MBK Center Presents Vision at Bangkok Bid Book Event to Host WorldPride 2030
MBK Center joined the Bid Book launch at the Bangkok Art and Culture Centre to support Bangkok's bid to host WorldPride 2030 and Thailand's MICE sector.
MBK Center shopping centre has joined in supporting Bangkok's bid to host WorldPride 2030 by participating in the recent press conference launching the Bid Book & 100 Voices: Road to Bangkok WorldPride 2030 at the Bangkok Art and Culture Centre. Information regarding the event was published on 20 October 2026 at 10:41 to announce Bangkok's readiness to step forward as the host city for a major global event. At the event, representatives from the public sector, the private sector, and networks from 58 cities across Thailand gathered to present their vision together.
Role of the Private Sector and the Organiser Network from 58 Cities
Representing the private sector supporting this historic journey, Saranya Charoensiri, Senior Marketing Director of Intelligent Creative & Marketing Co., Ltd., served as the representative sharing the vision, positioned fifth from the left on stage. The participation of MBK Center shopping centre reflects the business sector's commitment to jointly driving Bangkok towards its goal of hosting WorldPride 2030. The cooperation between the shopping centre and the organising partners therefore helps reinforce the city's image of readiness in terms of spaces to welcome visitors.
The press conference launching the Bid Book & 100 Voices: Road to Bangkok WorldPride 2030 was organised by Naruemit Pride Co., Ltd., the organiser of the Bangkok Pride Festival. In addition, it was held in collaboration with the Pride City Network from 58 cities across Thailand. The combined efforts of the 58-city network demonstrate a nationwide foundation of cooperation in support of Bangkok.
Announcement of Bangkok's Readiness by the Public Sector and Organisers
The opening ceremony of the press conference at the Bangkok Art and Culture Centre was officially presided over by Pornphrom N.S. Vikitsreth, Deputy Governor of Bangkok. Meanwhile, Ann Waaddao Chumaporn, Chairperson of the Bangkok Pride Working Group and Co-founder of Naruemit Pride, positioned sixth from the left, presented the vision and readiness of Bangkok. This press conference therefore marked an important direction in presenting the Bid Book & 100 Voices: Road to Bangkok WorldPride 2030 document to the public.
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Event Name | Bid Book & 100 Voices: Road to Bangkok WorldPride 2030 Launch Press Conference |
| Venue | Bangkok Art and Culture Centre |
| Publication Date | 20 October 2026 |
| Time | 10:41 |
| Organisers | Naruemit Pride Co., Ltd. and Pride City Network from 58 cities across Thailand |
| Co-supporters | MBK Center shopping centre and Intelligent Creative & Marketing Co., Ltd. |
Significance of the News for Event Organisers, Hotel Professionals and Tourists
Bangkok's ongoing bid to host WorldPride 2030 provides useful information for event organisers and professionals working in the international events sector who are planning for market demand. Hotel professionals and accommodation businesses in Bangkok, as well as across the 58-city network throughout Thailand, can follow this trend to prepare services for future travellers. Furthermore, tourists and those interested in city-centre activities can also follow updates on the event through the collaboration between the Bangkok Art and Culture Centre and MBK Center shopping centre.