We’ve had an incredible run in 2019 but the fun doesn’t stop there. This 2020, Thailand is ready to receive festival-goers from all over the world with its stellar lineup of parties.
Presenting a repertoire of music festivals spanning hipster retreats that sing of wellness, art, culture and music to all-out, ecstasy-driven techno and EDM raves, there are loads to look forward to regardless of what suits your fancy.
We’re not getting any younger so let’s make 2020 count. Here is a list of 14 epic music festivals in Thailand to get stoked about in 2020. Cheers to yet another epic year of fun, self-discovery and parties!
1. 5 Senses Thailand Festival
An eclectic fusion of music, art, and scenes of nature that’ll take your breath away, this beachside music festival returns once again to Koh Phangan, Thailand, transporting Berlin’s insane techno scene to the picturesque coast of Thong Nai Pan. If there’s an event that could offer this fresh experience to festival fans, it would be 5 Senses.
As the purveyors of bringing the most cutting-edge electronic artists to all corners of the globe, expect a stellar lineup and equally as impressive stage production. The 2020 lineup will be announced closer to the festival.
When: To be announced
Where: Thong Nai Pan, Koh Phangan, Thailand
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5 Senses Festival
2. Afrodeesiac Festival
Bringing the spirit of African music, dance, entertainment and culture, this 4-day festival happening in Bangkok, Thailand, is all about celebrating good vibes and new experience through a repertoire of authentic African genres.
The 2020 line up will feature a myriad of both established and pioneering artists from around the world, dishing out genres including Fusion, Urban Kiz and pure Kizomba, Semba and Afro dances. There’ll be workshops, activities and music performances galore. All in the name of spreading positivity, community and unbridled fun.
When: 10 to 13 April 2020
Where: The Westin Grande Sukhumvit, Bangkok, Thailand
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Afrodeesiac Festival
3. Bangkok of Dreams
Remarked as being one of Bangkok’s more prominent EDM festivals, “Bangkok of Dreams” returns once again to Show DC Arena, featuring a world-class lineup of international headliners such as Angerfist, Tujamo, TYNAN, BEAUZ, and Sam Feldt. At this one-night-only festival, expect state-of-the-art stage and production designs, a power-packed lineup of sensational sounds and more!
When: 25 January 2020
Where: Show DC, 99/6-9 Chaturathit Rd, Bang Kapi, Huai Khwang, Bangkok 10310, Thailand
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Bangkok Of Dreams 2020
4. Colours of Love: The Evolution
If you’re looking for something fresh and exciting with the potential to change your outlook on the world, come on down and embark on a magical 5-day extravaganza, happening in the beautiful Baba Beach Club in Phuket, Thailand. Spearheaded by a DJ duo Wild Sirenda, Colours Of Love serves as a platform for connection, creation and celebration, one that integrates various activities, allowing people from all walks of life to culminate in a festival of community and togetherness.
The theme for 2020 is ‘The Evolution’, and it embodies a deeper sense of community and personal growth, backed with an expanded lineup of music, workshops and sensorial experiences.
When: 19 to 24 March 2020
Where: Baba Beach Club, 88 Moo 5 Khok Kloi, Takua Thung, Phang-Nga 82140, Phuket Thailand,
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We Are Colours Of Love
5. Jai Thep Festival
Returning for its fifth edition in 2020, Northern Thailand’s leading arts and music celebration, Jai Thep Festival, is pulling out all the stops to deliver a fully immersive experience complete with large-scale art installations, stages and immersive environments. Recognised as the Glastonbury of Asia, expect 3 days of high-octane, multi-genre music ecstasy courtesy of a curated list of local bands and DJs, workshops, and a score of other fun activities and wellness workshops.
When: 31 January to 2 February 2020
Where: Lanna Rock Garden, Chiang Mai, Thailand
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Jai Thep Festival
6. Kolour in the Park
A multi-sensory journey awaits at Kolour In The Park which offers festival-goers the world over, a multi-genre music and arts festival that beautifully marries the two in what will be one solid day of pure, ecstasy-driven fun.
Experience music and art on the outskirts of Bangkok’s picturesque rice fields with a well-curated international lineup spread out across multiple stages. Not only that, treat yourselves to immersive stage art, large-scale art installations, a gourmet food market, art & craft activities, water games and so much more!
When: 7 March 2020
Where: Thai Wake Park Bangkok, 18/4 Soi Sudsawas, Lieab Klong 6 Rd., Lam Luk Ka 12150
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Kolour In The Park
7. Magic Mountain Music Festival
Magic Mountain Music Festival 2020 is a 3-day music festival that sees the culmination of several renowned local and international DJs and artists in the beautiful mountain province of Chiang Rai, Northern Thailand. Look forward to psychedelic sounds, non-stop festival action and a repertoire of curated food and drink stalls that will help you tide through the 3-day-long event, all against the luscious backdrop of breathtaking natural sights.
