'centralwOrld Bangkok Countdown 2025 - The Original' shattered records as over 1.5 million participants celebrated at countdown events across Thailand, reinforcing Central Pattana's position as the nation's leading creator of landmark New Year's celebrations. Held at Central World, often referred to as the Times Square of Asia, the event attracted over 300,000 attendees in Bangkok alone, alongside simultaneous celebrations at 17 branches nationwide. The scale and success of this year's event reflect Thailand's growing influence on the global stage. The countdown was broadcast live internationally via CNN and featured on Times Square, New York for the sixth consecutive year, showcasing Thailand's vibrant energy and creative power to audiences worldwide.
A Testament to Thai Craftsmanship and World-Class Production
From state-of-the-art lighting and sound design to performances by over 500 Thai artists, every element of the event was crafted by Thai talent, underscoring the country's ability to deliver world-class entertainment. The event wasn't just a celebration - it was a display of Soft Power and a platform to elevate Thai artists to the global stage.
The No.1 Countdown Landmark Across All Regions
Central Pattana's countdown celebrations spanned every corner of Thailand, covering key cities like Bangkok, Chiang Mai, Phuket, Khon Kaen, Nakhon Ratchasima, and Hat Yai. These events created excitement that united the nation, with fireworks illuminating the skies and live performances electrifying crowds.
Unprecedented Reach and Engagementฃ
- 300,000+ attendees at Central World in one day - stimulating the economy and drawing massive foot traffic to the Ratchaprasong district. Chinese tourists ranked as the largest group of tourist attendees, aligning with the statistics of international tourists visiting Thailand, according to the Tourism Authority of Thailand.
- 50 million views across social media platforms globally and nationwide.
- No.1 trending on X (Twitter) in Thailand with 3 hashtags: #CountdownCTW2025xLingOrm, #CountdownCTW2025xFB, and #CountdownCTW2026xZeeNunew
- 6.5 million posts on X (Twitter) during the countdown - showcasing the celebration's popularity and widespread engagement.
Thailand on the Global Stage
- Six consecutive years of featuring on Times Square, New York - representing Thailand's countdown alongside the world's most iconic celebrations.
- CNN live broadcasts of Central World's countdown and fireworks brought Thailand's New Year's Eve to a global audience.
Empowering Thai Artists and Soft Power
Central Pattana's countdown stage has become a stepping stone for Thai artists, with stars like PP-Krit, Billkin-Putthipong, Freen-Sarocha, Becky-Rebecca, and BUS because of you I shine launching their careers from this iconic platform. Central Pattana continues to support and propel Thai talent onto the international stage.
Driving Economic Growth and Tourism into 2025
Aligned with government initiatives to stimulate tourism and the economy, Central Pattana's Festive Landmark strategy will continue in 2025. This initiative aims to boost spending, promote domestic tourism, and attract 40 million foreign visitors in line with Thailand's tourism targets, driven by Mr. Surawong Thienthong, Minister of Tourism and Sports.
Central Pattana's countdowns go beyond celebration - they serve as key drivers of economic growth and tourism, reinforcing Thailand's position as a top global destination for world-class events.