The best Songkran parties in Chiang Mai 2026

If you're looking for the biggest Songkran party in Chiang Mai this year, Maya has it covered. The Singha Summer Club Songkran Festival runs five consecutive days from April 11-15 at Maya Square, with a different lineup of Thai artists and DJs each night – free entry, just bring your ID.

April 11 opens with Indigo and Getsunova, followed by Zom Marie and Lazyloxy & Samblack on the 12th. April 13 brings The Parkinson and Blackhead, with Flure and Milli taking over on the 14th – arguably the most anticipated night of the five. The festival closes on April 15 with Lipta and Maiyarap.

Five nights, ten acts and what is shaping up to be the loudest, most chaotic and most fun Songkran square in the city. And if you’re familiar with the junction, the backup venues of Thingk Park and One Nimman are sure to keep you busy during sets.

April 11-15. Free entry. MAYA Lifestyle Mall. DJs start the day from 2pm and big name artists perform late into the night.

Getting soaked this Songkran is inevitable – so you might as well do it riverside in an all-white outfit at Anantara's pool. Antonio Sax, DJ Cameron Glasgow and DJ BYAS are flying in especially, running from 3pm to 8pm as the sun goes down over the Mae Ping River.

Entry starts at B690 with one drink included, or go all in at B2,200 for two hours of food and drinks from 4pm to 6pm. Knowing Anantara's reputation for traditional recipes with a creative twist, the food alone makes the upgrade worth it.

Sort your white outfit now – the dress code of all-white is non-negotiable and the setting deserves the effort.

April 12. From B690 per person. Tickets here. Anantara Chiang Mai Resort. 3pm-8pm.

Skip the crowds and get a head start on Songkran with a short lift ride eight floors up to ARISE Rooftop Bar, bringing poolside energy and Nimmanhaemin views to the start of the holidays. This is one of those pre-game parties that really set the mood, and a good excuse to go full splash mode before the festival officially kicks off. 

The approach is laid-back, starting with an afternoon of music, food and drinks before turning into a full-blown rooftop pool party session by the evening hours. Aside from the pool, splash station and drink deals tailor to the crowd, setting the tone for the week ahead with good vibes and space to actually enjoy it.

April 11. ARISE Rooftop Bar. 3pm-late

Not every Songkran party needs water cannons and chart music. Nerd Party is doing things differently on April 14 at Deep Green – the garden venue that feels more like someone's backyard than a club, with a pool, outdoor space and an atmosphere that draws nomads and locals in equal measure. Eight hours of tech house, electro and live music running from 4pm to midnight, with special guest Elaheh headlining alongside residents Broken Boy, rrrrrm and Nobita.

If you've been looking for a reason to skip the crowded main street chaos and spend Songkran doing something a bit more you, this is it. And while there is a pool and people are expected to get wet, there’s a good amount of dry space too for those who prefer to stay less than saturated into the wee hours.

Tickets start at B230 online (B350 at the door), and word on the street is to buy in advance as it could get busy.
April 14. B230 online, B350 at door. Tickets here. Deep Green, Chiang Mai. 4pm-midnight

Another year, another road-sprawling party in competition with Maya. Just across the street, Think Park gears up its own wet and wild concert – this year titled Night Songkran 2026 – with four full days of water fights and stacked DJ lineups that give everything else on Nimman a run for their money. And as the name suggests, this is a more ‘after-dark’ affair, with MCs and water hose-wielding pretties keeping the energy cranked high until midnight. 

Focusing on the decks (and keeping them high above any accidental water splashes) across April 12-15, Think Park is taken over by names like DJ Leeloy, DJ Cornny, DJ Sirkieng, DJ Pharaoh, DJ Hongtae, DJ Newclear, DJ Bayby Khwan, DJ Dexter and DJ Tiger, with MCs Marker, Koreelaz, Introlude, Fluker.T and Lecia hyping things up throughout. Round up your crew, prep your best splash-ready fit and expect zero chance of staying dry. And with so much going on right next door, there’s no end to the music all week long.

