Songkran - Thai New Year 2027
📅 Tuesday, April 13, 2027
📝 About Songkran - Thai New Year 2027
Songkran is the Thai New Year festival celebrated from April 13 to 15, famous worldwide for its exuberant water fights that transform cities across Thailand into joyful waterlogged battlegrounds. The water splashing tradition originates from the act of gently pouring water over the hands of elders and Buddha images as a sign of respect and to wash away bad luck, though modern celebrations have evolved into massive street parties with water guns, hoses, and buckets. Beyond the water festivities, Songkran is a time for family reunions, temple visits, merit-making, and the preparation of traditional foods. Bangkok's Khao San Road and Chiang Mai's old city moat are among the most famous Songkran celebration spots, drawing millions of locals and tourists each year.
📋 Quick Facts
- Date
- Tuesday, April 13, 2027
- Day of the Week
- Tuesday
- Days Remaining
- 380
- Category
- Holidays
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
There are 380 days until Songkran - Thai New Year 2027 on Tuesday, April 13, 2027.
Songkran - Thai New Year 2027 is on Tuesday, April 13, 2027.
Songkran is the Thai New Year festival celebrated from April 13 to 15, famous worldwide for its exuberant water fights that transform cities across Thailand into joyful waterlogged battlegrounds. The water splashing tradition originates from the act of gently pouring water over the hands of elders and Buddha images as a sign of respect and to wash away bad luck, though modern celebrations have evolved into massive street parties with water guns, hoses, and buckets. Beyond the water festivities, Songkran is a time for family reunions, temple visits, merit-making, and the preparation of traditional foods. Bangkok's Khao San Road and Chiang Mai's old city moat are among the most famous Songkran celebration spots, drawing millions of locals and tourists each year.
Songkran - Thai New Year 2027 falls on a Tuesday.