Thailand Events, Forum, Hotels, Tours & Tickets. Thailand Event Guide

Looking to try out some of the famously fun activities Thailand during your next visit? Then you’ve come to the right place. This section of Event Guide Thailand details all the best things to do in the way of shopping, travel, culture, art exhibitions, shows and more. If you are looking to discover individual sporting or music events, head over to those separate sections using the tabs above. Tours and day trip activities Thailand When it comes to discovering Thailand’s many world-famous attractions and destinations, you really have two main options: Either go it alone, or book a tour. While traveling from place to place on your own steam is certainly rewarding, many visitors love the convenience of booking a package – whether it is a guided tour around a temple for a few hours, or a whole day’s excursion to an island, historical city or floating market. Typically you’ll pay a cheap price which will include return travel, a guide and often food and drinks. For those in Bangkok, some activities we highly recommend would be visiting a temple (such as Wat Pho or the Grand Palace), taking an evening river cruise, learning some new skills in the kitchen […]

You only have to stroll past the Mega Malls of downtown Siam, check out the enormous retail expos at IMPACT Arena, or browse through one of Chiang Mai’s many different night markets to realize that Thailand shopping is incredibly popular. Some might even say it’s a national sport… As a result, tourists, expats and locals can enjoy a calendar full of Bangkok shopping events. The main retail action happens in Bangkok, as well as major cities like Chiang Mai, Phuket, Pattaya and more. Below, find our quick overview of all the shopping, retail, markets and expo events to look forward to over the next 12 months. Bangkok Shopping events and Around Thailand Held over two entire months (from 15 Jun-15 Aug), the Amazing Thailand Grand Sale is the biggest date in the calendar for Thailand’s hundreds of shopping malls. This government organized nationwide sale sees participating malls roll out special promotions and huge savings of up to 80% on clothes and household items. Another useful date to look out for (if you fancy some savings) is Chinese New Year in February. This week-long celebration sees many of Bangkok’s and Phuket’s Chinese shops and restaurants offer special discounts for everybody to enjoy. Chinatown […]

Thailand has a long and fascinating cultural history, with some particularly famous Buddhist festivals held throughout the year such as Songkran (April) and Loy Krathong (November). But this vast country has so much more waiting to be discovered in terms of cultural events, whether in celebration of historical traditions or moving the spotlight to contemporary events such as film festivals, art gallery exhibitions or small-scale museum openings. Here is an overview of Thailand’s best cultural events found throughout the country, from the capital Bangkok to Chiang Mai, Phuket, Pattaya and into the rural provinces of the Northeast. Film Festivals in Thailand These cultural events in Thailand may not create as much noise as the bigger public dates, but look hard enough and you’re sure to find some excellent independent screenings each month. Locations in Bangkok such as the Screening Room and certain screens in CentralWorld often showcase some fine locally-produced and regional films (with subtitles!) The SFX cinema at CentralWorld is actually where Bangkok’s annual Film Festival will be held from 01 February. Animal Events in Thailand Animals are loved and respected by Thais, although there are certain species that get more attention than others. In some cases, the animals […]