Event Calendar

Bangkok has long been a hub for international trade fairs and exhibitions. With world-class venues like IMPACT, BITEC, Queen Sirikit National Convention Centre (QSNCC) and Royal Paragon Hall Exhibition & Convention Centre, these events usually showcase the very best of the best, from furniture, food and fashion to computers and cars. No matter what month you find yourself in Bangkok, there’s bound to be some major trade fair or exhibition happening that appeals to your interests – and at many of these fantastic deals are the norm. Check out our comprehensive calendar of events and exhibitions in Bangkok throughout the year.

BITEC = Bangkok International Trade & Exhibition Center, Bang Na
IMPACT = Impact Exhibition & Convention Center, Muang Thong Thani
QSNCC = Queen Sirikit National Convention Center, Asoke
RPH = Royal Paragon Hall Exhibition & Convention Centre, Siam Paragon

For information on how to attend as a buyer or exhibitor of events organised by the Department of Export Promotion (DEP), please contact titfd@depthai.go.th

For information and details about other events, contact the exhibiting venue.

Thailand Furniture & Houseware, Fashion & Jewelry Fair and House Festival 2008
When & Where: February 16 - 24, 2008 at Arena Hall 1-4, IMPACT Arena
Contact: +66 (0)2 731 1331
The Thailand Furniture & Houseware Fair includes a wide range of furniture, security systems, gardening equipment, clothing and apparel, as well as other household products.

41st Bangkok Gems and Jewelry Fair 2008 (GEMS)
When & Where: February 27 - March 2, 2008 at Challenger 1-3, IMPACT Arena
Contact: +66 (0)2 630 1390
This premier exhibition showcases exquisite gems and jewelry from more than 1,000 companies around the world, be it handcrafted, contemporary, traditional, urban jewelry, precious or semi-precious stones.

5th Thai International Travel Fair 2008
When & Where: February 28 - March 2, 2008 at QSNCC
Contact: +66 (0)2 214 6175
Tour packages and airfares to various destinations at special prices.

5th Thai International Travel Fair 2008
When & Where: Until March 2, 2008 at QSNCC
Contact: +66 (0)2 214 6175
Package tours and airfares at special prices.

41st Bangkok Gems and Jewelry Fair 2008 (GEMS)
When & Where: Until March 2, 2008 at Challenger 1-3, IMPACT Arena
Contact: +66 (0)2 630 1390
This premier exhibition showcases exquisite gems and jewelry from more than 1,000 companies around the world, be it handcrafted, contemporary, traditional, urban jewelry, precious or semi-precious stones.

Thailand International Furniture Fair 2008 (TIFF 2008)
When & Where: March 12 - 16, 2008 at Challenger 2-3, IMPACT Arena
Contact: +66 (0)2 513 7070
Browse for the best of Thailand’s furniture at this great event, and take advantage of super promotions and discounts. Indoor and outdoor furniture are featured.

Sport World Expo
When & Where: March 14 - 23, 2008 at Hall 4, IMPACT Arena
Contact: +66 (0)2 678 1000
A showcase of Thailand's sport apparel industries, where local and international sport equipment and accessories, as well as a wide variety of sports-related products and services will be on sale. The event will include new product launches, special sale items, and clearance items.

Thailand Travel & Dive Expo 2008
When & Where: May 15 - 18, 2008 at Plenary Hall 1-3, QSNCC
Contact: +66 (0)2 203 4222
Explore the underwater world with Thailand Travel & Dive Expo, where incredible deals and promotions on diving equipment, courses and packages can be had.

HomePro Expo 2008
When & Where: March 14 - 23, 2008 at Hall 5-8, IMPACT Arena
Contact: +66 (0)2 832 1000
A one-stop destination for innovative household products as well as beautiful furniture and a myriad of household accessories.

Commart Thailand 2008
When & Where: March 20 - 23, 2008 at QSNCC
Contact: +66 (0)2 686 9009
Highlights include useful workshops, Buyer's Guide Corner, Best Buy & Best Price, Commart Innovation 2008 and auctions.

