{"id":8114,"date":"2026-03-05T18:00:18","date_gmt":"2026-03-05T11:00:18","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/happytest.shop\/?p=8114"},"modified":"2026-04-06T20:12:21","modified_gmt":"2026-04-06T13:12:21","slug":"ultimate-festival-guide-to-songkran-2026-in-bangkok-thailand","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/happytest.shop\/de\/lifestyle\/ultimate-festival-guide-to-songkran-2026-in-bangkok-thailand\/","title":{"rendered":"The Ultimate Festival Guide to Songkran 2026 in Bangkok, Thailand"},"content":{"rendered":"<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What Makes This Guide Different<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Most Songkran guides cover one festival or the other. We break down <strong>both S2O and Siam Songkran<\/strong> side by side, plus other festivals going in the city \u2014 lineups, vibes, logistics \u2014 so you can plan your full week without opening 15 tabs. No fluff, just the stuff that keeps your Songkran just the way you want: exciting where you want it, smooth where you need it, social as you want it, and, obviously, safe.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Jump to Event:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"#s2o-festival\" data-type=\"internal\" data-id=\"#s2o-festival\">S2O Festival<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#siam-festival\" data-type=\"internal\" data-id=\"#siam-festival\">SIAM Songkran<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#kyvo-festival\" data-type=\"internal\" data-id=\"#kyvo-festival\">KYVO \/\/ 004: Phoenix<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#wipeout-festival\" data-type=\"internal\" data-id=\"#wipeout-festival\">Wipeout Festival 2026<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#splash-festival\" data-type=\"internal\" data-id=\"#splash-festival\">Splash to Space 2026 (Onyx\/RCA)<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Details for the Big Events<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table is-style-stripes\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th><\/th><th class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">S2O Songkran 2026<\/th><th class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">SIAM Songkran 2026<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td><strong>Dates<\/strong><\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">April 11-13, 2026 (3 days)<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">April 11-14, 2026 (4 days)<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Venue<\/strong><\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">S2O Land, Ratchada, Bangkok<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">Bravo BKK, Arena Area RCA, Rama 9, Bangkok<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Transit<\/strong><\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">MRT Thailand Cultural Centre<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">Grab\/taxi to RCA<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Tickets<\/strong><\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.eventpop.me\/e\/87299\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.eventpop.me\/e\/87299\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Eventpop<\/a><\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ticketmelon.com\/oneasia\/SIAMSONGKRAN2026\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.ticketmelon.com\/oneasia\/SIAMSONGKRAN2026\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Ticketmelon<\/a><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Age<\/strong><\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">20+ with valid ID<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">20+ with valid ID<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Theme<\/strong><\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">&#8220;Party in the Universe&#8221;<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">&#8220;The Melora&#8221; \u2014 Unified Thai Heritage<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Official site<\/strong><\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.s2ofestival.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">s2ofestival.com<\/a><\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\"><a href=\"https:\/\/siamsongkran.info\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">siamsongkran.info<\/a><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What is Songkran?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Songkran is Thailand&#8217;s New Year, and it&#8217;s the biggest holiday on the calendar. Officially running April 13\u201315, it&#8217;s a celebration rooted in water \u2014 symbolizing cleansing, renewal, and fresh starts. Traditionally, people gently pour water over the hands of elders as a sign of respect.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">That tradition still exists. But modern Songkran in Bangkok? It&#8217;s evolved into the world&#8217;s largest water fight. Entire streets turn into drenched battlegrounds. <strong>Silom Road<\/strong> becomes a kilometers-long water war zone. <strong>Khao San Road<\/strong> is pure chaos in the best way. Even the entirety of <strong>Sukhumvit Road<\/strong> has trucks driving up and down the streets with hoses shooting water at people from all angles. Strangers soak strangers. Everyone&#8217;s laughing. Nobody stays dry.