Bangkok Illustration Fair 2026: Discover Art, Meet Artists & Get Creative at centralwOrld
Bangkok Illustration Fair 2026: Discover Art, Meet Artists & Get Creative at centralwOrld
Calling all art lovers, creative souls and anyone looking for something inspiring to do in Bangkok! 🎨✨
Bangkok Illustration Fair 2026 (BKKIF 2026) returns from 22–25 October 2026 at centralwOrld PULSE, bringing together talented illustrators from Thailand and around the world for four days of art, exhibitions, creative workshops and exciting opportunities to connect with artists.
Whether you’re an art enthusiast, an aspiring illustrator or simply looking for a unique experience in Bangkok, there’s plenty to discover at this year’s fair.
Meet Five Special Guest Artists
One of the highlights of BKKIF 2026 is the opportunity to explore the work of five guest artists, each bringing their own distinctive style and creative perspective.
This year’s guest artists include Nithi Sthapitanonda, a National Artist in Architecture known for his line drawings; Tum Ulit, a Thai illustrator and storyteller whose work explores the relationship between happiness and sadness; POD (Thanachai Ujjin) of Moderndog, who also expresses himself through visual art; Vikki Zhang, a Chinese artist and illustrator blending Eastern and Western artistic influences; and Martcellia Liunic, a Jakarta-based artist known for her colourful, playful and imaginative illustrations.
Explore Exhibitions, Workshops & Creative Activities
Beyond the exhibitions, BKKIF 2026 offers a variety of activities for visitors to enjoy.
Discover the BKKIF Candidate Showcase, featuring works by artists who applied to this year’s fair, and take part in creative workshops by Folio, Make Some Notes and StoeyP.
Visitors can also attend talk sessions featuring creative professionals, artists and international illustration fair organisers, sharing their experiences and insights into the creative industry.
For aspiring illustrators, Portfolio Review offers an opportunity to receive feedback from invited artists and lecturers, while B2A Matching connects artists with potential business partners and creative opportunities.
A Special Opportunity for Students
Students interested in pursuing Visual Communication Design, Graphic Design, Digital Media or Animation can also look forward to TCAS Portfolio Lab.
Organised by Central Tham and BKKIF, the programme offers selected Grade 12 students free one-on-one portfolio preparation workshops with mentors, along with complimentary admission to BKKIF 2026.
Event Details & Tickets
📅 Dates: 22–25 October 2026
📍 Venue: centralwOrld PULSE, 7th Floor, centralwOrld, Bangkok
⏰ Opening Hours: 11:00 AM – 8:00 PM
(The fair opens at 2:00 PM on 22 October.)
🎟️ Admission:
• One Day Pass: ฿150 per person, valid for one day of your choice.
• NOMA Buddy Pass: ฿300 for two people, including two special limited-edition gifts illustrated by South Korean artist NOMA.
• On-site tickets: ฿200 per person.
• Free admission for children under 130 cm tall.
Special Treat: The first 200 visitors through the doors each day will receive a complimentary POY-SIAN inhaler featuring an exclusive BKKIF 2026 package design.
🎫 Book your tickets online via Eventpop:
https://eventpop.me/s/bkkif2026
If you’re looking for an art-filled day out in Bangkok, Bangkok Illustration Fair 2026 is a wonderful opportunity to discover new artists, find inspiration and experience the creative community up close.
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