The first-ever EDC Thailand is nearly here! Be sure to check out the set times, maps, and other key information to make the most of your time under the electric sky in Phuket.
After months of anticipation and preparation, the moment we’ve been waiting for is finally here: EDC Thailand 2025 is happening in less than a week. The festival’s inaugural edition is set to take place on January 17-19, at Boat Avenue Lakefront in Phuket. With a lineup of exceptional artists, the three-day festival is set to be an unmissable event for any raver.
On Friday night, the kineticFIELD mainstage will be hosted by none other than the legendary Tiësto. Taking the stage before him are incredible stars like FISHER, Afrojack, Nicky Romero, and Kaaza.
Over at the circuitGROUNDS, Subtronics will close out the first day alongside artists like Crankdat, Black Tiger Sex Machine, Wooli, SAYMYNAME, and more. Other not-to-be-missed acts include Mish, Da Tweekaz, Coone, and Rooler, who will all be gracing stereoBLOOM while Fish56Octagon, Solardo, Luude, and more will be playing at the bionicJUNGLE.
Saturday evening will bring another round of unforgettable vibes and celebration. Dance music maestro Skrillex will headline the kineticFIELD after a b2b performance from Chris Lake and Sammy Virji. Additional headlining acts include MaRLo at circuitGROUNDS, SIDEPIECE at stereoBLOOM, and Hiroko Yamamura, who will bring the bionicJUNGLE to an epic close.
The Sunday grand finale will be one for the books. With all the best dance music acts in the mix, you’ll be completely spoiled with choices as The Chainsmokers will headline the kineticFIELD mainstage to close out the festival in style. Other top-tier acts who will perform on the final day include Illenium, Yellow Claw, R3HAB, Rezz, Dabin, 999999999, Alignment, Gorgon City, and LP Giobbi.
To help you gear up for the festival this year, we’ve compiled all the key details you’ll need to know ahead of time. If you’re looking to continue your adventure after EDC Thailand, make sure to check out our article on all the hidden gems and best things to see on the island.
EDC Thailand 2025 – Essential Info:
Dates: January 17-19, 2025
Hours: 3pm–12am daily
Venue Address: Soi Cherngtalay 2, Tambon Choeng Thale, Thalang District, Phuket 83110, Thailand
Tickets: Purchase HERE
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EDC Thailand 2025 – Set Times:
EDC Thailand 2025 – Location Map:
Boat Avenue Lakefront, Phuket
EDC Thailand 2025 – Shuttle Info:
EDC Thailand shuttles will run between select destinations around Phuket to and from the festival. All shuttles will pick up and drop off at the same location, a short walk from the EDC festival grounds. The exact location will be shared closer to the event and directly with all shuttle pass holders prior.
Please be sure to follow the festival transportation map and signage provided, and enter the correct destination queue for your pre-purchased route. All shuttles will be clearly labeled, and Shuttle Support Team members will be available to direct you to the correct loading area.
All shuttle riders will receive a QR ticket in advance and then receive a weekend wristband upon boarding the shuttle on day one of the festival. This wristband is to not be removed all weekend. Any lost or damaged wristbands will not be refunded or replaced. Treat these like your festival wristband! Shuttle passes will likely sell out in advance with limited or none available for purchase on festival days.
Shuttle vans will run continuously on the following schedule:
Departure: 1pm-9pm (daily)
Return: 11:30pm-2pm (daily)
Shuttles may have temporary waits to ensure full vehicle transfers. Please be mindful that shuttles will experience local traffic along all routes. We strongly recommend you arrive early and plan accordingly with enough buffer time to accommodate peak traffic hours on roads leading in and out of the festival. We can not guarantee or predict traffic wait times, so it is advised that you leave early and avoid peak rush hour times. Secure your shuttle pass here.
Arrival and Departure Tips:
- Not in a rush, and have some time to wait? Local food and beverage locations will be open in the Bang Tao surrounding neighborhood. Wind down your night at one of the many options, and wait for peak traffic to calm down over a late-night bite and drink.
- Expect local community traffic to peak between the hours of 4pm-7pm daily. Please leave with extra time ahead of your ideal arrival to avoid extended waits. Parking lots will be open at 12pm if you plan to arrive early, so you can take care of parking and get into the festival without missing a beat!
- Please carpool or use rideshare if possible, especially if you are a solo traveler. It’s not only good for the environment but will minimize the number of vehicles accessing the grounds and help get you parked and into the festival faster!
- Please follow directions from the event staff. This will help ensure smooth traffic flow and faster parking.
