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Songkran in Bangkok draws nearly 5 million revellers
Online Reporters, Published on 16/04/2026
» Almost 5 million people joined Songkran celebrations across Bangkok this year, up 93.4% from last year, with Siam Square topping 1.5 million, according to the Bangkok Metropolitan Administration (BMA).
86 tonnes of waste collected from Songkran venues in Bangkok
Online Reporters, Published on 15/04/2026
» Bangkok collected 86.32 tonnes of waste during the Songkran Festival on Monday, the first day major venues across the city held water-splashing activities.
Bangkok Songkran to be alcohol-free and end at 10pm
Online Reporters, Published on 07/04/2026
» Bangkok will ensure water splashing remains alcohol-free citywide during Songkran, with all such activities to end by 10pm.
Govt hails Bangkok being named Asia’s best city for 2026
Online Reporters, Published on 11/03/2026
» The Thai government has welcomed Bangkok being voted the best city in Asia for 2026, saying the recognition underscores Thailand’s strong potential as a global tourism destination.
Bangkok’s House Samyan ranked among top 100 greatest cinemas
Online Reporters, Published on 11/03/2026
» House Samyan, a micro-cinema located in Bangkok mixed-use shopping space Samyan Mitrtown, has placed 46th among the 100 greatest cinemas worldwide, according to Time Out.
New Year countdown venues in Bangkok
Online Reporters, Published on 31/12/2025
» The Bangkok Metropolitan Administration has organised 12 venues to host New Year countdown activities on Wednesday night. They are:
Afternoon alcohol ban lifted, effective immediately
News, Online Reporters, Published on 03/12/2025
» Registered outlets can now sell alcoholic beverages during the previously banned period of 2pm to 5pm, with a one hour extension of time for customers in licensed premises at night to finish their drinks.
Songkhla SEA Games events moved to Bangkok
Online Reporters, Published on 26/11/2025
» SEA Games events scheduled in Songkhla next month will be relocated to Bangkok because of the flooding and concerns over the condition of the venues once the water recedes.
Policy board lifts afternoon ban on alcohol sales
Online Reporters, Published on 13/11/2025
» The National Alcohol Policy Committee has agreed to scrap the long-standing ban on the sale of alcoholic beverages between 2pm and 5pm, citing the need to boost spending during festive seasons.
Thai floating market hard-sell raises eyebrows
Online Reporters, Published on 11/11/2025
» A video taken by two popular Korean YouTubers at a floating market in Ratchaburi has sparked widespread comment about overpricing and aggressive sales tactics at tourist attractions in Thailand.