Special Events

Tuesday, August 19 Events

Riverdale Golf Club

07:00 AM – 3:30 PM
Attire: Athletic/Golf
Come experience a world class golf course right in the heart of Bangkok – Riverdale Golf Club will host the IPIW 2025 attendees for a wonderful day on the greens. The Royal Thai Armed Forces planned an amazing opportunity for an entire day of networking mixed in with some competition and camaraderie amongst our SOF network. 
Itinerary:
  • Hotel Pick-up 7:00 AM (hotel breakfast buffet starts at 6:00 AM)
  • Grab and Go breakfast served
  • 20 minute shuttle from The Athenee to Riverdale Golf Club
  • Shotgun Start at 9 AM
  • Lunch provided
  • Hotel Drop-off 3:30 PM 

Recommend to bring: comfortable clothing and footwear, sun protection. 
Cost: $190
To Attend: Purchase tickets in advance via the Indo-Pacific Irregular Warfare Symposium registration portal.  Limited seats available.

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Riverdale Golf Club

Bangkok Sightseeing Tour

08:30 AM – 3:30 PM

Discover the rich culture, history, and vibrant energy of Bangkok with fellow Indo-Pacific 2025 attendees! The Royal Thai Armed Forces have arranged an incredible day of sightseeing — blending iconic landmarks, local flavors, and shared experiences with our global SOF network.

Itinerary:

  • Hotel Pick-up 8:30 AM
  • Hotel Drop-off 3:30 PM 

Recommend to bring: comfortable clothing and footwear, sun protection. 
Cost: Complimentary (hosted by the Royal Thai Armed Forces)
To Attend: Purchase tickets in advance via the Indo-Pacific Irregular Warfare Symposium registration portal.  Limited seats available

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Welcome Reception

Time: 6:30 – 8:30 PM

Location: Grand Hall, 2nd Floor, The Athenee

Attire: Business Casual

Join us on the first night of the conference for a welcome reception at the Grand Hall with food, drinks and multiple Thai cultural performances! The Royal Thai Armed Forces will showcase their band, a beautiful Thai dance, and a Muy Thai exhibition – all while kicking off a week of great networking with the SOF Community. 

Please ensure to have your badge to enter this event.

2.25 welcome reception

Adding an Optional Event

Instructions to add optional social events or meal tickets to your registration are as follows:


Click “Review Registration” above and log back into your registration using your email and confirmation number.
Once logged in select the “Modify Registration” button near the bottom of the page.
Click through your information and proceed to the Special Events page and/or Additional Items to add the above items to your registration.
Once selected, proceed to check-out and pay any needed fees by credit card.
Tip: If you encounter technical difficulties, we recommend using a non-government device, such as a personal computer or phone, to process this transaction.