Thailand 2026 Calendar

The Spirit of
The Kingdom.

From the city-wide water fights of Songkran to the silent beauty of Loi Krathong, Thailand's festival calendar is a rich, living experience. Master the practicalities of expat life during these unmissable moments.

Thai New Year

The Great Water Festival

Songkran (13-15 April) is Thailand's official New Year. While its roots are in a gentle ritual of blessing, it has evolved into a massive city-wide water fight. If you step outside in festival zones, you will get wet.

Dates 2026

13-15 April

Public holidays: 12-16 April

Transport

Book Early

Busiest domestic travel period

Safety

Waterproof Mode

Seal phone/wallet before exit

Where to be:

Silom Road, Bangkok (Massive)

Chiang Mai Moat (Atmospheric)

Thailand Culture Series

Mastering life in
The Land of Smiles.

Full Culture Guide Practical Living

The Spirit of The Kingdom.

The Great Water Festival

Where to be:

Mastering life in The Land of Smiles.

The Spirit of The Kingdom.

The Great Water Festival

Where to be:

Mastering life in The Land of Smiles.

The Spirit of
The Kingdom.

Mastering life in
The Land of Smiles.

The Spirit of
The Kingdom.

Mastering life in
The Land of Smiles.