Songkran 2026 to welcome global travelers for Thailand’s UNESCO-recognized New Year celebration - Thailand PR News - [Banking](https://thailandbusinessnews.net/category/banking/) - [Companies](https://thailandbusinessnews.net/category/companies/) - [Economy](https://thailandbusinessnews.net/category/economy/) - [Press Releases](https://thailandbusinessnews.net/category/press-release/) - [PR Newswire](https://thailandbusinessnews.net/pr-newswire-updates/) - [Tech](https://thailandbusinessnews.net/category/tech/) - [Tourism](https://thailandbusinessnews.net/category/tourism/) - [Business](https://thailandbusinessnews.net/category/business/) # Songkran 2026 to welcome global travelers for Thailand’s UNESCO-recognized New Year celebration Songkran Festival 2026 will proceed across Thailand, showcasing cultural traditions and vibrant water festivities. The Tourism Authority of Thailand confirms nationwide events from 9 to 15 April, including large-scale celebrations in Bangkok. The festival blends cultural authenticity with modern experiences and is recognized as an Intangible Cultural Heritage by UNESCO. Plan ahead! ##### Up next ###### [Statement Shared on Behalf of the Family of Internationally Acclaimed Forensic Scientist Dr. Henry C. Lee](https://thailandbusinessnews.net/press-release/statement-shared-on-behalf-of-the-family-of-internationally-acclaimed-forensic-scientist-dr-henry-c-lee/) Published on 04 April 2026 ##### Author ##### [ PR Desk ](https://thailandbusinessnews.net/author/prdesk/) **Songkran Festival 2026 will proceed across Thailand, promoting cultural traditions and vibrant water festivities. Visitors are encouraged to plan ahead. Events are scheduled nationwide, highlighting regional and local celebrations.****Bangkok, 26 March 2026** – The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) confirms that Songkran Festival 2026 will proceed as planned across all regions of the Kingdom, welcoming visitors from around the world to celebrate the Thai New Year through vibrant water festivities, cultural traditions, and community events. The Thai government is working to ensure everything remains fully operational ahead of the holiday period. Visitors are advised to plan travel in advance, and TAT will continue to monitor and communicate any updates. **Ms. Thapanee Kiatphaibool, TAT Governor**, said, “We are aware that global events have created uncertainty for travellers. We want to be clear: Songkran 2026 will take place as planned across every region of Thailand. The spirit of this festival and Thailand’s welcome remains unchanged.” Recognised by UNESCO as an Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity, Songkran reflects Thailand’s deep-rooted values of family, respect, and renewal. Traditionally marked by merit-making, water-pouring rituals for elders, and temple visits, the festival has grown into a nationwide celebration that blends cultural authenticity with contemporary experiences. In Bangkok, large-scale events from 9 to 15 April will include the Maha Songkran World Event at Benjakitti Park, riverside celebrations at ICONSIAM and Asiatique, and music festivals such as S2O and Siam Songkran. Silom and Siam Square will once again transform into major water celebration zones. Across the country, each region offers a distinct flavour of Songkran. The Central region, including heritage-rich Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya, highlights temple-based celebrations and the signature elephant water-splashing event. 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