Thingyan Water Festival
သင်္ကြန်
Details
- Country
Myanmar- Scope
- Nationwide
- Type
- Public Holiday
- Gazetted
- Yes — official day off
- Month
- April 2026
- Long Weekends
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Business Impact
- Impact Level
- Offices Closed
- Impact Description
- Government offices, banks, schools, and most businesses are typically closed.
- Planning Lead Time
- Start 3 months before
Notes
Myanmar New Year Water Festival. The biggest holiday — 4-5 day celebration with water throwing, cleansing rituals, and nationwide revelry. Effectively shuts down the country.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is Thingyan Water Festival a public holiday in Myanmar?
- Yes, Thingyan Water Festival is an official public holiday in Myanmar. Government offices, banks, and most businesses are typically closed.
- When is Thingyan Water Festival 2026?
- Thingyan Water Festival 2026 falls on April 13, 2026 – April 16, 2026.
- What is Thingyan Water Festival called locally in Myanmar?
- Thingyan Water Festival is locally known as "သင်္ကြန်" in Myanmar.