Accolade from the International Festivals and Events Association follows 2021’s naming of the Songkran Festival as one of the major festivals of Asia.

 

TAT Newsroom

 

Bangkok – The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) is pleased to report that the ‘Pattaya International Fireworks Festival’ has been named one of Asia’s top three Ocean Cities’ Festivals by the International Festivals and Events Association (IFEA).   

  

Mr. Yuthasak Supasorn, TAT Governor, said, “This is wonderful recognition for the Pattaya International Fireworks Festival, and also represents the fantastic and diverse festivals and events that can be enjoyed throughout Thailand during the calendar year.”

 

The award was presented at the Ocean Tourism Festival City Forum and Designation of Major Ocean Tourism Festival City of Asia, which was held in Tongyeong City, South Korea on 25 March, 2022.

 

On hand to receive the prestigious accolade was Pol. Lt. Pramote Tubtim (RN), Permanent Secretary of Pattaya City; Mr. Kajorndet Apichartrakul, Director of the TAT Pattaya Office, and Mrs. Jiranee Poonnayom, Director of the TAT Seoul Office.

 

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Organised by Pattaya City, the annual two-day Pattaya International Fireworks Festival is one of the popular seaside resort city’s most spectacular and exciting events. Usually held later in the year, it draws pyrotechnic teams from around the world who light up the night sky in a series of dazzling fireworks displays. Adding to the festive fun is live music, entertainment, great cuisine, and various other activities to enjoy along Pattaya Beach Road which is closed for the Festival.

 

The date for this year’s Pattaya International Fireworks Festival has yet to be announced.

 

The inclusion of the Pattaya International Fireworks Festival among the top three festivals continues a winning tradition for Thailand. In 2021, the Songkran Festival (traditional Thai New Year) was named by the IFEA as one of the three major festivals of Asia.

 

Headquartered in Boise, Idaho in the USA, the IFEA recognises excellence and creativity in festivals around the world, and helps provide opportunities for event host countries to market their events and boost awareness.

 

Source: https://www.tatnews.org/2022/03/pattaya-international-fireworks-festival-named-among-asias-top-3-ocean-cities-festivals/

 

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I can predict the advertising slogan for this: "Come to Pattaya for bangs you'll never forget!"

4 hours ago, webfact said:

the Songkran Festival (traditional Thai New Year) was named by the IFEA as one of the three major festivals of Asia.

The old version or the new one?

5 hours ago, webfact said:

Headquartered in Boise, Idaho

Wasn't this place voted the most boring city/town in the world?

After all these awards during years of absolutely NO tourism, just imagine how popular it will be when the useless people (polite word used) eventually stop running from covid and open up properly

Good choice.  I look forward to it every year.

2 hours ago, mikebell said:

Wasn't this place voted the most boring city/town in the world?

Having travelled extensively I cant think of a place that is such a mess, boring and down market ...

Think a place in Romania was pretty bad !!!

Well deserved in my opinion, it was a nice festival and fun to sit on the beach watching the fireworks.

The event is a great credit to the city.

In November 2020; during a Covid lull; estimates put attendance at 100,000 over the 2 days. We went on the Saturday and I would say that figure was not at all outlandish.

9 hours ago, mikebell said:

Wasn't this place voted the most boring city/town in the world?

Nope not Boise.....Its a real fun place particularly in the Ski season....You should visit it and brighten up your life.....BTW I am not American

16 hours ago, Phuket Stan said:

Nope not Boise.....Its a real fun place particularly in the Ski season....You should visit it and brighten up your life.....BTW I am not American

I'd love to but would not get back in to Thailand as I cannot afford the Health Insurance.  Almost 80 so I don't ski anymore.  There are 32 Boring Companies in Boise.