Bangkok could be quite deserted since many residents opt to travel outside the city during Songkran. Nevertheless, the metropolis won’t lack excitement throughout this extended break, thanks to numerous shopping centers, temples, and popular sites organizing an array of spectacular festivities and enjoyable happenings to ensure that celebrating Songkran in town remains just as thrilling. Below are some suggested events for visitors to explore.
Iconsiam Thai Iconic Songkran Festival 2025
Until April 16, at Iconsiam located on Charoen Nakhon Road.
Organized with the theme "A Joyful Splash at the Great Songkran Festival: A Flow of Thai Charms," this event aims to provide an authentic Thai-themed experience for both local and foreign visitors. It encourages everyone to explore Thailand’s vibrant cultural heritage through enjoyable and secure festivities. The festival encompasses numerous activities that highlight the distinctive grandeur of Songkran across various aspects.
The main attraction is a towering 9-meter high water tower featuring impressive special effects located within River Park. Kids will find themselves immersed in secure and thrilling water games inside the children’s area. Additionally, there is a “Drying Off Zone” where visitors can use air blowers to dry their bodies and hair as well as change into fresh clothing prior to engaging further in shopping, eating, and various entertainment options available onsite.
In addition to offering libations over a marble Buddha statue for good fortune and participating in the "Rod Nam Dam Hua" ritual as a sign of reverence towards seniors, guests have the opportunity to construct sand stupas at Iconsiam Park on the second level. This area features an impressive sand artwork created by a prominent sand artist.
Additionally, get ready for an impressive Songkran procession with celebrity appearances each day at 4 pm until Sunday, highlighting the essence of Songkran festivities. Over 300 renowned musicians representing different musical styles have been scheduled to entertain audiences with short concerts starting from 6 pm every evening.
At Soksiam, concurrently, the "Soksiam Grand Songkran Extravaganza" offers an illuminated water tunnel with vivid lighting, colors, and sound effects located near the Central Area Pond. Here, visitors can also have the opportunity to venerate a standing Buddha statue borrowed from Wat Saket.
Next, immerse yourself in the vibrant ambiance of Lanna heritage and savor a classic khantoke dinner with genuine northern Thai cuisine. Or, you can relish regional delicacies from across Thailand along with purchasing local goods and invigorating meals offered by the Pracharat Rak Samakkhi Social Enterprise.
Thai Beat Songkran Celebration 2025
Starting tomorrow until April 14 at CentralWorld along Ratchadamri Road
Considered among the most spectacular Songkran festivities in Bangkok, this occasion merges traditional water fights with an international music festival featuring more than 300 performers nationwide, running continuously each day starting at 1 PM.
The lineup features Joey Boy, Kratae Rsiam, Proxie, D Gerrard featuring Zbing Z, Jazz Spooknick alongside Papiyong Kook Kook, Lamyai Haithongkham, Singto Namchok, Taitosmith, Ja Nongpanee, and Zolar from "The Voice."
Join in the incredibly enjoyable Thai experiences at Bangkok’s most stylish venue featuring traditional Ramwong dancing, female participants in the dunking tank activity, and an enormous water slide designed to infuse excitement and joy into the city center.
Additionally, you can look forward to seeing the pair of Freen and Becky, who will make their first appearance as Songkran goddesses on Sunday at 3 pm. Following this, there will be a special show by Bilkin on April 14th, again at 3 pm.
Next up, enjoy "FWD Music Live Fest 4," a complimentary Songkran celebration featuring an array of musical performances. This event will showcase more than 60 T-pop and J-pop performers each day from 1 p.m. to 10 p.m., running from April 18th through April 20th. Featured acts include Jeff Satur, Proxie, 4EVE, Three Man Down, Tilly Birds, Perses, The Toys, Tattoo Colour, Pretzelle, Zolar, and Wolf Howl Harmony.
The festival is included in Central Pattana’s “Thailand’s Songkran Celebration 2025,” featuring an array of cultural and entertaining events across all Central department stores up until April 20th.
Bangkok Unites, Lagoon Echoes Songkran Beats
In One Bangkok at Rama IV Road, up until April 15.
Redefining the core of Bangkok as a lively sanctuary modeled after a lagoon, this gathering merges the revitalizing spirit of water with modern Thai artistic expressions and cultural richness, providing an array of experiences across four unique sectors.
The "Enchanted Forest" alongside One Bangkok Boulevard features an urban setting around a verdant lagoon. Guests can revitalize their bodies and spirits through therapeutic sound baths and indulge in neck, shoulder, and back massages provided by Rlax at the activity pavilion.
In "Flow Paradise" located within One Bangkok Park, visitors have the opportunity to experience vibrant evening dances with performances by famous musicians and disc jockeys. These events feature advanced audio-visual technology on an impressive stage starting at 6 pm. The venue offers refreshing beverages at the Tropical Bar, and kids can delight in playful colored installations.
"The Floating Vibes" event at Storeys Square features a vibrant marketplace brimming with handcrafted goods and artistic pieces. Meanwhile, "Harmony Village" at Parade Square showcases revered Buddha statues sourced from notable temples in Ayutthaya, allowing guests to partake in traditional bathing rituals for blessings. Additionally, DIY crafting sessions are offered exclusively to One Bangkok members, complemented by a pop-up market showcasing contemporary Thai fashion and distinctive creations from Sarapad Thai.
Thai Hansa Maha Songkran
At Benjasiri Park and Emsphere along Sukhumvit Road, the event runs until April 16.
Celebrated as the most magnificent Songkran festivity in the midst of Sukhumvit, this event offers an array of engaging Thai cultural activities along with exciting water fights for the summertime fun.
