Pattaya to Host 10th International Bikini Beach Race Oct 31

Pattaya City is preparing to host the Pattaya International Bikini Beach Race 2026, a 5-kilometer run along the beach on October 31, celebrating the event's 10th anniversary with an expected 30 countries participating.

On October 27, 2026 (27 Oct 69), Deputy Mayor Krisana Boonsawat chaired a coordination meeting for the Pattaya International Bikini Beach Race 2026. Attendees included Chutima Jiramongkol, President of the Pattaya Business and Tourism Association (PCBTA); Pol. Lt. Col. Amorntep Mai-ma, Traffic Inspector of Pattaya City Police; representatives from Central Pattaya; and other relevant agencies.

The event is a collaboration between Pattaya City, PCBTA, and Central Pattaya. It is scheduled for Saturday, October 31, on Pattaya Beach in front of Central Pattaya, covering a 5-kilometer distance. Organizers expect over 5,000 runners and spectators from more than 30 countries to join the 10th-anniversary celebration of this international race.

This year's highlight blends Halloween festival colors, with runners released around 5:30 PM, followed by a Glow Party & Beach Concert at the Sunken Plaza on the G floor of Central Pattaya, featuring artist "Laem Sompol" under the concept "RUN THE WAVE. OWN THE NIGHT," adding fun with a luminous party and music by the sea.

Regarding venue preparation, Pattaya City emphasizes safety along the entire route, especially road-crossing points, with officials deployed to facilitate and control traffic. The city has also coordinated with beach chair operators at Locks 65-73 and 74 to store equipment after 8:00 PM on October 29-30 and suspend operations on October 31 before resuming normal service on the morning of November 1.

Interested participants can register at https://race.thai.run/bikinirun2026, with the first 500 registrants receiving a 200-baht cash voucher.