Business and Tech Events in Bangkok: Conferences, Expos, Meetups

Business and tech events in Bangkok run all year, but the busiest stretch is from November to March, when the big halls fill with trade fairs and the meetup scene is in full swing. Whether you are a founder, a developer, a buyer at a trade show or just curious about the latest cars and gadgets, this guide covers the main venues, the major recurring expos with their confirmed dates, and the regular meetups worth putting in your calendar.

All dates below come from organisers or venue calendars at the time of writing. Where a 2027 date has not been announced, we say so. For the live list, see the business and tech events category.

Last checked: October 2026.

Upcoming business and tech events

The three big venues

Most large conferences and trade fairs in Bangkok happen at one of three exhibition centres. Knowing which one an event is in tells you a lot about how long it will take to get there.

Queen Sirikit National Convention Center (QSNCC)

Reopened in 2022 after a full rebuild, QSNCC sits on Ratchadaphisek Road next to Benjakitti Park, in the middle of the city. It is the easiest of the three to reach: MRT Queen Sirikit National Convention Centre station is right next to the building, and BTS Asok and Phrom Phong are a short taxi ride away. It hosts many conferences, consumer fairs and book fairs. See the Asok and Phrom Phong area guide.

BITEC, Bang Na

The Bangkok International Trade and Exhibition Centre is on Bang Na-Trat Road in the south-east, a short walk from BTS Bang Na station on the Sukhumvit line. It is home to many industrial and engineering trade shows, and also has BITEC Live, a concert and event hall. See the Bang Na area guide.

IMPACT, Muang Thong Thani

The largest complex, IMPACT includes IMPACT Arena, IMPACT Challenger, IMPACT Forum and the Exhibition Center halls, in Muang Thong Thani, Nonthaburi, north of the city. It hosts the motor shows, the giant food fair THAIFEX and many consumer expos. The MRT Pink Line runs to Impact Muang Thong Thani station, which makes it far easier to reach than it used to be. Otherwise allow 45 minutes to over an hour by car from central Bangkok. See the Nonthaburi and Muang Thong Thani area guide.

Expos and conferences in November and December 2026

gamescom asia x Thailand Game Show (30 October to 1 November)

The gaming industry's big show in Thailand, now combined with gamescom asia, fills QSNCC's Plenary Hall and Exhibition Halls 1 to 4. It has a business side for studios and publishers and a public side with game demos and esports. Tickets are listed from THB 200. See gamescom asia x Thailand Game Show 2026.

THE STANDARD Economic Forum (4 to 6 November)

A major Thai-language economics and business conference at Royal Paragon Hall, Siam Paragon, with tickets listed from THB 790 to THB 3,990. See THE STANDARD Economic Forum 2026.

Thailand Mobile Expo and AI Expo (5 to 8 November)

The country's big phone and gadget fair, with launch deals from the main brands and an AI zone, at IMPACT Challenger. Entry is free. See Thailand Mobile Expo 2026 & AI Expo 2026.

Sustainability Expo (6 to 15 November)

SX2026 takes over all of QSNCC for ten days, with talks, exhibitions and a market on sustainable living and business. See Sustainability Expo 2026.

Work Life Festival (13 and 14 November)

A free careers and work-life event at Samyan Mitrtown, with registration required. See Work Life Festival 2026.

FoodX and the Hemp Expo (18 to 20 November)

Two trade events at QSNCC in the same week: the FoodX 2026 Business of Food Forum on 18 and 19 November, and the Asia International Hemp Expo & Forum 2026 from 18 to 20 November.

METALEX (18 to 21 November)

The long-running machine tools and metalworking trade show returns to BITEC from 18 to 21 November 2026. The organiser says entry is free for visitors who pre-register.

DigiTech ASEAN Thailand and AI Connect (25 to 27 November)

A trade show for digital technology, cloud, cybersecurity and AI at IMPACT Exhibition Center. Entry is free for trade visitors. See DigiTech ASEAN Thailand & AI Connect 2026.

Thailand International Motor Expo (2 to 13 December)

The 43rd Motor Expo, the year-end car show, runs at IMPACT Challenger for twelve days, with new model launches and buying deals. Tickets are listed at THB 100. See 43rd Thailand International Motor Expo 2026.

For everything else that month, check the December 2026 calendar.

The big recurring shows in 2027

These are the major annual events that shape the business calendar. Some have confirmed 2027 dates; others had not been announced when we checked.