When: 17 to 19 January 2020
Where: Chiang Rai, Thailand
8. MAYA Music Festival
Established back in 2015, MAYA Music Festival has grown by leaps and bounds from what was formerly recognised as a backyard event celebrating modern Western music and Eastern art. Come 2020, the festival returns to celebrate its 5th anniversary at MAYA Space in Pattaya, Thailand, bringing with it the likes international artists, R3HAB, Vinai, Alan Walker, Suede, Kodaline, LANY and more.
When: 31 January to 1 February 2020
Where: MAYA Space, Pattaya, Thailand
9. S2O Songkran Music Festival
One of Thailand’s most highly-anticipated music festivals, S2O is a three-day music festival that coincides with Songkran, the Thai New Year’s Festival. Songkran is one of Thailand’s most important events and is celebrated by means of large-scale water fights—the music festival is no exception.
Since it was first introduced, S2O has grown to be one the biggest music festivals in the world, with people travelling from all over the globe to experience this unique party—think, blasts of cool water coupled with pulsating beats from the world’s top DJs
When: 11 to 13 April 2020
Where: Live Park (Rama 9), Bangkok, Thailand 10310
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S2O Festival
10. Siam Songkran Music Festival
The debut edition of Siam Songkran Music Festival takes place next April inside of Bangkok’s Show DC Arena, bringing to the fore a top-tier lineup of world-renowned EDM and hard-style icons to the nation’s capital. On the music front, look forward to the likes of Yellow Claw, Headhunterz, Alok and more across various stages scattered through the grounds.
The festival coincides with and celebrates Songkran, Thailand’s most famous festival and a key event on the Buddhist calendar. Scattered throughout the festival, you’ll find a wide array of interactive areas, including vintage markets and culture-based workshops that’ll allow you to learn basic Thai cooking and even Muay Thai.
When: 11 to 13 April 2020
Where: Show DC (Rama 9), Bangkok
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Siam Songkran
11. Sundancer Thailand
Sundancer is an all-inclusive annual event based in the dreamy island destination of Koh Phi Phi. The event runs officially over three days and combines a collection of underground dance parties with the wonders of a tropical getaway, meaning dancing against the backdrop of dramatic and unmissable landscapes and lush beaches. Sundancer has four ticketed events running over the course of the weekend, including a beach party, boat party/tour, night party and afterparty.
Artists that you can look forward to at this year’s event include the likes of Luke Alessi, Jordan Brando, Dean Turnley and many more. Party from dusk till you dawn both on land and on sea—just remember to bring extra sunblock!
When: 15 to 17 February 2020
Where: Phi Phi Island
12. Very Festival
Back at it again with yet another mind-blowing global gathering of music artists from around the world, Very Festival, organised by The Very Company—one of Thailand’s leading concert promoters—will be hosting another monumental music event in March 2020. The festival is set to feature British singer-songwriter, Bruno Major, alongside a repertoire of internationally-acclaimed acts as well as a myriad of local acts.
When: 14 March 2020
Where: Show DC Arena, Bangkok, Thailand
13. Wonderfruit Festival
A celebration of art, music, food and ideas, Thailand’s Wonderfruit Festival places sustainability and positivity at its core, creating one of the most socially and environmentally conscious parties in Asia. A festival that promotes ‘good vibes only’, look forward to a formidable list of curated artists, yoga, meditation, workshops and more.
Now in its seventh year, Wonderfruit returns to The Fields at Siam Country Club once again for another unforgettable journey of musical and artistic discovery in the picturesque Thai countryside of Pattaya. Grab your hipster crew and throw on some festival paint, because you won’t want to miss this unforgettable journey of musical and artistic discovery!
When: To be announced
Where: The Fields at Siam Country Club, Pattaya, Thailand
14. UnKonscious Festival
Held in Phuket, Thailand, UnKonscious Festival is widely hailed as the biggest trance event in Thailand. It sees the convergence of several world-renowned trance DJ’s for a 2-night-only trance party unlike any other. In fact, the event earned the top title on Trance Podium as Asia’s #1 trance music festival and #5 on the global scale.
Delivering two insane nights of pure trance mayhem, look forward to a host of Internationally renowned trance DJs. We’re talking about British-born, Avalon, Simon Patterson, Ferry Tayle, Dan Stone and more.
When: 6 & 7 February 2020
Where: Paradise Beach Club (Phuket), Muen-Ngern Road, Pa Tong, Kathu District, Phuket 83150, Thailand
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UnKonscious Festival
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