Big Mountain Festival Attendance Drops 50%; Four Major Issues Identified
Big Mountain Festival's attendance fell 50% last year due to poor facilities and conditions, with organizer Ped Yutthana committing to fix inadequate restrooms, dust problems, and other longstanding issues.
Organizer Ped Yutthana Bun-om has responded to growing concerns about Big Mountain Festival's declining attendance, which dropped significantly last year. He explained that although GMM Show now produces numerous events annually, requiring him to manage multiple projects rather than focus intensely on one, feedback from attendees has accumulated steadily about persistent problems—specifically inadequate restrooms, heavy dust at parking areas, and other issues. Ped acknowledged that while these complaints came gradually, they accumulated to the point where action became necessary.
The organizer emphasized that attendance, though reduced from previous years, remains substantial compared to other Thai music festivals, but has fallen below historical levels. Recognizing that simply ignoring the feedback or using old problem-solving methods would not suffice, Ped stated he needed to take the situation more seriously. He committed publicly to festival attendees and fans, saying: "I have heard what you are saying, and I acknowledge these are real problems. As the person responsible for Big Mountain and other GMM Show events, I must be clear: I accept there are real issues, and I have heard your concerns."
Ped emphasized his approach is not merely to listen but to actively resolve problems. Working with his team, they aim to make Big Mountain the best music festival possible and will address each issue collaboratively.
