Bangkok’s Sanam Luang is set to become the heart of Thailand’s Maha Songkran World Water Festival 2025, marking the country’s first Songkran celebration since the festival was added to UNESCO’s list of Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity.
The event, running from 11-15 April, will take over Sanam Luang and Ratchadamnoen Road, promising large-scale water fights, cultural showcases, and live entertainment in what organisers are calling Thailand’s most ambitious Songkran celebration yet.
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Among the festival’s highlights is the Songkran Pavilion of Five Regions, offering visitors a chance to experience unique traditions from across the country. Other key attractions include a grand parade, an EDM water festival, and a drone light show featuring more than 1,200 drones illuminating the night sky against the backdrop of Wat Phra Kaew. Thai and international visitors can also expect live concerts featuring Jeff Satur, Polycat, Joey Boy, and Bodyslam, as well as traditional merit-making, sand pagoda building, and an expansive Thai street food market.
Beyond Bangkok, Songkran festivities will take place across Thailand, with major celebrations in Chiang Mai, Nong Khai, Khon Kaen, Chonburi, Nakhon Si Thammarat, Hat Yai, and other cities throughout April.
Organisers say this year’s event will showcase Thailand’s cultural heritage on a global stage, reinforcing Songkran’s status as one of the world’s most vibrant and unique New Year celebrations.
