Events Calendar 2026
Discover Pattaya's best festivals, sporting events, concerts, and cultural celebrations throughout the year.
Next Upcoming Event
Pattaya Triathlon
June 14, 2026
New Year's Day Celebrations
Recovery parties and beach activities to start the new year. Many venues offer special brunch deals.
Children's Day
Free activities and entertainment for children at malls, parks, and attractions across Pattaya.
Chinese New Year
Celebrate the Year of the Horse with dragon dances, fireworks, and traditional performances throughout Pattaya's Chinese community areas.
Valentine's Beach Festival
Romantic dinners, beach events, and couples activities along the coastline.
Pattaya Music Festival
One of Thailand's largest free music festivals featuring international and Thai artists across multiple stages along Beach Road.
Pattaya International Food Festival
Culinary showcase featuring international cuisines, cooking demonstrations, and food competitions.
Songkran Festival
Thailand's famous water festival and traditional New Year celebration. Pattaya hosts one of the country's biggest and longest Songkran celebrations.
Top of the Gulf Regatta
Asia's premier sailing regatta attracting international competitors. Features multiple racing classes and spectacular waterfront festivities.
Visakha Bucha Day
Buddhist holiday commemorating Buddha's birth, enlightenment, and death. Candlelit processions at temples.
Pattaya Triathlon
Annual triathlon with swim, bike, and run segments along Pattaya's scenic coastline.
Pattaya Marathon
Annual marathon event with full, half, and mini marathon options. Scenic coastal route attracts runners from across Asia.
Asanha Bucha & Khao Phansa
Buddhist Lent begins. Temple ceremonies and candle processions mark the start of the 3-month retreat period.
Mother's Day (Queen's Birthday)
National holiday honoring HM Queen Sirikit. Buildings decorated in blue, special ceremonies citywide.
Pattaya Art Festival
Celebration of local and international art with exhibitions, live painting, and workshops.
Vegetarian Festival
Nine-day Taoist festival with vegetarian food stalls, temple ceremonies, and traditional performances.
Ok Phansa (End of Buddhist Lent)
End of Buddhist Lent with temple ceremonies and traditional boat races.
Loy Krathong Festival
Beautiful lantern and krathong floating festival. Release decorated floats into the sea and watch thousands of lanterns light up the night sky.
Pattaya International Fireworks Festival
Spectacular fireworks competition featuring teams from around the world.
Father's Day (King's Birthday)
National holiday honoring the late King Bhumibol. Yellow decorations and ceremonies throughout the city.
Christmas Celebrations
International hotels and venues host Christmas parties, dinners, and celebrations for the expat community.
Pattaya Countdown
Ring in 2027 with one of Thailand's most spectacular New Year celebrations featuring concerts, fireworks, and beachfront festivities.
Event Attendance Tips
- Book accommodation 2-3 months ahead for major events like Songkran
- Traffic is heavy during festivals - use songthaews or motorbikes
- Arrive early to event venues for the best viewing spots
- Religious holidays have alcohol sales restrictions