Festivals & holidays
In person
Grand Songkran Festival 2027 (Thai Traditional New Year — UNESCO)
Thailand's world-famous New Year celebration and UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage, uniting ancient temple blessings with nationwide water festivities.
Recognized as a UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage, Songkran heralds the traditional Thai New Year. Mornings feature revered temple ceremonies including water blessings on Buddha statues (Song Nam Phra) and paying respect to elders, followed by joyous celebrations across Bangkok and all provinces.