Songkran 2025: Thailand's Water Festival and New Year Celebration Guide
Join the world's biggest water fight during Songkran, Thailand's traditional New Year celebration filled with fun, respect, and cultural traditions.
Songkran: Thailand's Joyful New Year
Songkran is the Thai New Year festival celebrated annually from April 13-15. Known worldwide for its massive water fights, Songkran combines playful celebrations with deep cultural traditions.
Songkran 2025 Dates
The Meaning of Water
Water symbolizes cleansing and renewal:
Traditional Celebrations
Temple Visits
Thais visit temples to make merit:
Respecting Elders
Younger family members pour scented water over the hands of parents and grandparents as a sign of respect and to receive blessings.
Rod Nam Dam Hua
A ceremony where young people pay respects to elders by gently pouring water on their hands while asking for blessings.
The Water Festival
The playful water-throwing tradition has evolved into a nationwide celebration:
Planning Your Songkran Calendar
Tips for Joining the Fun
Songkran reminds us to cleanse the past year's troubles and welcome the new year with joy and renewal.
