The Maya Music Festival is among the most anticipated festivals in Thailand. It’s a grand celebration of music, attracting lots of people from various parts of the world. Also, it has only grown larger
over the last few years.
When it comes to the music festivals in Thailand, Maya is inarguably the wildest and most vibrant one among them. What’s more, it has been listed among the major cultural festivals in Southeast Asia. Established in 2015, it’s a Neo-modern musical event that boasts a fusion of traditional Thai culture and contemporary electronic music of the West. It attracts thousands of people from all across the world, making an amazing platform for cultural globalization.
The festival is usually held in January/February in the coastal city of Pattaya.
What to expect at Maya Music Festival?
To be precise, Maya offers a real escape from the regular, monotonous world. It expands to two to four stages, combining different genres of music, such as Live Stage, EDM Stage, Trap Stage, and Pool & After Party. It has featured many globally renowned artists like Alan Walker, Dash Berlin, DJ Illenium, Kodaline, Thaitanium, Da Endorphine, Cocktail, and others.
The festival is characterized by neon lights, electrifying sounds, and an enthusiastic crowd. It has a 26-meter-tall stage that resembles Hanuman (the monkey king of Thai legend). It hosts music and dance performances, which include both local and international artists. Besides, it exhibits various stories from Thai mythology.
It boasts a vibrant atmosphere, filled with liveliness, enthusiasm, and madness. Also, the area is home to numerous stalls selling lots of items at a reasonable price. Moreover, it serves delicious dishes (both Thai & Western) that will satiate both your soul and your appetite.
It has different prices for tickets.
Maya has different rates for tickets, which change every year. The general passes are usually available at 3,500 – 3,700 baht for a 2-day “first come, first served” basis. Then, the prices go up to about 7,000 baht, which is for a limited people. The VVIP Platinum Table passes are priced at about 200,000 baht and offer a private entry line, private toilet, and more.
Good to know
The festival is held for two days. Passes can be booked online.
It attracts mostly adults (above the age of 18) from all corners of the world.
It’s restricted to take food & water from outside into the festival premises.
