Get ready for a city-wide splash zone! Bangkok is celebrating Songkran in a big way from April 12-15, with festivities happening in 12 different locations. Grab your water gun – a toy gun and another symbol of this water festival – and join the fun, which includes traditional activities like paying respects to Buddha statues from five royal temples, walking through a holy water tunnel and the ritual of pouring water on religious statues.
This Songkran in Bangkok is a deep dive into Thai culture. Alongside the refreshing water festivities, visitors can explore vibrant local markets and witness displays of traditional arts such as muay talay (boxing on a pole above the water), muay tap chak (blind boxing on dried palm leaves), sword fighting and Thai chess.
The festive nostalgic spirit is alive in Bangkok's historic neighbourhoods. Discover the rich heritage of Chareon Nakhon and Chareon Krung through cycling and boat rides. On April 13-15, a special kayaking experience along the Phadung Krung Kasem Canal also provides a unique opportunity to connect with the riverside community and enjoy the flavours of Chinatown's Chaloem Buri Market .
Don't forget your water guns and non-slip sandals and here are the 12 areas where you can join the fun:
- Asiatique The Riverfront
- Chinatown Market Chaloem Buri
- Guan Yu Shrine Pier (Khlong San)
- Maharaj Pier
- Ong Ang Canal
- Sooksiam at IconSiam Pier
- Wat Arun
- Wat Bophit Phimuk
- Wat Kalayanamit
- Wat Phra Chetuphon
- Wat Prayurawongsawat
- Wat Rakhangkhositaram