Event	Usual venue	2027 dates
Bangkok International Motor Show (48th)	IMPACT	24 March to 4 April 2027 (listed; confirm with the organiser)
National Book Fair and Bangkok International Book Fair	QSNCC	Not announced (2026 edition ran 26 March to 6 April)
THAIFEX - Anuga Asia	IMPACT	25 to 29 May 2027 (announced)
Techsauce Global Summit	QSNCC	Not announced (2026 edition was in late August)
Thailand Game Show	QSNCC	Not announced (2026 edition: 30 October to 1 November)
Thailand International Motor Expo	IMPACT	Not announced (usually early December)

Bangkok International Motor Show

Thailand's biggest car show, organised by Grand Prix International, runs for about twelve days around the end of March. The 48th edition is listed for 24 March to 4 April 2027 at IMPACT Muang Thong Thani. It is one of the busiest events of the year at IMPACT, so take the Pink Line and avoid weekends if you can.

THAIFEX - Anuga Asia

The region's largest food and drink trade fair fills most of IMPACT each May. The 2027 edition has been announced for 25 to 29 May 2027. Trade days come first, and the final days are usually open to the public.

Techsauce Global Summit

Bangkok's best-known startup and tech conference has been held at QSNCC in recent years, in August. The 2027 dates had not been announced when we checked.

Book fairs

Book fairs might not sound like business events, but the National Book Fair at QSNCC each spring (with a rights fair for publishers) is one of the largest public events in the city. Its sister event, Book Expo Thailand, runs at QSNCC until 1 November 2026.

Meetups, talks and networking

The meetup scene is where you meet Bangkok's developers, product people and founders. Most events are in English, small (20 to 100 people) and free or cheap, often with drinks. A few regulars currently in our listings:

• BKK/hack Monthly, a developer and builder meetup at Liberty Plaza in Thong Lo. The October 2026 session is When LLMs Build the System. The same venue also hosts Bangkok's Hands-on Monthly for Coders, Makers, and Learners.
• AI & Beers, informal talks on real-world AI projects at W District near BTS Phra Khanong. See AI & Beers #10.
• AI Engineers Meetup Bangkok at SCBX NEXT TECH in Siam. See the 31 October meetup.
• ProductTank Bangkok, the local chapter of the Mind the Product community, with casual drinks and networking. See the October meetup.
• BrowserStack Meetup on modern QA challenges, at WorkWize Din Daeng. See BrowserStack Meetup Bangkok.
• Kinetic Robot Art at Labhaus Studio in On Nut, where art and engineering meet. See KINETIC ROBOT ART.

Thai-language workshops also run regularly, such as the beginner AI workshops at Yaru, Grande Centre Point Lumphini (for example the 2 November session).

Many meetups are posted only a week or two ahead, so check events this week for the latest.

Tips for attending trade shows in Bangkok

• Pre-register online. Many trade fairs are free for registered trade visitors but charge, or refuse entry, at the door. Bring a business card or company ID.
• Check trade and public days. Big fairs often keep the first days for trade visitors only.
• Take the train. The MRT Blue Line serves QSNCC, the BTS Sukhumvit line serves BITEC, and the MRT Pink Line serves IMPACT. Taxis queue for a long time after closing.
• Allow for scale. IMPACT and BITEC are huge. Wear comfortable shoes and check the hall number before you go.
• Dress code: smart casual is standard. Halls are air-conditioned and can be cold.
• Bring cash and a card. Food courts and some exhibitors still prefer cash.

Visiting for work and want an evening out? See our nightlife guides. For the city's other event types, start with where to find events in Bangkok.

FAQ

What are the main exhibition centres in Bangkok?

Queen Sirikit National Convention Center (QSNCC) in central Bangkok, BITEC in Bang Na, and IMPACT in Muang Thong Thani, Nonthaburi. QSNCC is on the MRT Blue Line, BITEC is next to BTS Bang Na, and IMPACT is on the MRT Pink Line.

When is the Bangkok International Motor Show 2027?

The 48th Bangkok International Motor Show is listed for 24 March to 4 April 2027 at IMPACT Muang Thong Thani. Confirm with the organiser, Grand Prix International, before you travel.

Are there tech meetups in Bangkok in English?

Yes. BKK/hack, AI & Beers, the AI Engineers Meetup and ProductTank Bangkok all run in English. Most are free or low-cost and are listed in our business and tech category.

When is the Techsauce Global Summit 2027?

The 2027 dates had not been announced at the time of writing. The summit has been held at QSNCC in August in recent years.

Are trade shows in Bangkok free to attend?

Many are free for visitors who pre-register online, including METALEX, Thailand Mobile Expo and DigiTech ASEAN in 2026. Consumer shows like the motor shows and Thailand Game Show charge a small entry fee.