BANGKOK – Thailand’s Board of Investment (BOI) has granted incentives for the organization of the globally renowned Tomorrowland music festival in Chonburi province in December 2026. This marks the festival’s first entry into Asia and is projected to generate an economic impact of approximately 21 billion baht over a five-year period.

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The event will be organized by VR One World (Thailand) through a collaboration between Belgium’s TL International, affiliated with the Tomorrowland Group, and Thailand’s One Asia Ventures. With a daily capacity to host 50,000 attendees—a majority of whom are expected to be international visitors—Tomorrowland Thailand aims to significantly elevate the country’s profile as a global tourism and entertainment destination.

In addition to the festival itself, the partnership will establish the “Tomorrowland Academy,” a training initiative designed to develop the skills of Thai professionals in music production, event management, and related creative industries.

BOI approved investment promotion for https://t.co/OYoPiHLic1 (Thailand) to host the Tomorrowland festival in Thailand.

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BOI Secretary-General Narit Therdsteerasukdi highlighted the board’s ongoing efforts since 2024 to position Thailand as a hub for world-class events. The BOI has supported international event hosting by streamlining visa procedures and reducing tax burdens for foreign participants and organizers. These measures are intended to attract high-spending tourists, upgrade the tourism industry, and create valuable learning opportunities for local enterprises.

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Organizers and authorities anticipate that hosting Tomorrowland will deliver an unforgettable experience for attendees while reinforcing Thailand’s reputation as a premier destination for major international events. The festival is expected to provide substantial benefits across various sectors, including hospitality, retail, and local businesses.

-Thailand News (TN)