Siam Piwat Organises MICE Events for IMF Delegates in October 2026

Siam Piwat Group is moving forward with full preparations to welcome delegates to the Annual Meetings of the Boards of Governors of the International Monetary Fund and the World Bank Group 2026, or The IMF World Bank Group Annual Meetings 2026. This global meeting will take place from 12 to 18 October 2026 in Bangkok. These preparations serve to showcase the potential of Thailand's MICE industry through a series of activities and exhibitions at Siam Paragon and ICONSIAM, aiming to present Thai art, culture, innovation and identity to leaders and business delegates from 191 countries worldwide.

Participation in Driving the Economy on the International Stage

Senior executives of Siam Piwat Group have reinforced their stance on urban development by sharing their vision on an international stage held in parallel with the main meetings. Chadatip Chutrakul, Chief Executive Officer, participated in the CNN Global Perspectives In Bangkok panel discussion to exchange views on the future of cities and Thailand's role in a global context. Furthermore, Siam Piwat Group is also acting as a partner for the Future Ready Economy 2026 event, held at NEXHALL, Siam Paragon. This activity focuses on driving conversations about long-term sustainable investment and the economy.

Art and Culture Exhibitions and Activities at Siam Paragon

Siam Paragon, as a city-centre landmark, is preparing to host The Art of Royal Craft Explore Thai Heritage Experience to grandly present Thailand's cultural heritage. Attendees can visit the exhibition by the SUPPORT Foundation, which showcases high-level handicrafts and works by national artists at the Living Hall, 3rd Floor. The event also features workshop activities allowing participants to make Khon mask-patterned fabric bags, craft paper dolls and create Thai-style fragrances from herbs to take home as souvenirs.

The 1st and 3rd floors of the shopping centre will also display Thai silk from the Amazing Thailand Global Thai Silk Exhibition by the Tourism Authority of Thailand, which gathers design works from international designers across over 100 countries. Meanwhile, at NEXTOPIA on the 5th Floor, The Sustainable Arts and Crafts Institute of Thailand is preparing to host the Future Craft Experience to present wickerwork and art made from natural materials from 17 to 18 October 2026. On the final day of the event, an exclusive workshop will be held in collaboration with a global brand to reflect the connection between Thai craftsmanship and international art.

Experience Contemporary Thai Lifestyles by the Chao Phraya River at ICONSIAM

ICONSIAM has prepared to welcome VIPs under the concept Discover Thailand's Timeless Heritage at ICONSIAM, aiming to present the charm of contemporary Thai culture in a historical area by the Chao Phraya River. An unmissable highlight is The Royal Barge Experience exhibition, which narrates the grandeur and beauty of the Royal Barge Procession. This special exhibition is held at ICONLUXE, M Floor, and is open to interested visitors from today until 8 November 2026.

The content in this press release is of interest to international event organisers, public and private sector agencies related to the tourism industry, as well as the general public and hotel professionals who wish to follow the developments of global events hosted in Thailand. The information on various exhibitions and activities will be beneficial for planning visits and study tours during this period.