PATTAYA, Thailand – Pattaya is gearing up for a bustling final month of 2024, with over 10 exciting tourism-promoting events planned for December. The city, renowned as a global tourist destination, is expected to generate billions of baht in economic activity as visitors flock to enjoy a variety of attractions, from natural sites and family-friendly locations to cultural experiences.
Pattaya’s appeal as a 24-hour city continues to attract tourists from around the world. After the successful International Fireworks Festival, which generated over 2 billion baht, the city is looking forward to more high-profile events. Key highlights of December include the Pattaya Countdown 2025 at Pattaya Beach and the Pattaya International Jazz Festival.
Here’s a breakdown of the upcoming events:
2-7 Dec 2024: 1st Football Banglamung Cup 2024 at Banglamung School Football Field
7 Dec 2024 – 12 Jan 2025: Naklua Market Walk & Eat Festival 2024
5 Dec 2024: Ordaining Ceremony for King Rama IX at the Sanctuary of Truth
6-7 Dec 2024: Pattaya International Jazz Festival at Pattaya Beach
11-15 Dec 2024: WGP#1 Waterjet World Cup and WGP#1 Waterjet World Series 2024 at Jomtien Beach
19-22 Dec 2024: Pattaya Water Sports Competition (Wind Surfing and Wing Foil) at Jomtien Beach
20-21 Dec 2024: Pattaya Petanque Competition 2024 at Pattaya 2 School
20-22 Dec 2024: Christmas Market on the Beach 2024 at North Pattaya Beach (Dusit Thani Pattaya)
28 Dec 2024: King Taksin the Great Day at Pattaya City Hall
29-31 Dec 2024: Pattaya Countdown 2025 at Pattaya Beach
These events are expected to draw significant crowds, contributing to the city’s tourism industry and generating substantial revenue.