Get ready to count down the end of the old year and welcome 2026 with the long-awaited festival of joy. For those looking for New Year’s destinations in Bangkok, each landmark is hosting bigger events than before, featuring spectacular fireworks and a host of famous artists. Thairath Online has gathered 9 popular Countdown 2026 spots for you to plan your fun night out.
Still holding the title "Times Square of Asia," the countdown event at centralwOrld’s plaza returns with a Disney theme. Look out for a giant Christmas tree over 40 meters tall, adorned with LED lights and rare Disney characters, making it the hottest photo spot this year.
Highlight activities: This year’s highlight is the decoration themed "Disney Princess Castle & HK Disneyland 20th Anniversary," bringing the princess castle and the 20th anniversary celebration atmosphere of Hong Kong Disneyland right to centralwOrld plaza.
Artist lineup: Featuring Thailand’s top T-Pop stars such as Pee Pi Krit, Billkin Puttipong, Palmy, Nont Tanont, Ink Waruntorn, Freen-Becky, and for the first time, a gathering of sold-out artists including C-Nunew, PERSES, DICE, GELBOYS, 4EVE, Bogy Lion, THE TOYS, and Joey Boy.
Transportation: BTS Chidlom or Siam Station
The world-class riverside landmark ICONSIAM, in collaboration with the Tourism Authority of Thailand, hosts a grand countdown event to promote Thai tourism. The standout attraction is an eco-friendly fireworks display stretching along the longest curve of the Chao Phraya River, mesmerizing every viewer.
Highlight activities: A 4D aerial show featuring eco-friendly fireworks over 1,400 meters long, combined with a drone performance under the theme “In Eternity Reverence,” honoring and remembering the graciousness of Her Majesty Queen Sirikit, the Queen Mother.
Artist lineup: International artist Mark Tuan and top Thai T-POP stars including PiXXiE, 4EVE, ATLAS, URBOYTJ, CDGUNTEE & NARA, Slot Machine, Three Man Down, Jeff Satur, Bodyslam, BUS because of you i shine, PROXIE, DEXX, C-Nunew, and Tel First One will perform from 27 to 31 Dec 2025.
Transportation: Gold Line BTS at Charoen Nakhon Station or Chao Phraya Express Boat
Siam Square PMCU, together with AIS SIAM, transforms Siam Square into a festive space for Christmas and New Year 2026 celebrations, inviting everyone to join in full-scale fun.
Highlight activities: From 23 Dec 2025 to 4 Jan 2026, the street from SQ1 slope near BTS extending down to Walking Street hosts activities by brands like Fujifilm, MINISO, BEAUTRIUM, Smiley, RAVIPA, AIS, Hirono, and POP MART.
Artist lineup: On New Year’s Eve, 31 Dec 2025, starting at 6:00 PM, enjoy performances by popular artists including Pee Jong Kallan, Jes Jespiphat, Bible Wichapas, BeOnCloud band members Fuice, JJ, Job, Jet, Mio, Tel Matiman, First One Wannakorn, LYKN, SERIOUS BACON, Sugar ‘N Spice, Bamm, and TALAY, followed by the countdown to 2026.
Transportation: BTS Siam Station
The rising star and talk of the town, "One Bangkok," a mixed-use project in the city center, hosts a grand New Year celebration along Witthayu-Rama 4 Road, emphasizing luxury, modernity, and world-class art.
Highlight activities: Spectacular drone shows and fireworks light up central Bangkok.
Artist lineup: Catch Taeyong & Yuta, two members of NCT, thrilling the crowd alongside PROXIE and top T-POP artists on 31 Dec 2025.
Transportation: MRT Lumphini Station (connected to the project via an underground tunnel)
Siam Paragon presents the countdown under the theme The Magical Celebration Siam Paragon 2026, inviting you to enjoy the charm of three Christmas tree styles and festive celebrations from now until 11 Jan 2026.
Highlight activities: Special shows from Italy and France, beautiful light decorations, fantasy photo spots, along with the “POP LAND EXCLUSIVE FESTIVE EVENT IN THAILAND” and Christmas trees from POP MART decorated with beloved characters.
Artist lineup: Enjoy performances by Thai artists like Wim, Ink Waruntorn, Omoinotake, and Keng-Namping, plus a parade on 31 Dec 2025.
Transportation: BTS Siam Station
Celebrate the year-end and welcome 2026 in the heart of Sukhumvit Road with drone performances on 31 Dec 2025 at Asoke-Prompong intersection, Benjasiri Park, and Thonglor.
Highlight activities: A new style of celebration combining drone performances, laser and architectural lighting, searchlights, eco-friendly pyrotechnics, a giant Christmas tree photo zone, and concerts by famous artists.
Artist lineup: Featuring J Jetrin, Burin, THREE MAN DOWN, PERSES, J-POP artist PSYCHIC, and top DJs before counting down to 2026 together.
Transportation: BTS Phrom Phong Station
For those who enjoy a chill riverside atmosphere, Asiatique is the perfect hangout, hosting a New Year celebration every year. This year’s theme is Carnival, complete with a giant Ferris wheel offering panoramic city night views.
Highlight activities: Spectacular Mega Visual Stage, Laser Show, Interactive Countdown Screen, grand fireworks by a world-class team, and an after-party with famous DJs.
Artist lineup: Full concerts featuring top national artists such as ZEAL, PARADOX, TATTOO COLOUR, and BODYSLAM.
Transportation: Three travel options are available:
Mega Bangna shopping center hosts the biggest countdown concert in East Bangkok with the "MEGA COUNTDOWN 2026" event.
Highlight activities: The mall is decorated in the “THE SPACE SANTA” theme, blending space imagination with the warmth of Christmas, featuring an LED tunnel spanning over 1,200 square meters for memorable photo opportunities from now until 4 Jan 2026.
Artist lineup: Concerts by seven famous artists including PERSES, FELLOW FELLOW, THE PARKINSON, TILLY BIRDS, FLURE, JOEYBOY, and closing with SLOT MACHINE on 31 Dec 2025 starting at 3:00 PM.
Transportation: Free Shuttle Bus service on 31 Dec 2025 covering the following routes:
Prepare to count down and capture joyful moments at the free concerts on 30-31 Dec 2025 at Seacon Square Srinakarin.
Artist lineup: On 30 Dec 2025, enjoy performances by Yes Indeed, Bamm, and PROXIE; on 31 Dec 2025, see POLYCAT, Three Man Down, and ModernDog at the front plaza of Seacon Square starting at 6:00 PM.
Transportation: MRT Yellow Line at Suan Luang Rama 9 Station, Exit 1
Whether you’re a party enthusiast, content creator, or just want to relax, Bangkok has venues to suit every style for New Year’s Eve. Choose your favorite spot, invite friends or family to join the joyful atmosphere, and shout “Happy New Year 2026” together!