A Celebration of Athleticism: Delight in the 33rd SEA Games 2025 in Thailand
The Land of Smiles once again captures the attention of the world as Thailand welcomes athletes and sports enthusiasts across Southeast Asia for one of the region’s most anticipated athletic occasions: the 33rd SEA Games 2025. It will mark the seventh time Thailand has hosted the event since 1959. Thailand holds a special place in the history of the SEA Games. It was one of its founding members in 1958 along with Myanmar, Cambodia, Laos, Malaysia, and the Republic of Vietnam.
What Are the SEA Games 2025?
Taking place from 9 to 20 December 2025, the SEA Games are a multi-sport event for athletes from 11 countries in Southeast Asia. The participating countries are Brunei, Cambodia, Indonesia, Laos, Malaysia, Myanmar (Burma), Philippines, Singapore, Thailand, Timor-Leste (East Timor), and Vietnam. The competition is governed by the Southeast Asian Games Federation and supported by the International Olympic Committee and the Olympic Council of Asia.
Officially titled “SEAGAMES Thailand 2025”, this year’s games will be hosted by Thailand. The event will be hosted across Bangkok, Chonburi, and Songkhla. Each province has prepared world-class facilities to accommodate athletes and spectators from all over ASEAN. For visitors and sports enthusiasts, it’s an unmissable opportunity to witness the very best of Southeast Asian athleticism while exploring the diverse beauty of Thailand.
Sports Played in the 33rd SEA Games 2025
Offering something every spectator can enjoy, the 33rd SEA Games 2025 will feature a diverse array of sports. Fans can look forward to a highly dynamic line-up, witnessing both Olympic-level sports and traditional regional favorites like Sepak Takraw and Muay Thai. Each athletic event will showcase the diversity and talent of Southeast Asia’s finest athletes. This will serve as a significant platform to foster relationships and strengthen unity across countries in a sustainable way.
The sports that will be played in the SEA Games are as follows:
| Air Sports | Cricket | Ice Skating | Pencak Silat | Tennis |
| Aquatics | Cycling | Judo | Petanque | Teqball |
| Archery | Equestrian | Ju-jitsu | Rowing | Triathlon |
| Athletics | Esports | Kabaddi | Rugby | Tug of War |
| Baseball & Softball | Extreme Sports | Karate | Sailing | Volleyball |
| Basketball | Fencing | Kickboxing | Sepak Takraw | Weightlifting |
| Badminton | Floorball | Mixed Martial Arts | Shooting | Woodball |
| Billiards & Snooker | Flying Discs | Modern Pentathlon | Squash | Wrestling |
| Bowling | Golf | Muay | Table Tennis | Wushu |
| Boxing | Gymnastics | Netball | Taekwondo | Football and Futsal |
| Chess | Handball | Hockey |
Chonburi’s Role in the SEA Games 2025
A portion of this year’s SEA Games will be held in the Chonburi province where Pattaya is located. While the specific dates and which venues they are taking place at are still being finalised, fans can expect to see thrilling competition over Air Sports, Aquatics, Billiards & Snooker, Cycling, Equestrian, Extreme Sports, Golf, Handball, Hockey, Modern Pentathlon, Rowing, Sailing, Shooting, Teqball, Triathlon, Weightlifting, Woodball and Football and Futsal.
How to Get to SEA Games Venues in Chonburi
With the Royal Wing Suites prime location, you are either under an hour or just about an hour’s drive from any venue where the games are taking place. With our offered transportation services, getting to and from each venue will be a breeze. We provide a variety of cars with professional drivers who are ready to assist you in every way, and it only requires a minimum 1-day advance booking. The venues for the SEA Games are as follows:
- Thailand National Sport University Chonburi (มหาวิทยาลัยการกีฬาแห่งชาติ วิทยาเขตชลบุรี)
- Khao Kheow Open Zoo (สวนสัตว์เปิดเขาเขียว)
- Ambassador City Jomtien Pattaya (โรงแรมแอมบาสซาเดอร์ ซิตี้ จอมเทียน พัทยา)
- Chonburi Sports School (โรงเรียนกีฬาจังหวัดชลบุรี)
- Chonburi Stadium (สนามกีฬากลางจังหวัดชลบุรี)
- Eastern National Sport Training Center (ศูนย์ฝึกกีฬาภาคตะวันออก)
- Indoor Athletics Stadium Pattaya (สนามกีฬาในร่มองค์การบริหารส่วนจังหวัดชลบุรี)
- Jomtien Beach Pattaya (หาดจอมเทียน พัทยา)
- Nongkho Reservoir (Air Sport Venue) อ่างเก็บน้ำนองโค (กีฬาทางอากาศ)
- Ocean Marina Yacht Club (โอเชียนมารีน่า ยอชต์คลับ)
- Royal Thai Fleet Golf Course, Sattahip (สนามกอล์ฟกองเรือยุทธการ)
- Samudara Klia Yachting Center, Sattahip (ศูนย์สมุทรกีฬาสัตหีบ)
- Siam Country Club Pattaya (สยามคันทรีคลับ พัทยา)
- Thai Polo & Equestrian Club Pattaya (ไทยโปโล แอนด์ อีเควสเทรียน คลับ พัทยา)
- Thailand National Sport University Chonburi (มหาวิทยาลัยการกีฬาแห่งชาติ วิทยาเขตชลบุรี)
- Leam Mae Phim, Klaeng district (แหลมแม่พิมพ์ อำเภอแกลง)
- The Royal Thai Navy Rowing and Canoeing Training Center (ศูนย์ฝึกพายเรือ กองทัพเรือ)
Stay Close to the Heart of the Games
An award-winning 5-star hotel in Pattaya, the Royal Wing Suites & Spa offers the ideal blend of sumptuous comfort and coastal elegance with our ocean-facing suites. We’re located close to the heart of Pattaya City, making our beachfront oasis an ideal hub to travel from to follow the games across the Chonburi province. Whether you’re a zealous sports fan or simply a leisure guest drawn to the energy of the SEA Games, your stay at Royal Cliff ensures every moment of your trip feels both memorable and indulgent.
To reserve your stay with us, please send an email to [email protected] or call 038 250 421. You can also chat with us directly via LINE (@royalcliff) or WhatsApp (+66842289596) to secure your booking.
