Venue History | IMPACT Arena
HISTORY OF IMPACT ARENA
Built in 1997 to host the 13th Asian Games, Impact Arena was designed from day one to be a world-class, multi-purpose venue. Developed under the vision of Anant Kanjanapas and delivered with international expertise, the Arena set a new benchmark for large-scale entertainment infrastructure in Thailand.
Over nearly three decades, Impact Arena has become the heart of Thailand’s live event scene. With an internationally engineered acoustics, and high-load structural capability, the venue was built to accommodate global touring productions and complex technical requirements.
The 4,000-square-meter IMPACT Arena with a seating capacity of 12,000 attendees boasts a 24-meter high ceiling and is supported by world-class standards and services, creating unforgettable experiences across concerts, conferences, and major sporting events.
Since its inception, Impact Arena quickly became the go-to destination for landmark events in Thailand. Its diverse and high-profile events have firmly established it as one of Bangkok's premier venues, setting the stage for a legacy of distinction in the entertainment industry.
THE STORY OF IMPACT ARENA
1998
The origin of Impact Arena. Become a keys venue for the 13th Asian Games
2001
Beginning of music era Bakery The Concert, 1st music event at Impact Arena
2002 - 2005
Welcoming International Artist Roger Waters (Pink Floyd), Deep Purple, Red Hot Chili Pepper, Coldplay, Mariah Carey, Whitney Houston and Scorpions
2008
Most concert Attendances 10 Times of ‘Baab Bird Bird’ concert total of 100,000 PAX. Became a largest total number of concert attendance in Thailand at that time.
2011 - 2024
Destination of World Tour. X JAPAN, BIGBANG, Katy Perry, BRUNO MARS, GOT7, BLACKPINK and Billie Eilish
2025
Future of IMPACT ARENA IMPACT x LIVE NATION
IMPACT ARENA
THE PHENOMENA ORIGIN
Every moment from the arena ignites an IMPACT ARENA that ripples outward across the entire city.
Every sound, every emotion, and every experience converges into a powerful shockwave — an IMPACT that moves people and transforms countless lives.
Impact Arena welcomed over 703,190 attendees in 2025, reinforcing its position as one of the region’s most active large-scale entertainment venues. The Arena continues to attract major international touring productions, large-format local events, and high-impact brand experiences across multiple genres.
Today, Impact Arena sits at the centre of a major precinct in Nonthaburi and continues to evolve, supported by new transport links and a long-term joint venture with Live Nation that positions the venue for its next chapter of growth.