Planning a holiday to Pattaya in 2025? You’ve picked an exciting destination! Pattaya is known for its laid-back coastal vibe, lively beaches, and energetic nightlife. It’s also home to some of Thailand’s most exciting festivals and events, like cultural celebrations, music festivals, and sporting events.
Here’s a closer look at some of the most popular festivals and events in Pattaya this 2025 to help you decide the best time to visit. And be sure to check out Holiday Inn Pattaya to make sure you can go back to comfortable and convenient accommodation while you enjoy the festivities!
Pattaya New Year Countdown
The annual New Year countdown is one of the most festive celebrations in Pattaya. The highly anticipated event is usually held at Bali Hai Pier or Pattaya Beach, where merchants and vendors set up their stalls to sell various goods, from food and drinks to souvenirs and crafts. The extravagant three-day, three-night celebration features entertaining performances by Thai and international artists, all free and open to the public. On New Year’s Eve, the countdown will also be televised for viewers who want to witness the excitement, which culminates in an amazing fireworks display to welcome the new year.
Pattaya Marathon
One of the country’s most exciting races, the Pattaya Marathon is an annual international marathon held on the second or third weekend of July. It’s a World Athletics International Standard Road Race that began in 1992 and now draws over ten thousand runners from across Thailand and abroad. This 2025, the Pattaya Marathon is set for July 19-20, and features four main categories: 4.5 km, 10 km, 21 km, and 42 km.
Loy Krathong, Festival of Lights
Celebrated on the night of the full moon in the twelfth month of the Thai Lunar calendar, Loy Krathong is usually held in November. Popularly known as the Festival of Lights, Loy Krathong is an annual celebration where locals traditionally gather at bodies of water like rivers, lakes, or canals to honour the goddess of water, make wishes, and usher in good fortune by releasing krathongs or floating baskets. In Pattaya, the festival usually takes place at Pattaya’s Beach Road, and the floating krathongs, decorated with flowers and candles, are a sight to see.
Rolling Loud Thailand
Don’t miss out on the hottest hip-hop music festival in the country! Last year’s event was held in Legend Siam and featured artists like ASAP Rocky, Lil Wayne, and Playboi Carti, so expect a spectacular lineup of top acts to grace the stages. This 2025, Rolling Loud Thailand will be on November 14-16 and is set to be another epic experience. Get ready to bask in great music, awesome event perks, and the party atmosphere during this three-day music festival
Pattaya Fireworks Festival
The Pattaya Fireworks Festival, usually held in November, is a spectacular event that showcases mesmerizing pyrotechnic displays from various countries and attracts tens and thousands of spectators. For the Pattaya Fireworks Festival 2025, the sky above Pattaya Beach will light up with dazzling colours, and what better way to enjoy this amazing show than from a high vantage point of a nearby hotel like Holiday Inn Pattaya? Enjoy the fireworks show from a private hotel balcony overlooking the beach, or head to the Rooftop Terrace to savour delicious bites and refreshing drinks while watching.
Wonderfruit Music Festival
The Wonderfruit Music Festival is an annual gathering for art, culture, and music at The Fields at Siam Country Club in Pattaya. The festival features a lineup of top artists and offers a host of activities, as well as camping opportunities. Partygoers can dance it out with performances by renowned artists on architectural stages, view art piece installations, and attend wellness workshops. To top it off, the festival also brings award-winning chefs and mixologists, offering gourmet eats and drinks following an eco-friendly theme with healthy ingredients. Catch this popular Pattaya event this December 2025.
Where to Stay in Pattaya
To enjoy these events to the fullest, consider staying at a hotel with a prime location, like Holiday Inn Pattaya, which is located directly on Pattaya Beach Road. Its beachfront location opposite a major beach and road in Pattaya makes it easily accessible to events and attractions around the city.
After all the fun, you can relax in spacious, comfortable rooms fully furnished with modern amenities and a private balcony facing the sea. We have complete facilities for a truly relaxing and rejuvenating stay, including swimming pools, a fitness centre with a sauna, and a hotel spa. With several dining venues on-site, including The Collective, Brew & Bar, East Coast Kitchen, and the Rooftop Terrace Sky Bar—you’ll have plenty of choices before or after heading out to an event.
Keep an eye out for exclusive packages as you plan your trip to attend a festival or event in Pattaya this 2025. You just might catch great offers on room packages, dining deals, and long-stay offers for added value.
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