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">And then there are the festivals. Over the last decade, Songkran has become one of Asia&#8217;s biggest windows for electronic music. <strong>S2O<\/strong> Und <strong>Siam Songkran<\/strong> are the two heavyweights. Both are running during Songkran week, both are pulling world-class lineups, and both are blending water and bass in ways you won&#8217;t find anywhere else on the planet.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you&#8217;re in Bangkok in April, this is the week.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"s2o-festival\">S2O Songkran Music Festival 2026<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Theme: &#8220;Party in the Universe&#8221;<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">S2O is the OG Songkran music festival \u2014 the one that turned Thailand&#8217;s water holiday into an international EDM destination for the best DJs in the world. This year they&#8217;re transforming S2O Land in Ratchada into an immersive amusement park, and the lineup matches the ambition.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The most recognizable element of S2O is its futuristic stage design that has become famous. The production usually leans heavily into sci-fi visuals, massive LED screens, and lighting rigs synchronized with the music and water cannons.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Lineup by Day<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>April 11 \u2014 Opening Night<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/instagram.com\/alanwalkermusic\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Alan Walker<\/a> B2B <a href=\"https:\/\/instagram.com\/steveaoki\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Steve Aoki<\/a><\/strong> \u2014 the world premiere of their Lonely Club project.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/instagram.com\/lostfrequencies\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Verlorene Frequenzen<\/a><\/strong> \u2014 feel-good melodic house<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/instagram.com\/ihatemodels1\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">I Hate Models<\/a><\/strong> \u2014 raw, dark techno<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/instagram.com\/williamblack\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">William Black<\/a><\/strong> \u2014 melodic bass and emotional festival anthems<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/djacslater\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">AC Slater<\/a><\/strong> \u2014 bass house energy<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>April 12<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/instagram.com\/zedd\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Zedd<\/a><\/strong> \u2014 electro-pop precision<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/instagram.com\/dondiablo\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Don Diablo<\/a><\/strong> \u2014 debuting <strong>CTRL ALT DEL<\/strong> project in Asia<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/instagram.com\/sidepiece\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Sidepiece<\/a><\/strong> \u2014 tech house duo behind major festival hits<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/dabinmusic\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Dabin<\/a><\/strong> \u2014 melodic future bass<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/instagram.com\/marievaunt\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Marie Vaunt<\/a><\/strong> \u2014 rising techno artist<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>April 13 \u2014 Songkran Day<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/instagram.com\/kygomusic\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Kygo<\/a><\/strong> \u2014 tropical house royalty<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/instagram.com\/gryffin\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Gryffin<\/a><\/strong> \u2014 melodic EDM<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/instagram.com\/datweekaz\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Da Tweekaz<\/a><\/strong> \u2014 high-energy hardstyle duo<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/instagram.com\/rayvolpe\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Ray Volpe<\/a><\/strong> \u2014 bass music and dubstep<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/frankwalker\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Frank Walker<\/a><\/strong> \u2014 upbeat melodic house<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What to Expect<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">S2O is wet. Not &#8220;oh there&#8217;s some water&#8221; wet \u2014 <strong>360-degree water cannons synced to the beat<\/strong> wet. LED screens, pyrotechnics, and water jets hit from every angle. You will be soaked within the first 10 minutes. That&#8217;s the point.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The front rows of the crowd get especially intense. As the night progresses, the first 10\u201320 rows often end up standing in ankle-deep water from hours of cannons and <strong>thousands of people<\/strong> packed together near the stage.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The 2026 venue \u2014 <strong>S2O Land on Ratchadaphisek Road<\/strong> \u2014 sits close to MRT Thailand Cultural Centre, making it one of the easier large festivals in Bangkok to reach by public transit.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Another small difference if you happen to indulge in one or many drinks, is that S2O is partnered with Chang beer as the main drink sponsor inside the venue.