PHIST 2026 opens today in Phuket Town with 20+ sessions and Green Groove Expo
PHIST 2026 is taking place today at Courtyard by Marriott Phuket Town, turning one full day into a practical gathering on sustainable tourism, with 20+ workshops, masterclasses and panel sessions, plus an awards ceremony, a sustainable fashion show and the Green Groove Expo.
What is happening
PHIST stands for Phuket Hotels for Island Sustaining Tourism. For Phuket, this is less a conference in name only and more a working day for hoteliers, tourism operators, suppliers and service teams who shape how the island functions for visitors.
The event is scheduled for Monday, 7 September 2026, in Phuket Town, which means a busy business atmosphere around the venue throughout the day.
What is on the programme
- 20+ workshops, masterclasses and panel sessions
- PHIST Spotlight Awards ceremony
- Green Groove Expo with sustainability solutions and services
- a sustainable fashion show
Who should care
Hotel staff, tour operators, restaurant teams and related suppliers will get the most direct value. But the ripple effect is broader: conversations like this usually influence how Phuket talks about waste, energy, local sourcing and more careful resource use in everyday tourism.
Practical note
If you are travelling through Phuket Town today, allow extra time for traffic and parking near the venue. If you work in hospitality, this is a strong day for networking, because the most useful partnerships often start at events like this.
