Chiang Mai Songkran 2026

Tradition Meets the World's Biggest Water Fight

🏯 Lanna Culture💦 Moat Splash🌸 Flower Parade
Songkran in Chiang Mai

Chiang Mai is arguably the best place in Thailand to experience Songkran. The city balances wild water fights around its historic moat with deeply rooted Lanna traditions that you won't find anywhere else.

Essential Chiang Mai Experiences

The Old City Moat
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The Old City Moat

The epicenter of the action. People line the entire 6.5km perimeter, using buckets and hoses to drench passing trucks and pedestrians.

6.5km Splash ZoneMoat WaterNon-stop Action
Tha Phae Gate
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Tha Phae Gate

Where the big stage is located. Expect beauty pageants, cultural performances, and some of the city's largest organized water fights.

Cultural StagePerformancesCentral Hub
Wat Phra Singh
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Wat Phra Singh

Visit for the more traditional side. Witness the Phra Buddha Sihing image being paraded through the streets for locals to pour water over.

Temple RitualsParadeSpiritual
Nimmanhaemin Road
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Nimmanhaemin Road

The 'cool' part of town. Modern bars and cafes set up DJ booths and foam machines for a more contemporary party vibe.

Trendy BarsFoam PartiesDJ Sets

Experience Chiang Mai in 2026

Join our curated group tours for the ultimate Songkran experience.