The announcement was made on Wednesday (Oct 1), confirming that the event will take place from Oct 26-31, 2026.
The successful bid was secured through collaboration between Bangkok Pride (Narumit Pride Co Ltd), the Foundation for Gender Rights and Justice (FOR-SOGI), and Phuket’s Andaman Power Association (Phuket Pride), beating out a rival bid from India.
The six-day conference is expected to draw between 200-400 in-person delegates, alongside online participants from InterPride’s more than 400 member organisations worldwide. The programme will include policy sessions, workshops, knowledge exchanges, cultural experiences, networking events, a gala dinner and special caucus-led pre-events focusing on trans and BIPOC communities.
Arun Chumaporn Waddao, co-founder of Bangkok Pride, called the announcement a “historic milestone” for Asia’s Pride movement.
“InterPride’s decision to hold its General Assembly and World Conference in Thailand and Asia for the first time is not only significant for the global Pride movement, but also for advancing gender equality and justice in our region,” Waddao said.
The selection comes as Thailand takes major legislative steps towards LGBTQ+ rights, including the recent passage of marriage equality laws, ongoing efforts for gender recognition legislation, and advocacy around sex worker rights.
Organisers emphasised that Phuket 2026 will not only showcase Thailand’s progress but also strengthen connections between Pride movements worldwide.
“We are confident that Phuket 2026 will be a crucial turning point, sparking unity, engagement, and lasting change for the Pride movement globally,” Waddao added.
The event is set to cement Thailand’s reputation as one of the region’s most LGBTQ+-friendly destinations while placing Pride Asia firmly on the global stage, said an official report of the announcement.