The Latest Breaking News from Songkran

Songkran ‘Seven Dangerous Days’ ends with fewer accidents, injuries and deaths

The seven-day Songkran road safety campaign has concluded with a total of 1,242 accidents, 1,200 injuries and 242 deaths nationwide, with 10 provinces reporting zero fatalities.

Bangkok Post · Apr 17

Silom wraps up Songkran fun with over 650,000 participants

The Songkran event on Silom Road in Bangkok ended Tuesday night, with total participants over three days reported at more than 650,000, according to the Bang Rak District Office.  

Bangkok Post · Apr 15

Court warns revellers, 'No groping'

The Court of Justice has warned Songkran revellers they could face up to 10 years in prison and/or a hefty fine of 200,000 baht if found guilty of physically molesting someone during crowded water fights.

Bangkok Post · Apr 14

White Lotus lifts Songkran bookings on Samui by 65%

Koh Samui tops the list of Thai destinations for the Songkran holiday next month, thanks to the influence of the hit TV series “The White Lotus”, a government spokesman said on Wednesday.

Bangkok Post · Mar 27, 2025

As Thailand revels in Songkran water fights, tourist hub Samui suffers through drought

The resort island is facing days without running water, even as the country celebrates new year with water fights

The Guardian - UK · Apr 12, 2024

Songkran splash sites to be booze-free

Rules will be strictly enforced to make water-splashing venues nationwide completely free of alcohol during the Songkran festival next month, officials said on Tuesday.

Bangkok Post · Mar 13, 2024

Airlines to cut Songkran fares

Six airlines will add 104 flights and give a discount of about 20% on early morning and late night domestic flights during the Songkran holiday.

Bangkok Post · Mar 12, 2024

Five-day holiday for Songkran festival

The cabinet has declared Friday April 12 a special government holiday, ensuring a five-day weekend for the Songkran festival.

Bangkok Post · Feb 13, 2024

Phuket forecasts 60% post-Songkran hotel occupancy

PHUKET: Hotel occupancy in this island province after Songkran is expected to be around 60% with more Chinese arrivals even though the low season is approaching, say industry executives.

Bangkok Post · Apr 18, 2023

The price of populism

After the Songkran celebrations peter out, Thais must contemplate the general election on May 14 and decide whether political parties' campaign pledges will really create a healthier economy.

Bangkok Post · Apr 17, 2023