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New Year's Eve celebrations you don’t want to miss

Get your glad rags on and welcome 2025 in style with our pick of exciting New Year's Eve happenings in Bangkok and beyond.

Kaweewat Siwanartwong
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As we near the close of another year, before you start thinking about those pesky resolutions there’s still one last chance to have a memorable night out. New Year’s Eve isn’t something that should be left to chance – it deserves some planning to ensure a special celebration. To make things easier, we’ve collated a selection of venues that are hosting ideal happenings to welcome 2025. From lively warehouse parties to chic art galleries and an island festival, grab your tickets, choose your outfit and round up your posse for a proper farewell to 2024.

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  • Yaowarat

The venue will be buzzing with energy, offering a New Year's experience across four floors. On the first floor you can enjoy art, street food, drinks and clothing. The second floor features Bangkok's favourite DJs spinning house, disco and funky beats. For techno lovers, the third floor is the place with top local DJs spinning the latest tracks. The fourth floor is the destination for hip-hop lovers, where you can dance to exciting tunes while watching a spectacular fireworks display from the rooftop. Dec 31, 8pm onwards

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  • Charoennakhon

The Amazing Thailand Countdown 2025 will ring in the New Year with a spectacular celebration at ICONSIAM that features global sensation Lisa Lalisa Manoban. The event promises to unite locals and visitors from around the world in a joyous occasion. The gathering will highlight Thailand's position as a premier destination for New Year celebrations. Under the theme "Iconic Celebration of The Global Phenomena: Celebrating the Greatness of Thailand and the Best of the World," the celebration will take place over three days and nights – reflecting the country’s growing status as a top global countdown venue. Dec 29-31. Free. G floor, River Park, 3pm onwards

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  • Charoennakhon

The year-end beer festival runs for six days and creates a relaxed atmosphere for those looking to unwind. The event, titled "Alcohol & Conversation," showcases an exciting mix of live bands, talented artists and top DJs. Whether you're a fan of live music or prefer beats spun by skilled DJs, this is an ideal way to wind down the year with friends and new faces. A variety of craft beers help the evening go with a swing. Good company, great drinks and an unforgettable entertainment line-up makes the transition to 2025 one to remember. Dec 25-31. B700-1,400 via here. Sermsuk Werehouse, 5pm-midnight 

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  • Bang Phlat

Join the countdown to 2025 at this four-day event at aviation-themed Drink Park. Relax to live music with a refreshing tipple and delight in food offerings that range from casual street eats to grand gastronomy. On December 31 festival goers can experience a dazzling fireworks display as they bid farewell to 2024 and welcome the New Year with a bang. Dec 28-31. Free. Chang Chui Creative Park, 7pm onwards

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  • Sathorn

You are cordially invited to a unique art and fashion celebration this New Year’s Eve. The venue will be transformed into Persephone’s Secret Garden–a mystical space where serpents shed their skins, symbolising purity and elegance. You can enjoy an intriguing bar selection featuring absinthe, custom infusions, wines and classic cocktails. The Zodiac Buffet offers dishes inspired by the four elements – fire, water, earth and air – carefully curated by feng shui experts to bring prosperity and balance for the year ahead. The dress code calls for dark florals, mythical elegance and subtle glamour. The night’s entertainment features a dynamic line-up of DJs that include Lustprinzip (techno/house), Onitsuka Trigger (rave/techno/acid house), Dr. Kittiporn (techno/jazz) and Sam Morgunoff (disco/infernal). Dec 31. B1,500 (includes free drink and access to the buffet) via here. Sathorn 11 Gallery, 9.30pm onwards 

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  • Bang Rak

Ring in 2025 with an unforgettable New Year's Eve countdown celebration. Gather with friends and family for an exciting evening filled with live performances and dynamic beats from W sonic. The night promises an electric atmosphere that will keep you dancing until the early hours. Enjoy a range of tunes that will elevate the mood and set the perfect tone for a fresh start. It’s the ideal way to bid farewell to the past year and welcome the new with open arms. Let the music guide you through this joyous occasion, creating lasting memories as you celebrate the dawn of a new chapter. Dec 31. B8,000-35,000 via here. The House Sathon, W Bangkok, 8pm onwards 

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  • Asok

Celebrate the arrival of 2025 at A MASK AFFAIR–a captivating New Year’s Eve event at APT 101. Throughout the evening, guests will wear masks, only to reveal their identities during the "UNMASKED AT MIDNIGHT" moment, marking the stroke of 12. As the New Year begins, unforgettable memories will be made. The event features a stellar lineup, including Takamichi, delivering deep house and techno vibes for an immersive sound journey. Keith Edward, known for his funky house beats, will keep the groove alive. Hidden Bag brings minimal and melodic house, maintaining the vibrant energy, while Gaius offers progressive house with a modern twist, perfect for the dance floor. Dec 31. B800 via here and B1,000 at the door (both include one free drink and mask). APT 101, 9pm onwards

Koh Mak

The Fly to The Moon Festival is a five-day adventure of enchanting music under the stars. Taking place on Koh Mak Island, the festival is an escape to a world of connection, creativity and discovery. Quaint cottages, beachside sundowners and tranquil boat cruises are sure to enchant, as is a diverse line-up of top local DJs, talented regional artists and renowned international performers. To get to Koh Mak, take a bus from Ekkamai Bus Terminal to Trat (Laem Ngop Pier), or hire a private car for B3,500, or a minibus for B4,500. From there you can take a speedboat to Koh Mak. Advance bookings recommended. Dec 28 - Jan 1, 2025. B2,050-8,250 via here. Koh Mak Island, 2pm onwards 

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