IMPACT and BITEC - Exhibition and Convention Centre Near Chidlom

Bangkok is a major metropolis with lots of attractions for visitors, from cultural or historic sightseeing, to amazing events happening at any moment in the city. Centre Point Chidlom is a top-pick accommodation for those visiting the city and one of the reasons is because it’s conveniently accessible for two of the largest event centres in Bangkok. With both event venues combined, you’ll have your choice between some of the best events happening around Bangkok.

IMPACT is located just north of the Bangkok city centre. It has a wide range of exhibition halls, auditoriums, a ballroom and arena, meeting rooms, and much more. Many of these facilities are capable of holding thousands of guests at a time. There is also a business centre, Kid’s play area, and a food court with a large selection of dine-in restaurants or international fast food choices. This makes it a great destination to visit even if you’re not attending any of the events happening here. Staying up-to-date with their events calendar is important because new things are happening in Bangkok all the time. You’ll get a great mix of exhibitions, trade shows, concerts, and expos at IMPACT. Since the IMPACT Arena is located right outside of the city, taking a taxi is the most convenient way to arrive. It will take around 30 minutes to arrive but it can vary with traffic so be sure to plan for the travel time.

BITEC is another one of the major event spaces in Bangkok that is accessible from Centre Point Chidlom. This venue is located in the Bang Na district of the city, just a skytrain ride away from the hotel property, getting on at the Chit Lom station and riding to Bang Na where you’ll find BITEC just steps away from the station. This space also hosts a number of events throughout their many facilities including exhibition halls, convention halls, and event halls. These rooms also can host thousands of guests, which is why BITEC has hosted some of the largest events that come to Bangkok. Events also vary at this venue, some lasting just a day while others may run for a few days to allow time to explore all that they have to offer. You can see a variety of public and private events, some requiring registration or invitation, other are free to just walk-in and check out.

The variety of events at these venues is one of the best parts about staying in Bangkok. Throughout your stay, there are should be events happening at each that can be great for families, business purposes, entertainment, or just spending a nice evening at their restaurants.