SiamPaws (SiamPaws)

SiamPaws is a hotel-based furry convention held at The Emerald Hotel in Bangkok, Thailand. The event debuted in June 2025 with 429 participants and raised 71,220 THB for the Watchdog Thailand Foundation.

2026: A Fairy-Tale Ascent

Following a strong debut year with 429 attendees in 2025, SiamPaws returns for its June 6-7, 2026 convention with increased production value.

Operating inside The Emerald Hotel, the 2026 edition features a fairy-tale aesthetic titled "Once Upaws a Time, Long Long Ago!" This creative framing aligns with the convention's reputation for warmth, community focus, and Southeast Asian character, with panels, dance competitions, and Dealer's Den showcases planned.

How Do I Get to SiamPaws?

Bangkok is one of the most connected travel hubs in the region, making reaching SiamPaws practical:

• Flying (Suvarnabhumi & Don Mueang): International attendees will likely land at Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK), which connects to the city via the efficient Airport Rail Link (ARL). Regional fliers using budget airlines will arrive at Don Mueang International Airport (DMK), which also offers shuttle and rail connections into the city.
• The Bangkok MRT & BTS: The MRT (Subway) and BTS (Skytrain) systems bypass Bangkok's congested street traffic, pulling attendees efficiently into the core hotel zones.
• Ground Transit Warning: While Grab (rideshare) and Tuk-Tuks are useful, plan for significant traffic delays if moving by road during peak daytime hours.

Where Should I Stay for SiamPaws?

Choosing the right lodging in a city this large is important:

• Main Venue (The Emerald Hotel): A well-equipped property positioned to host the growing community. Because SiamPaws uses a hotel-hosted convention format, securing a room at the Emerald allows attendees to move from programming straight to their rooms without navigating the Bangkok heat.
• The Bangkok Grid: If the official block sells out, the surrounding neighborhood offers plentiful affordable backup hotels, condos, and street food.

Past Years

2025: Siam Tropical

The inaugural SiamPaws took place on June 7-8, 2025, featuring the vibrant, beach-inspired theme "Siam Tropical." While the event was a creative and community success, it was marked by a security incident on June 12, 2025, where the organizers transparently disclosed a ticketing system breach that exposed the data of 429 participants. This proactive disclosure has been widely praised by the community for its honesty and commitment to participant safety.

What Are the Highlights of SiamPaws?

• The Thai Flagship: An important and growing center for the Southeast Asian furry community.
• Steady Growth: Showing consistent attendance gains as it develops into a regional convention.
• Once Upaws a Time: A creative fairy-tale aesthetic for the June 2026 dates.
• Bangkok Destination: Hosted in the heart of Bangkok, combining a convention with one of Asia's most popular tourist destinations.