was treated to a sneak peek of the four magnificent crowns crafted for the competition, including the coveted Langkasuka Thap Phraya crown, a masterpiece made for the Pattaya event.

Adding to the glitz, Banlue Kullavanijaya, Chairman of Pattaya City Council, stepped in with a gesture of goodwill, bestowing sashes upon the final nine chosen beauties. These lucky contestants winnowed down from 24 hopefuls, are set to dive into a whirlwind of activities in Pattaya as the pageant countdown begins, said Thakorn.

“We’re thrilled to bring the Miss Grand Contest to Pattaya and can’t wait to celebrate the stunning beauty and rich culture of the southern provinces.”