Apr 12-15. Think Park Chiang Mai. Mid-afternoon until midnight

Three venues, one day and the heaviest soundtrack to Chiang Mai's biggest water fight. The official Outlook Festival Chiang Mai Launch Party takes over the city on April 13 – and for a festival known globally as the leading celebration of sound system culture, this is not one to sleep on.

Coming in hard for the first day of Songkran, it kicks off at Deep Green from 3pm – water fights, pool party, cheap drinks, Thai food and a full outdoor stage powered by a custom-built Miki Sounds rig. The main stage lineup includes Killa P, Sir Spyro, Anna Morgan and Waxx among others, bringing dubstep, jungle, grime and garage from the afternoon deep into the night.

Once Deep Green wraps at midnight the party splits across two clubs. ReD CNX takes on jungle and drum and bass with Kivi, GLM, Andz and Hattronix, while Locked In Club handles garage, dubstep and 140 with Simbie, Wai Kru, Suwanee and more. 

April 13. Prices vary, starting from B800. Tickets here. Starts at Deep Green before ending the night at Locked In Club and ReD CNX. 3pm-4am

If there's one thing Chiang Mai's shopping malls do well, it's a Songkran party – and Central Chiang Mai (previously Central Festival for those who didn’t catch the rebrand) is not holding back this year. The Chiang Mai Songkran Fun Fest runs April 13-15 from 4pm to midnight at the Central Chiang Mai activity square out front.

With a different lineup each night, the party starts on April 13 with Manassawee alongside a roster of DJs. April 14 brings Sweet Mullet and Num Kala, before the festival wraps up on April 15 with Potato and Klear. This one is also kid friendly – children under 10 get in free, perks of being small and not blocking anyone's view of the stage.

Tickets are priced per day – B99 for April 13 and B199 for April 14 or 15. If you're committing to all three days, the three-day pass is a steal at just B399 –  the obvious move if this is your thing.

April 13-15. Prices vary, starting from B99 per day. Central Chiang Mai. 4pm–midnight

Tha Chang have hosted legendary Songkran parties for 15 years and this year they're making the anniversary count. The headline installation alone is worth showing up for – a nine-metre statue of an Akha woman designed to celebrate the identity and heritage of northern Thailand's ethnic communities.

Joh Fest runs April 12-16 – that’s five days and five nights, with ticketing split across three zones. The Hall Zone is free entry and dry – a momentary relief from all the splashing happening throughout the week. The Party Zone is where things get properly wet at B150 per day or B650 for all five days. VIP tables seat five and come with a complimentary bottle of Bombay Sapphire or four buckets of Chang Bomb per day – whichever floats your boat.

April 12-16. Free entry (Hall Zone) / from B150 (Party Zone) / B3,500 (VIP table per day). Book via Line @thachangcafe or call 082 028 3736. Tha Chang Cafe. 5pm-midnight

If you’re after a no-holds-barred water fight with a proper party backbone, Shelby goes all in this Songkran. Taking over the infamous Nimmanhaemin soi 7, Shelby Splash turns its club and the street outside into a full-scale play zone, with water stations on both sides and DJs keeping things loud, loose and relentlessly high-energy from day into night – although things only really kick off properly after sunset. 

Known locally for its laidback-but-always trendy vibe, Shelby Bar is among the top party spots on any day of the week, so their Songkran splash only adds to their popularity. Tables are available to book if you want a base between splash sessions, but otherwise, just show up, gear up and expect to get soaked. Oh, and plan to dress stylish for this one, only the coolest kids in town turn up here, thanks to a social, student-meets-expat crowd that takes looking good very seriously. 