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1500\" height=\"1875\" src=\"https:\/\/happytest.shop\/wp-content\/uploads\/article-photos_2026-s2o-festival.jpg\" alt=\"Daily lineup schedule for S2O Bangkok 2026\" class=\"wp-image-8168\" srcset=\"https:\/\/happytest.shop\/wp-content\/uploads\/article-photos_2026-s2o-festival.jpg 1500w, https:\/\/happytest.shop\/wp-content\/uploads\/article-photos_2026-s2o-festival-768x960.jpg 768w, https:\/\/happytest.shop\/wp-content\/uploads\/article-photos_2026-s2o-festival-1229x1536.jpg 1229w, https:\/\/happytest.shop\/wp-content\/uploads\/article-photos_2026-s2o-festival-10x12.jpg 10w, https:\/\/happytest.shop\/wp-content\/uploads\/article-photos_2026-s2o-festival-600x750.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1500px) 100vw, 1500px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"siam-festival\">Siam Songkran Music Festival 2026<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Theme: &#8220;The Melora&#8221; \u2014 Unified Thai Heritage<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Siam Songkran blends international electronic music with visual elements <strong>inspired by Thai culture<\/strong>. While the festival has grown into a large international EDM event similar to S2O, its stage design often incorporates <strong>Thai architectural or cultural motifs<\/strong>, giving it a bit of a different visual style from S2O\u2019s futuristic aesthetic.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The festival also runs one extra day, continuing the celebration through April 14 after S2O ends.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Lineup by Day<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>April 11 \u2014 Opening Night<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/instagram.com\/artbatmusic\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">ARTBAT<\/a><\/strong> \u2014 melodic techno powerhouse duo<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/instagram.com\/r3hab\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">R3HAB<\/a><\/strong> \u2014 global festival EDM mainstay<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/instagram.com\/vinivicimusic\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Vini Vici<\/a><\/strong> \u2014 psytrance legends<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/instagram.com\/bennicky\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Ben Nicky<\/a><\/strong> \u2014 high-energy trance and hard dance<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/instagram.com\/22bulletsmusic\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">22Bullets<\/a><\/strong> \u2014 Thailand\u2019s biggest international EDM export<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>April 12<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/instagram.com\/marshmello\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Marshmello<\/a><\/strong> \u2014 global chart-topping EDM superstar<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/instagram.com\/alok\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Alok<\/a><\/strong> \u2014 Brazilian festival powerhouse DJ<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/instagram.com\/thirdpartylive\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Third Party<\/a><\/strong> \u2014 progressive house specialists<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/instagram.com\/dubvisionmusic\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">DubVision<\/a><\/strong> \u2014 festival progressive house duo<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/instagram.com\/matissesadko\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Matisse &amp; Sadko<\/a><\/strong> \u2014 melodic progressive house duo<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>April 13 \u2014 Songkran Day<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/instagram.com\/martingarrix\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Martin Garrix<\/a><\/strong> \u2014 one of the world\u2019s biggest festival headliners<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/instagram.com\/agentsoftime\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Agents of Time<\/a><\/strong> \u2014 melodic techno innovators<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/instagram.com\/slushii\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Slushii<\/a><\/strong> \u2014 melodic bass and future bass<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/instagram.com\/arcandomusic\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Arcando<\/a><\/strong> \u2014 rising melodic bass producer<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/instagram.com\/22bulletsmusic\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">22Bullets<\/a><\/strong> \u2014 Thai EDM mainstage DJ<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>April 14 \u2014 Closing Night<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/instagram.com\/johnsummit\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">John Summit<\/a><\/strong> \u2014 one of house music\u2019s biggest current stars<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/instagram.com\/gorgoncity\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Gorgon City<\/a><\/strong> \u2014 UK house legends<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/instagram.com\/devaultmusic\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">DEVAULT<\/a><\/strong> \u2014 bass-driven electronic producer<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/instagram.com\/laytongiordani\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Layton Giordani<\/a><\/strong> \u2014 driving techno standout<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/instagram.com\/y3llomusicofficial\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Y3llO<\/a><\/strong> \u2014 rising Thai electronic artist<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What to Expect<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Like S2O, Siam Songkran is a full-scale water music festival with large production, international DJs, and heavy water effects built into the show. