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Bangkok's Ari plays host to ThinkFest 2026

Everyone is invited to walk, eat, listen, watch, shop, join workshops and rediscover a new version of themselves in Bangkok's Ari neighbourhood during "ThinkFest 2026 – Everybody Changes", which is running daily from 11am to 9pm, from tomorrow until Sunday.

Held by the Bangkok Metropolitan Administration and Phaya Thai District Office, together with BrandThink and a network of private-sector partners, this "creative hopping festival" invites people to explore Ari from a new perspective.

It's not simply a neighbourhood event but a new model for district-based urban development. Using the creative economy and soft power as key drivers, the festival turns Ari into a pilot area where the public sector, private partners, creators, entrepreneurs and local communities can co-create experiences together.

The festival aims to expand the perception of Ari beyond cafés, restaurants and offices, positioning the district as a creative neighbourhood where every soi has a story, every space offers an experience and every walk can lead to a new discovery.

A wide range of activities can be enjoyed in different ways throughout three days. The "Sauce Tour" will guide visitors through Ari's hidden gems and local favourites. They are encouraged to engage with a self-exploration experience around mental well-being, healing-inspired workshops and talk sessions at White Cloud, Ari Soi 3.

Film and content lovers can look forward to "BrandThink Cinema", which will premiere new titles; while "Tra-Lard By CheezeLooker" will bring the energy of street-fashion communities to sidewalks, street corners, walls and selected spaces across Ari, turning the area into a meeting point for people with style.

After dark, a variety of live performances will be presented at Gump's Ari, in collaboration with leading music labels. Also, get to know Ari more deeply through "Walk Ari By RollingRun", which shifts from the Run Club format into a neighbourhood walk.

To reserve tickets for selected special activities, visit restspace.me/event.

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