Pattaya Festivals & Events

Plan your trip around Pattaya's vibrant celebrations

February

FEBRUARY

Burapa Bike Week

Southeast Asia's biggest motorcycle extravaganza! Thousands of riders and custom bikes from around the world descend on Pattaya for stunt shows, live rock bands, custom bike exhibitions, and electrifying night rides through the city streets.

International Kite Festival

Kite masters from over 20 countries showcase their craft on Jomtien Beach — from giant sculptural kites to acrobatic sport kites dancing across the blue sky. Enjoy food stalls and craft markets on the sand, perfect for a family day out.

March

MARCH

Pattaya Music Festival

Three consecutive weekends of free live music across multiple stages on Pattaya Beach, Jomtien Beach, and Koh Larn. International and Thai artists perform pop, rock, and EDM — sea breeze meets world-class sound in the year's biggest cultural event.

April

APRIL

Songkran Water Festival

Songkran

4/13 - 4/15

Thailand's most spectacular celebration! The entire city transforms into an epic water battlefield — water guns, buckets, and hoses everywhere, with laughter and splashes on every street. Don't miss the traditional Buddha bathing ceremonies at the temples for a beautiful blend of sacred and celebration.

Wan Lai Festival

Wan Lai

4/19

Think Songkran is over? Pattaya says: "One more day!" Wan Lai is Pattaya's exclusive extended water festival, stretching from North Pattaya along Beach Road all the way to Jomtien — with parade floats, beauty pageants, and beach parties that are even wilder than the official holiday!

June

JUNE

Pattaya Pride

Three days of rainbow celebration! A vibrant parade along Beach Road, beach parties, art exhibitions, and international DJ sets — the entire city draped in pride flags. Pattaya's famously open and welcoming atmosphere makes everyone feel free to be themselves and celebrate with joy.

July

JULY

Pattaya Marathon

An international marathon drawing tens of thousands of runners! The scenic coastal course takes you along Pattaya's most beautiful shoreline, past Beach Road and Jomtien Beach. Full marathon, half marathon, and fun run categories welcome both serious athletes and casual joggers.

November

NOVEMBER

Loy Krathong

Thailand's most romantic tradition. As night falls, thousands of handmade lotus-shaped lanterns are gently set adrift, their candlelight flickering across the shimmering sea — a dreamlike scene of pure magic. Make a wish on Pattaya Beach and watch your krathong carry it across the water. An unforgettable night.

December

DECEMBER

Pattaya Countdown

One of Thailand's grandest New Year's Eve celebrations! A massive beachfront stage hosts international stars and world-class DJs, building to a spectacular midnight fireworks display that lights up the entire coastline. Ring in the new year with someone special as the first sunrise of the year paints the sea in gold.

Naklua Walk & Eat

A month-long local food extravaganza! Naklua's seafood market transforms into a vibrant walking street with over a hundred stalls of authentic Thai street food — grilled seafood, som tam, mango sticky rice, and countless other delights. Live music and cultural performances round out the experience. Eat, explore, repeat!

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