- Local roadways are limited to a few lanes in each direction. Please be mindful of the road as both a driver, passenger, or pedestrian walking to help minimize unnecessary traffic delays, and for the safety of yourself and others.
- Unless you are parking in the Skydeck, please utilize the first available lot on your entry route upon arrival to the festival area. Parking lots are accessible on both the western, southern, and eastern sides of the festival footprint to help limit unnecessary vehicle mobility and vehicle congestion on the local streets.
- Be sure to remember where you park your car! Pin your location and take pics of nearby landmarks and lot color signage.
- Don’t leave valuables in your car. Leave them at home, or carry them with you.
- Before arriving, fill up on gas to ensure you have a full tank at the end of the night for uninterrupted cruising back home.
EDC Thailand – Parking info:
General car parking and motorbike parking for both GA and VIP ticket types will be available in designated parking lot areas around the venue on a first-come, first-serve basis. All parking lots will be designated by a unique, color-based parking map to be shared closer to the event. All lots will be accessible by foot via designated walking paths to and from the main entrance and exit(s). Comfortable walking shoes are encouraged. Parking lots will open at 12pm daily. No overnight parking between show days will be allowed. Any vehicles left will be at risk of being towed at the owner’s expense.
EDC Thailand 2025 – Recommended Hotels:
Reminder To Mind Your Belongings:
Unfortunately, many recent festival-goers have reported pickpockets, bag slashings, and theft of wallets, smartphones, purses, and other valuables. While this small number of bad apples in the bunch doesn’t define an entire crowd, some opportunistic people come to these events to take advantage of unsuspecting partygoers. It’s essential to be mindful of your valuables while at EDC Thailand 2025.
Looking for tips to keep your belongings safe? Check our post highlighting some ideas!
EDC Thailand 2025 – Dos and Don’ts:
Permitted Items
- Deodorant
- Portable battery packs, E-cigs and vapes
- Festival totems or decorated pool noodles (see Totem Guidelines)
- Festival totems, banners, and handmade signs (no corporate or company-branded, and no hard flagpoles)
- Glowsticks and glowing or illuminated costumes or jewelry, LED poi and orbitals, Hula hoops (including LED hoops)
- NON-CLEAR (and clear) hydration packs with no more than two main compartments and one smaller compartment (must be empty upon entry)
- Non-professional flash and still cameras, handheld video devices under 6″ (Sony Action Cam, GoPro, etc.), and GoPro extendable poles
- Personal misting fan with a bottle no larger than 1.5 L (must be empty upon entry)
- Physician-prescribed medication that is not expired (must show physician’s prescription and consult with a safety officer upon entry)
- Reusable water bottles no larger than 1.5 L (must be empty upon entry)
- Sealed intranasal Naloxone
- Bags with or without handles or carrying straps are permitted
- Large purses, bags, and backpacks that do not exceed 12”x6”x12” (30cm x 15cm x 30cm). They do not need to be clear but can have no more than one pocket
Prohibited Items
- Aerosol products or cans
- Balls or Frisbees
- Costumes that resemble public safety uniforms (police, SWAT, fire, security, or medical)
- Drones, remote-controlled aircraft, or toys
- Drugs or drug paraphernalia
- Gas masks
- Glass, cans, cups, or coolers
- Illegal substances
- Laser pointers or air horns
- Markers, pens, or spray paint
- Massagers
- Outside food or beverages (including alcohol and candy)
- Over-the-counter medication
- Pets
- Professional photo, video, or audio recording equipment (no detachable lenses, tripods, big zooms or commercial-use rigs)
- Red-colored light-up wands, batons, or lightsabers
- Stickers, flyers
- Tents, large umbrellas, chairs, or blankets
- Toy guns, water guns, or slingshots
- Weapons of any kind (including pocket knives, pepper spray, fireworks, etc.)
- Wind chairs or sofas
Totem Guidelines
- Maximum height is 3 meters
- Totems must be made from a lightweight material (e.g. foam or PVC; no solid metal)
- Collapsible or telescoping camera extenders that follow the above guidelines are OK (if lightweight/hollow aluminum or polycarbonate)
- PVC, light wood, or aluminum poles must be no thicker than 1 inch in diameter
- Decorated pool noodles work great for easy entrance through security
- Inflatables attached to totems must be deflated upon entry
- Any item deemed dangerous will not be allowed
- Totems promoting illegal activity or hate speech will not be permitted. Please keep it PLUR (peace, love, unity, and respect)
