Thailand rings in the new year with its Amazing Thailand Countdown 2025

The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) invites visitors to ring in the New Year with the Amazing Thailand Countdown 2025 at Nagaraphirom Park.

The venue is along Bangkok’s Chao Phraya River with the majestic Wat Arun serving as a backdrop for the festivities. 

Simultaneous activities throughout Thailand featuring global icons like BamBam will likewise reinforce the country’s position as a premier destination for cultural and festive experiences.

A celebration of joy and renewal

Thai minister of tourism and sports Sorawong Thienthong declared: “The New Year Countdown 2025 is a celebration of joy, renewal, and hope. Events across Thailand, from bustling cities to charming provinces, will offer diverse opportunities to celebrate. Our focus is on enhancing quality tourism, tailoring experiences to visitors’ preferences, and showcasing Thailand’s rich traditions, culture, and heritage. We invite travellers worldwide to discover the unparalleled beauty of Thailand and create unforgettable memories.”

The countdown is one of the many grand celebrations ushering in Amazing Thailand Grand Tourism & Sports Year 2025, and highlights Thailand’s readiness to shine as a Global Countdown Destination. 

In collaboration with key stakeholders, the ministry seeks to elevate Thailand’s global stature, ensuring it remains a top choice for international travellers during the New Year season and beyond.

With regard to this, TAT governor Thapanee Kiatphaibool remarked: “By prioritising sustainable tourism and highlighting each region’s unique strengths, we aim to enhance visitor experiences, boost tourism spending, and drive economic growth, reinforcing our commitment to delivering world-class events that enrich the national economy.”

A festival of light

Running from 28th December to 1st January, the Amazing Thailand Countdown 2025 offers a vibrant celebration along the Chao Phraya River with the iconic Wat Arun as its striking backdrop. 

This event will feature cultural performances on a floating stage, live music by renowned Thai artists such as Lula, URBOYTJ, and The Toy, eco-friendly workshops, local culinary delights, and a mesmerising drone light show. 

The highlight will be a stunning nine-act fireworks display on 31st December, blending dazzling pyrotechnics with advanced technologies. 

The festivities will conclude with a New Year’s Day merit-making ceremony at Wat Arun, inviting visitors to participate in alms-giving, reflecting Thailand’s rich spiritual and cultural heritage.

The nationwide observance of the Amazing Chiang Mai Countdown 2025 began on Saturday, 21st December, and will continue till 1st January at Royal Park Rajapruek. 

This event features Illumination Night displays, cultural showcases, concerts by artists such as BamBam of GOT7, and a grand fireworks display.

From 29th to 31st December, the Amazing Thailand Countdown 2025 at ICONSIAM will deliver a world-class celebration on the Chao Phraya River, headlined by global icons in an exclusive New Year’s Eve performance. 

The event will culminate in Thailand’s longest eco-friendly fireworks display, spanning 1,400 metres, themed Celebrating the Everlasting Legacy of Siam, combining vibrant colours and innovative pyrotechnics to showcase Thailand’s cultural heritage.