Discover Thailand’s Unforgettable New Year Celebrations In Phayao And Su ngai Kolok

Published on December 25, 2025

Celebrating New Year’s Eve in Thailand is one of the most anticipated events to experience in the World. This year, Thailand is putting an extra special focus and effort on the New Year’s Eve Countdown events taking place all over the Country. This year extra special events focus will be on the New Year Countdown Celebration in the Town of Phayao and the Southern Town of Su-ngai Kolok. Bangkok and the surrounding Cities and countryside will also be celebrating and are ready to party and celebrate. This is Celebration is expected to demonstrate Thailand’s position as a top and #1 World New Year’s Celebration Destination!

Celebrations will occur from December 28 until New Year’s on December 31. This time period will include Celebrations Showcasing a mix of Cultural Celebrations. and Modern Day Celebrations. This period will also feature Fireworks Displays as the Country Celebrates the New Year. Celebrations in Phayao and Su-ngai Kolok will lead to Diversifying Local Tourism and International Interest in the Unique Thai Culture.

Phayao’s Festivities and Flora

Phayao will celebrate and honor Queen Sirikit Mother the Queen and continue on her vision of innovation and progress across Phayao throughout the New Year Countdown Flora Festival on the 28th-31st of December 2025, which will take place at the Phu Khun Ngam Mueang Monument Park, and next to the beautiful Kwan Phayao lake, during the period of the Amazing Thailand: Phayao Countdown Flora Fest 2026.

Starting on December 29th to the 31st, the Festival will feature floral art installations and lighting displays, as well as, drone shows, and during the New Year’s Eve countdown, there will be grand and extraordinary fireworks. Because there are many important guests expected to attend, there will be a “countdown to the New Year” ceremony. This Festival is expected to be one of the most beautiful end of the year celebrations, as it will showcase the local traditions, and as Phayao is one of the emerging destinations, the Festival is expected to bring more global tourism to Phayao.

This year, Narathiwat Province, Thailand, will take part in the countdown of the new year in Thailand’s Deep South for the second time in the amazing Su-ngai Kolok countdown (2026), which will take place from December 28 to 31, 2025. To celebrate the southern border region’s diversity, the event will feature decorative lighting, concerts, and a fusion of traditional and modern songs, which will take place at Sirindhorn Public Park. Every night, there will be a special blend of modern and traditional songs, music, and cultural performances, which will be counted down to the midnight hour of the new year.

Su-ngai Kolok has a strategic location as it is at the border of Thailand and Malaysia, which is why we expect border delegations from both countries to attend the official countdown to the new year. The modern and cultural blend of the event is sure to be a fine example of how border regions in Thailand can be diverse and dynamic.

Incredible Events Happening in Bangkok

With the Amazing Thailand Countdown 2026, Bangkok, Thailand’s capital, will be able to see some more amazing countdown events. This event will be from December 27 to 31 at iconsiam where a 4D skydrone fireworks show with fireworks and fire will be performed over the Chao Phraya River. The event will also include international and some local Thai performers, like Mark Tuan from overseas, who will do a special performance.

On December 31 One Bangkok Countdown Celebration 2026 will feature a fully immersive light and sound show with performances from some popular Korean artists. CentralWorld Bangkok Countdown 2026 will become the “Times Square of Asia” where headline concert performances and a grand fireworks display will be performed. There will also be a NEON Countdown 2026 event, where a huge 2-day electronic dance music party will invite international DJs. This event will take place at the Rajamangala National Stadium, where they also provide the fireworks for the event.

Also, Fireworks Project will see Extravaganza Sukhumvit Countdown 2026. This will be an extraordinary urban spectacle where, over a length of more than 5 kilometers, entertainment, fireworks, and festivities will be launched simultaneously. Participating retail, hospitality, and entertainment venues will enter into a seamless.

New Year’s Regional Festivals in Thailand

In addition to the main events in Phayao and Su-ngai Kolok, several other provinces will have their own local countdown events to celebrate the New Year. In Hat Yai, Songkhla, the Hat Yai New Year Celebration 2026 will take place on December 30-31, and will feature an array of live music and cultural performances bringing an energetic city center to life. In addition, on December 31, Hua Hin will celebrate the Countdown 2026 in an event that will take place on the beach and will feature live DJs, fireworks, and activities for the whole family to enjoy. That event will confirm Hua Hin’s reputation as a festive, yet relaxed, coastal town.

In Udon Thani on December 31, Udon Countdown 2026 will take place at UD TOWN and offer live music, lighting decorations, a food court, and fireworks at midnight. This event is expected to attract more tourists, stimulate the local economy, and enhance the visit experience.

New Year’s Eve Safety Precautions

In order to have an enjoyable experience and stay safe, the Tourism Authority of Thailand has coordinated various activities for all visitors in the country. The Royal Thai Police branch will assign officers and traffic within the area as well as implement modern security to help control the event. The Tourist Police will also be ready on site to assist the New Year’s Eve attendees and control the flow of people.

Conclusion

The high spirit of celebration in Thailand, along with its culture and hospitality, welcomes tourists in the New Year. Phayao and Su-ngai Kolok are the hosts of two major New Year events. Bangkok and many other provinces of Thailand host various New Year celebrations. The melding of regional culture with the high-energy countdown parties of Bangkok provides a rich tapestry of celebrations for a safe and memorable transition into 2026.