What is ADFEST?
Founded in 1998, ADFEST is Asia’s most celebrated international creative festival. It is the ideal place for the creative industry to gather, network, exchange ideas, and be inspired. It is the annual event not to be missed to stay at the forefront of the rapidly changing creative, marketing, and production industries.

As the beacon of Asian branded marketing communications creativity, ADFEST is the dynamic annual celebration of Asian cultures. It offers an unparalleled combination of learning, inspiration, and networking—no other regional event provides such a rich mix of industry forums, breakout sessions, cultural connectivity, and multi-event awards. At its heart, ADFEST is the place to meet and be inspired.

ADFEST is a non-profit-making entity that believes passionately in its role to nurture and support the creative industry in the Asia Pacific and MENA region. It is 1 of only 7 regional creative festivals included in the WARC Creative 100 Rankings, 1 of only 12 festivals included in the Campaign Brief Asia Creative Rankings, and 1 of 22 awards included in The Drum World Creative Rankings.

When & Where is it?
ADFEST 2026, under the theme “HUMAN+”, will be held Thursday 19^th – Saturday 21^st March 2026 at the Pattaya Exhibition and Convention Hall (PEACH), Royal Cliff Hotels Group, Pattaya, Thailand. Travel Tip: While Thailand is a warm tropical place, the festival venue is very well air-conditioned! So make sure you bring a jacket.

How far is Pattaya from Bangkok?
Pattaya is 160 km. from Bangkok, and it takes roughly 1.5 - 2 hrs. to get there from Bangkok though traffic in Thailand can be a little hard to predict.

How do I get there?
You can book your Transportation to Pattaya through our official service provider, SP Limousine. Please note that there are 2 airports in Bangkok: Suvarnabhumi Airport & Donmuang Airport, so be mindful when you make your transportation booking. Our supplier services both airports.

Will there be free internet access at the event venue?
Yes, there will be complimentary Wi-Fi internet in the PEACH festival venue.