36th National Book Fair & Bangkok International Book Fair 2008
When & Where: 25 March 25 – April 7, 2008 at QSNCC
Contact: +66 (0)2 954 9560-4
Many reasons for bookworms to get excited at Thailand’s largest national book extravaganza. Enjoy a wide range of books from fiction to self-help and great bargains from leading publishers. Book and reading related activities are also available.

29th Bangkok International Motor Show 2008
When & Where: March 28 – April 6, 2008 at BITEC
Contact: +66 (0)2 971 6450
International automotive exhibition of cars and motorcycles that features the latest technology of leading manufacturers around the world. Expect launches of new cars, car accessories and maintenance equipment.

Thailand's Paradise Fair
When & Where: March 29 - April 6, 2008 at Hall 5-7, IMPACT Arena
Contact: +66 (0)2 314 0855
Enjoy shopping for a variety of furniture including home decoration, fashion and jewelry, leather and beauty products, as well as food and beverages from the four regions of Thailand. This event also features travel packages and much more.

12th Discovery Thailand & Discovery World 2008
When & Where: March 6 – 9, 2008 at Zone C1-2, Plaza Atrium, QSNCC
Contact: +66 (0)2 683 3065
Planning a vacation? This is a great place to find great deals and bargains on tour packages and air tickets from over 1,000 booths.

29th Bangkok International Motor Show 2008
When & Where: Until April 6, 2008 at BITEC
Contact: +66 (0)2 971 6450
International automotive exhibition of cars and motorcycles featuring the latest technology from leading manufacturers around the world. Expect launches of new cars, car accessories and maintenance equipment.

Thailand's Paradise Fair
When & Where: Until April 6, 2008 at Hall 5-7, IMPACT Arena
Contact: +66 (0)2 314 0855
Enjoy shopping for a variety of furniture including home decoration, fashion and jewelry, leather and beauty products, as well as food and beverages from the four regions of Thailand. This event also features travel packages and much more.

Bangkok International Gift Fair and Bangkok International Houseware Fair (BIG + BIH 2008)
When & Where: April 17 - 22, 2008 at Challenger 1-3, IMPACT Arena
Contact: +66 (0)2 512 0093
The biggest events of the year, these two fairs are where a great selection of gift items and home decorative items are on sale.

Home & Decor 2008
When & Where: May 10 - 18, 2008 at Hall 5-7, IMPACT Arena
Contact: +66 (0)2 731 1331
The exhibition offers the latest furniture trends for bedrooms, kitchens, and living rooms, including knock-down and build-in furniture. The fair also exhibits household facilities and electric appliances.

THAIFEX - World of Food Asia 2008
When & Where: May 21 - 25, 2008 at Challenger 2-3, IMPACT Arena
Contact: +66 (0)2 512 0093
The event features a variety of food and beverages including halal food, food catering, food technology, hospitality services, retail and franchise.

Modern Furniture Fair 2008 / Fashion and Jewelry Fair 2008
When & Where: May 24 - June 1, 2008 at BITEC
Contact: (66)2 318 3505
This two-in-one event features furniture, household equipment, leather, jewelry, cosmetic, photo studio, tours and much more.

Modern Furniture Fair 2008 / Fashion and Jewelry Fair 2008
When & Where: June 1, 2008 at BITEC
Contact: +66 (0)2 318 3505
This two-in-one event features furniture, household equipment, leather, jewelry, cosmetic, photo studio, hotels tours and much more.

Commart X Gen 2008
When & Where: June 12 - 15, 2008 at QSNCC
Contact: +66 (0) 2 686 9009
Highlights include Show & Sell (new and trendy products from the world's IT Show), Best Buy for IT products, 3C Products (computer, consumer and communication products).

Home Decoration Fair 2008
When & Where: July 5 - 13, 2008 at QSNCC
Contact: +66 (0)2 731 1331
This event is a perfect place to be if you're planning to spruce up your den. Enjoy great discounts on various home decorative items.