In front of Emsphere is "Em District Summer Republic 2025," an event allowing participants to beat the heat by splashing around in a 50-meter long water tunnel, all while being entertained by spectacular lighting effects and energizing DJ sets.
Alternatively, join the vibrant Songkran celebrations featuring renowned DJs and artists, along with special food and drink offers at "Em Wonder Summer Spirit," held at Wonder Space on the fifth floor.
A variety of entertainment can be enjoyed at the close-by Benjasiri Park where several prominent artists will take the stage from tomorrow until April 14th, between 3 PM and 9 PM daily. Featured performers include Burin Boonvisut, Ja Nongpanee, along with The Paradise Bangkok Molam International Band.
Visitors to Emsphere, Emporium, and EmQuartier will be enveloped in a modern interpretation of Thai-themed summer aesthetics, featuring art installations, traditional crafts, and contemporary artwork adorning the interiors of these three shopping centers. Various engaging events have been organized up until April 31st for added enjoyment.
The Mall Lifestore Songkran Festival 2025: An Epic Celebration of Songkran
Across all locations, up until April 16
Lifestore Bangkae Mall serves as an attraction during Songkran celebrations in west Bangkok, featuring a sandy beach-themed area spanning approximately 15 meters and a lengthy waterslide tunnel measuring more than 20 meters, located within M Green Park and M Lifestyle Hall on the first level. Visitors can enjoy dancing in the water accompanied by tunes played by a DJ and participate in the “Dashing Dudes Dive” challenge every day between 4 PM and 9 PM.
Experience "Songkran Splash Fest" at the Harbor Floating Water Park on the third floor of the Bangkapi location tomorrow and Sunday starting at 1 p.m. Additionally, participate in a stylish competition across three engaging themes — “Children’s Summertime Wish,” “Family Summer Joy,” and “Summerscape Fantasia” — scheduled for April 16 at M Space on the ground level. The total prize money exceeds 200,000 Thai Baht.
The events scheduled across all locations encompass summer beach ball activities for children, a music festival headlined by renowned artists, and an exclusive meet-and-greet opportunity with celebrity icons. Additionally, families can enjoy traditional Thai games and participate in various workshops. There will also be presentations of classical Thai dances and cultural shows performed by student groups. On Sundays and specifically on April 14th, multiple sessions of a lengthy drum procession will commence at midday.
Songkran Mega Rich
Until April 15, at Megabangna, located on Bang Na-Trat Road.
Scheduled as a Songkran celebration site in East Bangkok, the event merges conventional Thai traditions with contemporary artistic elements under the theme "'Mega Riches at Megabangna' — Abundant in Blessings, Overflowing with Joy, Embrace Every Shade of Prosperity."
The area consists of four distinct thematic sections. At the primary entry point lies "Ultra Prosperous Iconic Area," which showcases vivid Thai pop art designed for picture-taking opportunities. This zone includes Mega Fortunate Giant, a towering 5-meter-high statue representing wealth and safety, alongside sculptures depicting a sacred hand and the revered spirit goddess Nang Kwak.
"The Abundance of Blessings" at the entryway to Mega Foodwalk offers visitors a chance to cleanse themselves and show reverence toward a copy of Luang Phor Than Jai from Wat Phra That Doi Kham. This venerated Buddhist statue from Chiang Mai, known for its historical heritage, is thought to fulfill heartfelt prayers.
Next, immerse yourself in the joyful atmosphere of the "Abundant Entertainment" area set to launch at Foodwalk Plaza starting tomorrow until April 15. This venue will feature engaging activities such as balloon darts, fish bowl fishing, and target shooting. Renowned musical acts will take the stage tomorrow and Sunday between 4 pm and 7 pm. Additionally, aspiring performers are encouraged to showcase their skills in genres including K-pop, T-pop, and breaking during "Random Dance BKK." For those interested, special shows blending ballroom dancing with traditional Thai folk style, known as ram wong, will be presented on April 14 and 15 from 4 pm to 6 pm.
Get ready to dive into fun at "Abundant in Companions," opening from tomorrow until April 15 at Mega Plaza. This event boasts an enormous swimming area complete with big slides, making it ideal for children between ages 5-14 to forge friendships and enjoy the lively Songkran festivities. Admission is free, though spots are capped at 100 people every 45 minutes, each day from 10 AM to 8 PM. To secure your place, pre-register via Line: @megabangnaofficial.
Organized to satisfy every food lover at the event, the "Megabangna Maha Songkran" offers an enticing selection of savory and sweet traditional Thai delicacies provided by more than 80 well-known vendors. The festivity concludes on April 16th.
Bangkok Water Festival 2025
From Sunday until April 15, at 12 historic sites
Organized with the theme "Maha Songkran, Maha Sanook (The Great Songkran, The Ultimate Enjoyment)," this tenth iteration keeps alive Thai traditions across various events held at ten riverside locations along the Chao Phraya River as well as at an additional two sites.
They encompass Wat Pho, Wat Arun, Wat Rakhang, Wat Kalayanamitra, Wat Prayun, Asiatique The Riverfront, Maharaj Pier, Yodpiman River Walk, Sook Siam@Iconsiam, the Guan Yu Shrine in Klong San, Klong Ong Ang in Samphanthawong, and the latest addition this year—the Chinatown Market Chaloem Buri located in Yaowarat.
The highlights consist of a riverside parade featuring Buddha statues from five regal shrines, a sacred water passageway, the tradition of sprinkling water over Buddha statues, the Rod Nam Dam Hua ceremony, a local marketplace, cultural shows, Thai traditional games, and competitive sporting events. Additionally, participants can enjoy cycling tours across Bangkok and kayaking along Khlong Phadung Krung Kasem.
Complimentary ferry services will operate across all ten docks between 9 AM and 6 PM for the duration of the event’s three-day run.
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