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Water cannons and stage hoses blast across the audience<\/strong> throughout the night, and by the time headliners start the entire front section of the crowd is usually soaked. If you\u2019re near the stage, it\u2019s common to be dancing in shallow pools of water later in the evening as the ground fills from hours of spraying and crowd movement.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The festival takes place at <strong>Bravo BKK in the RCA district<\/strong>, one of Bangkok\u2019s long-standing nightlife areas.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Siam Songkran is typically partnered with Singha beer as its primary drink sponsor.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1080\" height=\"1350\" src=\"https:\/\/happytest.shop\/wp-content\/uploads\/article-photos_2026-siam-songkran-festival.jpg\" alt=\"Daily lineup schedule for SIAM Songkran 2026\" class=\"wp-image-8169\" srcset=\"https:\/\/happytest.shop\/wp-content\/uploads\/article-photos_2026-siam-songkran-festival.jpg 1080w, https:\/\/happytest.shop\/wp-content\/uploads\/article-photos_2026-siam-songkran-festival-768x960.jpg 768w, https:\/\/happytest.shop\/wp-content\/uploads\/article-photos_2026-siam-songkran-festival-10x12.jpg 10w, https:\/\/happytest.shop\/wp-content\/uploads\/article-photos_2026-siam-songkran-festival-600x750.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1080px) 100vw, 1080px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"kyvo-festival\">KYVO \/\/ 004: Phoenix<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Theme: Fire &amp; Water \u2014 a high-energy elemental concept combining pyrotechnics, water effects, and sunset-driven visuals.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">KYVO \/\/ 004 returns during Songkran with its most immersive concept yet, transforming the River City Helipad into a custom-built &#8220;Fire &amp; Water&#8221; arena above the Chao Phraya River. At the center is the evolving KYVO Cube (Fire Cube F02), combining flame effects, water elements, and a sunset-to-night transition show.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Termine:<\/strong> 10\u201311 April 2026<br><strong>Location:<\/strong> River City Helipad, Bangkok<br><strong>Zeit:<\/strong> 3PM \u2013 10PM<br><strong>Ticket Info:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/megatix.in.th\/kyvo\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">https:\/\/megatix.in.th\/kyvo<\/a><br><strong>Instagram: <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/kyvo.events\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/kyvo.events\/<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Lineup by Day<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">International lineup featuring headliners from Germany, Belgium, and the Netherlands, alongside mystery DJs from across Europe and Asia. Includes a Dutch-German DJ duo, multiple Belgian headliners, and special B2B performances. <em>*Specific artists not yet confirmed.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What to Expect<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">KYVO \/\/ 004 blends festival-scale production with a more curated, music-focused atmosphere. Expect a sunset opening over the river, followed by a progression into high-energy sets enhanced by fire effects, water moments, and large-scale visuals centered around the KYVO Cube. The setting creates a more intimate but visually striking alternative to Bangkok\u2019s larger Songkran festivals.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1500\" height=\"1882\" src=\"https:\/\/happytest.shop\/wp-content\/uploads\/article-photos_2026-kyvo-004-phoenix.jpeg\" alt=\"KYVO 004 Phoenix festival poster with city skyline\" class=\"wp-image-8698\" srcset=\"https:\/\/happytest.shop\/wp-content\/uploads\/article-photos_2026-kyvo-004-phoenix.jpeg 1500w, https:\/\/happytest.shop\/wp-content\/uploads\/article-photos_2026-kyvo-004-phoenix-765x960.jpeg 765w, https:\/\/happytest.shop\/wp-content\/uploads\/article-photos_2026-kyvo-004-phoenix-768x964.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/happytest.shop\/wp-content\/uploads\/article-photos_2026-kyvo-004-phoenix-1224x1536.jpeg 1224w, https:\/\/happytest.shop\/wp-content\/uploads\/article-photos_2026-kyvo-004-phoenix-10x12.jpeg 10w, https:\/\/happytest.shop\/wp-content\/uploads\/article-photos_2026-kyvo-004-phoenix-600x753.jpeg 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1500px) 100vw, 1500px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"wipeout-festival\">Wipeout Festival 2026<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Theme: High-energy water festival \u2014 large-scale Songkran party with international DJs, heavy water effects, and full production.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Wipeout Festival returns for its 12th anniversary as one of Bangkok\u2019s longest-running and most chaotic Songkran events. Known for its high-energy crowd and heavy water action, the festival brings together over 40 DJs across five days, combining international headliners with a strong lineup of local artists.