Thailand Retail, Food & Hospitality Services 2008 (TRAFS 2008)
When & Where: July 24 - 27, 2008 at IMPACT Arena
Contact: +66 (0)2 861 4013
Thailand's largest gathering of manufacturers/ distributors / suppliers of equipment and supplier of retail, food, restaurants, coffee shops, supermarkets, hotel and catering businesses. TRAFS 2008 is held in conjunction with TFBO 2008 and aims to attract some 40,000 professionals and industry experts worldwide.

Thailand Fashion Grand Sale 2008
When & Where: July 26 - August 3, 2008 at Hall 5-7, IMPACT Arena
Contact: +66 (0)2 731 1331
The exhibition offers the latest furniture trends for bedrooms, kitchens, and living rooms, including knock-down and build-in furniture. The fair also exhibits household facilities, electronic devices, upholstery, accessories and a beauty shop in the Clothes Zone. Moreover, there will be instant foods, supplementary foods and bio-organic foods in the Food Zone.

Thailand Fashion Grand Sale 2008
When & Where: Until August 3, 2008 at Hall 5-7, IMPACT Arena
Contact: +66 (0)2 731 1331
The exhibition offers the latest furniture trends for bedrooms, kitchens, and living rooms, including knock-down and build-in furniture. The fair also exhibits household facilities, electronic devices, upholstery, accessories and a beauty shop in the Clothes Zone. Moreover, there will be instant foods, supplementary foods and bio-organic foods in the Food Zone.
 
Furniture World 2008
When & Where: August 9 - 17, 2008 at BITEC
Contact: +66 (0)2 731 1331
Shop for brand new and funky furniture for your home at this wonderful event which attracts nothing else but the best in the industry.

Bangkok International Fashion & Leather Fair 2008 (BIFF 2008)
When & Where: August 27 - 31, 2008 at BITEC
Contact: +66 (0)2 512 0093
Enjoy fashion, textiles, leather products, accessories and fashion-related products and services.

4th Health Cuisine & Beauty Festival
When & Where: September 3 - 7, 2008 at QNSCC
Contact: +66 (0)2 422 9999 ext 4350
Organized by the famous health/food magazine 'Health Cuisine', this wonderful event is ideal for all health enthusiasts.
 
13th Discovery Thailand & Discovery World 2008 
When & Where: September 4 - 7, 2008 at QSNCC
Contact: +66 (0)2 683 3065-8 ext 101
The most highly anticipated event of the year, Discovery Thailand and World is a chance to enjoy a variety of unbeatable deals and promotions from leading tour and travel agencies.

42nd Bangkok Gems & Jewelry Fair 2008
When & Where: September 11 - 15, 2008 at Challenger 1, IMPACT Arena
Contact: +66 (0)2 630 1390
This is one of Asia's premier jewelry fairs and one of the top five gem and jewelry shows in the world. Held twice a year in March and September, more than 1,500 exhibitors from over 35 countries such as UK, Italy, Russia, USA, China, Taiwan, Hong Kong and Israel participate in each BGJF which attracts 35,000 international delegates and visitors.

13th Book Expo Thailand 2008
When & Where: October 11- 23 at QSNCC
Contact: +66 (0)2 954 9560
Held by the Publishers and Booksellers Association of Thailand, this is a not-to-be-missed event for book lovers of all ages.

Bangkok Furniture Show 2008
When & Where: October 25 - November 2, 2008 at QSNCC
Contact: +66 (0)2 731 1331
The final fair of the year for furniture and home decorative items from leading manufacturers offered at very special prices.

Bangkok Furniture Show 2008
When & Where: Until November 2, 2008 at QSNCC
Contact: +66 (0)2 731 1331
The final fair of the year for furniture and home decorative items from leading manufacturers offered at very special prices.

Photo Fair 2008
When & Where: December 4 - 7, 2008 at BITEC
Contact: +66 (0)2 803 7570
Deemed one of the greatest international photo equipment exhibitions, Photo Fair 2008 boasts the most advanced technology in the world of digital photography.