Time and Location of Songkran Festival in Thailand 2024

Time and Location of Songkran Festival in Thailand 2024

The Songkran Festival is held annually in Thailand over three days on April 13, 14 and 15. It marks the beginning of the traditional Thai New Year.

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Written by Van Khue (local expert) Updated on 06-04-2024
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During this celebration, streets teem with people engaged in exuberant 'water fights.' The atmosphere pulsates with music, dance, and joy, creating an unparalleled festive ambiance. By doing one another, Thai people convey wishes for happiness, prosperity, and good health to themselves and their dear ones.

Songkran Water Festival 2024 takes place from April 12 to 16 at 20 famous tourist destinations across Thailand. However, in provinces and cities, festivals are often held early and end later. Therefore, the festival will last from April 4 to April 20. 

The General Department of Tourism (TAT) announced the time and location of the Songkran festival in 20 provinces and cities that are famous tourist destinations in Thailand.

Northern Thailand

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The time and place of the celebration in Northern Thailand

Central Thailand

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The time and place of the celebration in Central Thailand

Southern and Eastern Thailand

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The time and place of the celebration in the South and East of Thailand

North-Eastern Thailand

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The time and place of the celebration in the North-East of Thailand

>>> Find out more about the Songkran Water Festival 2024 

Some photos from the Songkran festival in Thailand:

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