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The morning after Bangkok's biggest Songkran yet
Life, Chavisa Boonpiti, Published on 18/04/2026
» The Tourism Authority of Thailand projected 30.3 billion baht in Songkran revenue this year, up 6% from 2025 and released the number with the kind of confidence that comes from having done the work. The production at Benchakitti Park, the coordinated Silom closure, the S2O headliners on Ratchadaphisek, the international press coverage -- none of it was accidental. Bangkok did not stumble into becoming one of the world's most-watched festival destinations. It applied for the job and this year the application was approved at scale.
A trembling city
Life, Thana Boonlert, Published on 18/04/2026
» Phakawan Polkhaw, a sophomore environmental science student at Chulalongkorn University, was studying English at her faculty when the classroom started to wobble. She felt unsteady and alarmed by trembling light fixtures. Fortunately, a teacher safely rushed students out of the swaying building.
Bangkok Kunsthalle presents 'Blind Spots' by Apichaya Wannakit
Life, Published on 16/04/2026
» Bangkok Kunsthalle presents "Blind Spots: Panels, Paravents And Screens" that offers a journey of seeing and perceiving the emotional traces of overseas-based emerging artist Apichaya Wannakit, until May 31.
The business of body art
Life, Suwitcha Chaiyong, Published on 15/04/2026
» Driven by a desire to showcase the artwork of tattoo artists, the media outlet and event organiser Badego.bodega organised an art exhibition titled "Memories Of Skin", now on display at Seacon Square Srinagarindra.
Samui Summer Jazz series returns to InterContinental
Life, Published on 14/04/2026
» Skål International Koh Samui will bring back its Samui Summer Jazz series in 2026 with "Jazz Rhythms In The Air" for one night only on April 28 at 8pm, at the InterContinental Koh Samui Resort, Surat Thani.
R&B singer Jenevieve coming to BKK in June
Life, Tatat Bunnag, Published on 14/04/2026
» Miami-born R&B and neo-soul artist Jenevieve is set to make her highly anticipated Bangkok debut as part of her "The CRYSALIS Tour – Worldwide", with a live performance scheduled for June 2 at Samyan Mitrtown Hall.
Culture comes to Lumpini Park with Saneh Art By Songkran Festival 2026
Life, Published on 13/04/2026
» The iconic green space in front of Lumpini Pavilion at Lumpini Park on Rama IV Road has been transformed into a new open-air art destination for the Saneh Art By Songkran Festival 2026, which is running daily from 10am to 8pm until April 30.
Guru's Weekly Buzz: April 10-16
Guru, Pornchai Sereemongkonpol, Published on 10/04/2026
» Guru By Bangkok Post's weekly pick of the most exciting products, activities, food and travel to indulge in.
Splashing times ahead!
Life, Patcharawalai Sanyanusin, Published on 10/04/2026
» Songkran is one of Thailand's most cherished celebrations and Bangkok has become a world-class stage for festival revellers who want interactive experiences, contemporary creativity and the traditions of Thai New Year. As there is no reason to stop for fun at only one destination during this long holiday, here we recommend some interesting venues you can go and create your own kind of Songkran memory.
Songkran 2026 around Bangkok: where to make merit then get soaked
Komsan Jandamit, Published on 09/04/2026
» Songkran in 2026 is best tackled like Bangkok traffic: pick your lane early, commit, and keep a dry change of clothes within reach. The Thai New Year’s water fights still dominate the headlines, but this year’s smartest day trips mix temple-time calm with big-city spectacle, from Rattanakosin’s most photogenic blessings to Samut Prakan’s late-April Mon traditions — plus a flagship “Maha Songkran” festival that is setting up shop at Benchakitti Park.