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Termine:<\/strong> 11\u201315 April 2026<br><strong>Location:<\/strong> RCA Rama 9 (Void Club Parking), Bangkok<br><strong>Instagram:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/wipeoutfestival\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/wipeoutfestival\/<\/a><br><strong>LinkTree:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/linktr.ee\/Wipeoutfestival\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/linktr.ee\/Wipeoutfestival\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">https:\/\/linktr.ee\/Wipeoutfestival<\/a><br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Lineup by Day<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table is-style-stripes\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th>Date<\/th><th>Artists<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td><strong>April 11<\/strong><\/td><td>CUEBRICK \u2022 Tong Apollo \u2022 Mariachi Poom \u2022 Nuttrix \u2022 Jay Scema \u2022 Jame Te \u2022 Zara Gift<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>April 12<\/strong><\/td><td>Rave Republic \u2022 AE Jirakorn \u2022 Nui OKB \u2022 LEO \u2022 XY \u2022 AX3 \u2022 Alpha \u2022 DevilMonkey<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>April 13 (Songkran Day)<\/strong><\/td><td>LIU \u2022 Mamicat \u2022 Roxy June \u2022 U Saxophone \u2022 Goody \u2022 Dear Rerox \u2022 Jackz \u2022 Taidy \u2022 Atzone<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>April 14<\/strong><\/td><td>NAHSYK x FAHJAH SICK \u2022 Make You Freak \u2022 Spoii \u2022 Gail Werner \u2022 Zara Gift \u2022 HI8HSUGARR \u2022 Dimonda<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>April 15 \u2014 Closing Night<\/strong><\/td><td>SICK INDIVIDUALS \u2022 Titan \u2022 Lazyprince \u2022 Joy Lila \u2022 Riviere \u2022 Daisy \u2022 No Sense \u2022 Empty P \u2022 Bbass<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What to Expect<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Wipeout Festival is a raw, high-energy Songkran experience centered around nonstop music, water play, and a packed party crowd. Expect heavy water spraying throughout the event, a mix of international EDM acts and local DJs, and a more chaotic, club-meets-festival atmosphere compared to Bangkok\u2019s larger, more polished productions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"960\" height=\"1200\" src=\"https:\/\/happytest.shop\/wp-content\/uploads\/article-photos_2026-wipeout-festival.jpg\" alt=\"Wipeout Festival 2026 lineup poster\" class=\"wp-image-8929\" srcset=\"https:\/\/happytest.shop\/wp-content\/uploads\/article-photos_2026-wipeout-festival.jpg 960w, https:\/\/happytest.shop\/wp-content\/uploads\/article-photos_2026-wipeout-festival-768x960.jpg 768w, https:\/\/happytest.shop\/wp-content\/uploads\/article-photos_2026-wipeout-festival-10x12.jpg 10w, https:\/\/happytest.shop\/wp-content\/uploads\/article-photos_2026-wipeout-festival-600x750.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 960px) 100vw, 960px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"splash-festival\">SPLASH Songkran RCA 2026 \u2013 Splash to Space<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Theme: Space-themed Songkran party outside Onyx club \u2014 high-energy club-style water festival with international DJs and RCA\u2019s signature nightlife atmosphere.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Overview:<\/strong> SPLASH returns to RCA in front of ONYX Bangkok with its \u201cSplash to Space\u201d concept, combining water play, international DJs, and a packed nightlife crowd. Running across six nights, it blends global headliners with Asian electronic acts and ONYX\u2019s signature party production.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Termine:<\/strong> 10\u201315 April 2026<br><strong>Location:<\/strong> RCA (in front of ONYX Bangkok), Bangkok<br><strong>Instagram:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/onyxbangkok\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/onyxbangkok\/<\/a><br><strong>Splash Official:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/onyxbangkok.club\/splash2026\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">https:\/\/onyxbangkok.club\/splash2026<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Lineup by Day<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table is-style-stripes\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th>Date<\/th><th>Artists<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td><strong>April 10 \u2014 Opening Night<\/strong><\/td><td>ONYX All-Stars (Local DJs)<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>April 11<\/strong><\/td><td>DJ SALLY \u2022 AmberNa<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>April 12<\/strong><\/td><td>TPA &amp; Friends (TPA, WAYD B2B KAEDE)<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>April 13<\/strong><\/td><td>NERVO<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>April 14<\/strong><\/td><td>4B<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>April 15 \u2014 Closing Night<\/strong><\/td><td>BONKA + Special Guest<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What to Expect<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">SPLASH is a high-energy, nightlife-driven Songkran party set directly on RCA, one of Bangkok\u2019s busiest club districts. Expect a dense crowd, strong bass-heavy sets, and consistent water spraying throughout the night, with a mix of international headliners and Asian electronic acts. Compared to larger festival-style events, SPLASH leans more toward a street party atmosphere with club-level intensity and nonstop energy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1350\" height=\"1350\" src=\"https:\/\/happytest.shop\/wp-content\/uploads\/article-photos_2026-onyx-splash-to-space.jpeg\" alt=\"Splash to Space at Onyx event poster\" class=\"wp-image-8944\" srcset=\"https:\/\/happytest.shop\/wp-content\/uploads\/article-photos_2026-onyx-splash-to-space.jpeg 1350w, https:\/\/happytest.shop\/wp-content\/uploads\/article-photos_2026-onyx-splash-to-space-960x960.jpeg 960w, https:\/\/happytest.shop\/wp-content\/uploads\/article-photos_2026-onyx-splash-to-space-150x150.jpeg 150w, https:\/\/happytest.shop\/wp-content\/uploads\/article-photos_2026-onyx-splash-to-space-768x768.