The popular Songkran Water Splashing Carnival in Kowloon City will once again make a splash in 2025 from April 11 to 13. Last year, the Songkran Festival in Hong Kong moved from its traditional location in the streets of Kowloon City to basketball courts in the district. Excited to see what’s in store for this year’s celebrations? Keep reading to find out.
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Songkran Festival 2025 celebrations in Hong Kong: What to expect
The annual Songkran Festival will be back this year! In addition to the flagship water splashing event, the celebrations will also include a Thai-themed market and traditional Thai dance performances, according to the Kowloon City District Resident Association. Moreover, there will also be electronic dance music, a Thai costume experience, and Muay Thai performances.
To coincide with the festival, there will be various promotional activities to encourage more visitors. They will have a chance to try street food and tour around Kowloon City to learn more about the historical sights and culture. The neighbourhood is dubbed “Little Thailand” due to the number of Thai immigrants who have settled there. The residents have set up Thai shops and restaurants around the area as well.
What is Songkran?
Songkran is an annual festival in Thailand that marks the Thai New Year. It involves water-splashing activities that symbolise a “fresh” start. This tradition also helps usher in prosperity and good fortune in the coming year. Songkran is also a time when people reunite with families to honour their ancestors.
The festival is one of Thailand’s most popular events. This year, the Thai government estimates that it will generate 26.5 billion baht and attract 476,000 tourists. In 2023, UNESCO designated Songkran as an Intangible Cultural Heritage alongside Khon, Thai massage, and Nora.
The popular S2O Songkran Music Festival also made its way to Hong Kong in 2023. Stay tuned for more details on the 2025 Songkran Festival in Hong Kong in the coming days.
This story first appeared here.
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