Apr 12-16. Shelby Bar, Nimman soi 7. DJs start 6.30pm-midnight

If you want the full Chiang Mai Songkran experience, this is where it all happens. The Chiang Mai Municipality's official Songkran programme runs April 12–15 across the Old City, Tha Phae Gate and the temples within the moat area. It is a celebration of Lanna culture and roots, working in collaboration with temples to bring ancient traditions into the present in a way that feels alive. This year the programme promises new activities beyond what previous years have offered – so even Songkran regulars will have something to discover.

Things kick off on April 12 at Tha Phae Gate with religious ceremonies in the morning – blessings and merit-making that set the tone. April 13 brings the grand procession of Phra Putta Singh making its way through the Old City accompanied by decorated floats and traditional performances. Across the afternoons of April 13-15 expect sand pagoda building, traditional performances and plenty of activities for all ages. On the evenings of April 13 and 14, the celebrations continue with open air film screenings – a new addition to the programme this year.
April 12-15. Free entry. Tha Phae Gate and Old City. Full programme to be confirmed on Chiang Mai Municipality’s official channels here.

An Italian wine tasting as the sun goes down is not a bad way to spend the evening instead of wringing out your wet clothes. Aquaria is an Italian restaurant in the heart of Chiang Mai known for its delicious pasta, tapas and premium imported seafood – and on April 11 they're taking you on a journey through Italy's wine regions with a curated collection from Abruzzo to Veneto.

Italy's wine regions are as varied as the country itself and this tasting does justice to that range. Abruzzo in the east is known for its bold, full-bodied reds while Veneto in the northeast produces everything from crisp whites to sparkling Prosecco – five glasses that tell a story from start to finish. Paired with a cold cut board and tapas to line your stomach, three reds, one white and one sparkling served as golden hour settles over the restaurant.

April 11. B990 per person. Call 053 215 011 to book. Aquaria Restaurant. From 6pm

Not every Songkran needs to involve fighting your way through crowds and not every party is suitable for the little ones. This one is for the parents. Beaver Club is opening up their garden space from April 11-19 for a proper family holiday escape – skip the traffic and chaos for a pool and the kind of day that actually feels like a break.

Kids stay occupied with a pool and water activities while parents can sneak off to the sauna or ice bath – the perfect excuse to finally try the wellness trend everyone keeps talking about. Fresh fruit and drinks are available throughout and the evening session from 4pm to 8pm adds a shabu-shabu and BBQ set to round out the day properly.

April 11-19. Starting from B299. Call 080 397 9096 to book. Beaver Club. 9am-8pm

Songkran’s always better with company, and Lotus’s Saraphi branch is turning up the fun with a playful, come-one-come-all water zone made for groups, couples and anyone looking to cool off with a crowd. Sure, it’s not in the old city, but that’s what brings a special type of atmosphere – one that’s both party-focused but infused with local sensibilities. Icy splashes are guaranteed (they’ve got big ice buckets set up for all to use), as are the upbeat vibes and a lively atmosphere that keeps things light, social but refreshingly chaotic.

As the afternoon turns to dusk, out come the foam cannons and the whole venue is flooded in suds – great for photos, not so great for keeping balance. But, whether you’re swinging by for a quick soak or settling in for a full afternoon of water fights, this is an easy, accessible stop for festive fun just outside the city – no fuss, just good times and plenty of ways to stay cool.

April 11-15. Lotus’s Oasis Saraphi. 11am-9pm 

Songkran is sorted for the whole family, and at B150 per head for a full day of activities, this one is hard to argue with. Summer Spark takes over One Nimman’s parking space on the Huay Kaew side from April 11-15, turning it into the biggest water playground in the Nimman area.

The kids zone is the main event with a 7-metre giant waterslide, two large pools to splash around in all day, an inflatable octopus, a giant ball pit and a full roster of rides. A DJ keeps the energy up throughout so the parents also have a reason to stay too. Street food vendors on site include moo kata, butterfly rice with fried chicken and plenty more to keep everyone fueled between rounds. 

April 11-15. B150 per person. One Nimman. 1pm-10pm