Songkran (Thai New Year)
FestivalMajor
สงกรานต์
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Details
- Country
Thailand- Scope
- Nationwide
- City
- bangkok
- Type
- Festival
- Gazetted
- No — not an official day off
- Month
- April 2026
- Long Weekends
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Business Impact
- Impact Description
- This is a cultural festival. Business hours may vary in the local area.
Notes
Thailand's new year water festival, famous for citywide water fights and temple visits.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is Songkran (Thai New Year) a public holiday in Thailand?
- Songkran (Thai New Year) is a Festival in Thailand, but it is not an official public holiday. Most businesses remain open.
- When is Songkran (Thai New Year) 2026?
- Songkran (Thai New Year) 2026 falls on April 13, 2026 – April 15, 2026.
- What is Songkran (Thai New Year) called locally in Thailand?
- Songkran (Thai New Year) is locally known as "สงกรานต์" in Thailand.
Source: Curated festivals (LLM)Manual