Motor Expo 2026 Bangkok: 2–13 December at IMPACT, Free Entry with the App
Thailand's big year-end car show, Motor Expo 2026, returns to IMPACT Muang Thong Thani from 2 to 13 December 2026. Dates, tickets, activities and transport in one guide.
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Quick answer
Motor Expo 2026 runs from 2 to 13 December 2026 in Challenger Halls 1–3 at IMPACT Muang Thong Thani. It opens 12:00–22:00 (from 11:00 on weekends and holidays). Tickets cost 100 baht a day, or register in the official app for free entry from 3 to 13 December.
Key takeaways
- Motor Expo 2026 runs for 12 days, 2–13 December 2026, in Challenger Halls 1–3
- Tickets: 100 baht per day or 240 baht for 3 days online, or free entry via the app from 3 December
- 2 December is a charity day: the free pass does not apply
- Take the MRT Pink Line to IMPACT Muang Thong Thani station (MT01)
Contents
Motor Expo 2026 is Thailand's big year-end car show, and this 43rd edition runs from 2 to 13 December 2026 in Challenger Halls 1–3 at IMPACT Muang Thong Thani, just north of Bangkok. Doors open from noon to 10 pm (11 am on weekends and public holidays). A day ticket costs 100 baht, but if you register in the official app you can get in free from 3 December onwards. Here is everything you need to know before you go.
Motor Expo 2026 dates and venue
The show lasts 12 full days, opening on Wednesday 2 December and closing on Sunday 13 December 2026. Everything takes place in Challenger Halls 1 to 3 at IMPACT, Muang Thong Thani, Nonthaburi. This year's theme is all about variety: alongside cars you will find motorcycles and boats, spread over roughly 60,000 square metres, and every exhibitor space has already been booked.
| Days | Opening hours | Good to know |
|---|---|---|
| Wed 2 Dec (opening day) | 12:00–22:00 | Charity day, paid 100-baht ticket only |
| Weekdays 3–13 Dec | 12:00–22:00 | Free entry with the app pass |
| Weekends and holidays | 11:00–22:00 | Busy in the afternoon, arrive early |
Motor Expo 2026 tickets: price and free entry
There are two ticket types: a one-day pass for 100 baht and a three-day pass for 240 baht. Both are sold online only, with no box office at the door.
- Free entry with the app: install the official Motor Expo app, fill in the registration form and scan the QR code in the app at the entrance on any day from 3 to 13 December.
- Except opening day: Wednesday 2 December is a charity day, so the free pass does not work and you need a 100-baht ticket. The money goes to charity.
The app is also handy for browsing the cars on display, comparing specs between models and estimating monthly payments before you arrive, so you can head straight to the stands you care about.
What to do at Motor Expo 2026
Beyond simply walking the halls, there are several hands-on zones this year that work well for car fans and for families with children.
- Test drives: a dedicated area lets you get behind the wheel of new models.
- Skill Driving Experience: safe-driving training with instructors, plus a Junior version that teaches road discipline to kids.
- Spirit of the 4x4 Driving School: try a four-wheel-drive on a simulated off-road course.
- F1 in Schools: a STEM competition where students design and race model cars.
- Join Boat Platform: a zone for boats and life on the water.
- Classic cars: rare vintage vehicles from the Classic Car Association of Thailand.
Last year's show recorded 75,246 car bookings and 5,263 motorcycle bookings from around 1.5 million visitors, which is why brands tend to bring their strongest discounts and freebies of the year to this event.
Getting to Motor Expo 2026 by train or car
- MRT Pink Line: ride the main line to Muang Thong Thani station (PK10), then change to the branch line and get off at the terminus, IMPACT Muang Thong Thani (MT01), which opened in 2025. This is the easiest way to beat weekend traffic.
- Driving: set your navigation to "Challenger Hall, IMPACT". Do not confuse it with BITEC Bang Na, which is a different venue. Check the latest parking and shuttle details on the official site motorexpo.co.th before you leave.
Tips for a comfortable visit and a better deal
- Go on a weekday in the late afternoon, when the halls are far quieter than at weekends.
- Save the models you want to see in the app so you can plan your route through the halls.
- If you plan to book a car, bring your ID or passport and proof of income in case you want to apply for financing on the spot.
- Wear comfortable shoes, because the three halls together cover a very large area.
Motor Expo 2026 at a glance
In short: Motor Expo 2026 is in Challenger Halls 1–3 at IMPACT from 2 to 13 December 2026. Pay 100 baht, or use the free app pass from 3 December, and take the MRT Pink Line straight to the door. Find more events in the Events & Festivals section of Meeting Point.
Sources
- Motor Expo 2026 official website
- Sanook: Motor Expo 2026 dates (Thai)
- Bangkok Motorhaus: opening hours and tickets
- Thansettakij: MRT Pink Line Muang Thong Thani extension (Thai)
- Illustrative photos: Unsplash
FAQ
If I only have one day for Motor Expo 2026, which day should I pick?
Choose a weekday between 3 and 11 December in the late afternoon. The halls are much quieter and the free app pass works. Avoid 2 December if you do not want to pay, and skip weekends if you dislike crowds.
Who should buy the 240-baht three-day ticket?
Only visitors who do not want to register in the app and plan to go three times. It saves 60 baht over three day tickets, but the app gives free entry every day from 3 December, so a paid ticket is only really needed on the 2 December charity day.
Is it better to drive or take the MRT Pink Line to Motor Expo 2026?
On weekends the MRT Pink Line to IMPACT Muang Thong Thani station (MT01) is the better choice, as the roads around Muang Thong get jammed and car parks fill up early. If you drive, navigate to Challenger Hall at IMPACT, not BITEC Bang Na.
What is there for kids at the motor show?
The Skill Driving Experience Junior zone teaches road safety in a way children understand, and F1 in Schools shows students racing model cars they designed themselves, which is great for kids who like science.
I want to buy a car at the show. What should I bring?
Bring your ID or passport and proof of income for a finance application, compare the price and freebies for the same model across several stands, and read the booking terms on deposit refunds carefully before you pay.
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