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/happytest.shop\/wp-content\/uploads\/article-photos_2026-onyx-splash-to-space-12x12.jpeg 12w, https:\/\/happytest.shop\/wp-content\/uploads\/article-photos_2026-onyx-splash-to-space-300x300.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/happytest.shop\/wp-content\/uploads\/article-photos_2026-onyx-splash-to-space-600x600.jpeg 600w, https:\/\/happytest.shop\/wp-content\/uploads\/article-photos_2026-onyx-splash-to-space-100x100.jpeg 100w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1350px) 100vw, 1350px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Practical Tips for All Songkran Festivals<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Protect Your Stuff<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Almost everyone brings a waterproof pouch. Without one, your phone will likely be soaked within minutes, along with anything else in your pockets.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Wear the Right Shoes<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Expect mud, water, and thousands of people moving around in a wet crowd. Wear sandals or shoes you don\u2019t mind ruining, because whatever footwear you do use, will likely be a one-time use.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Expect to Get Completely Soaked<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">These festivals are built around water. Plan your clothing accordingly and avoid bringing anything you want to keep dry. <strong>YOU WILL NOT STAY DRY.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Plan Your Transportation<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Songkran week in Bangkok means heavy traffic everywhere. Public transit, taxis, and ride-hailing apps all get busy around festival hours, so leaving extra travel time is always a good idea.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Harm Reduction &amp; Safety Tips<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Songkran is incredible, but <strong>Bangkok in April is hot, chaotic, and intense<\/strong>. Between the heat, the crowds, and hours of dancing in wet conditions, it\u2019s easy to push your body further than expected. A little preparation goes a long way.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Heat Is the Hidden Risk<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">April is typically the <strong>hottest month of the year in Bangkok<\/strong>, with temperatures often reaching <strong>35\u00b0C+ (95\u00b0F+)<\/strong> and extremely high humidity. Add alcohol, dancing, and dense crowds, and overheating can happen quickly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Carry water and refill often.<\/strong> Both festivals sell drinks and usually have water stations.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Take breaks when needed.<\/strong> Step back from the crowd, find shade, and cool down.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Listen to your body.<\/strong> Dizziness, confusion, nausea, or suddenly stopping sweating can be early signs of heat exhaustion.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If that happens, <strong>move to shade immediately, cool down with water, and find festival medical staff<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Test What You Take<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Substances sold as MDMA or other party drugs in Southeast Asia are often <strong>not what people expect<\/strong>. Tests in the region have found pills containing methamphetamine, caffeine, or unknown synthetic chemicals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A simple <strong>test kit<\/strong> can help identify what may actually be present. <strong>Fentanyl-Teststreifen<\/strong> can detect dangerous contamination in seconds. Testing takes only a couple of minutes and can prevent serious harm.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You can order fentanyl test strips and reagent kits from <a href=\"https:\/\/happytest.shop\/de\/shop\/\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/happytest.shop\/shop\">Gl\u00fccklicher Testshop<\/a> with discreet delivery anywhere in Thailand.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Know the Law<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Thailand has some of the strictest drug laws in Southeast Asia. Possession of many substances carries severe penalties, including long prison sentences.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Large festivals also typically have visible police presence and security checks, especially during major holidays like Songkran. Understanding the risks and making informed decisions is an important part of staying safe.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Get Ready for Songkran 2026<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This is shaping up to be the biggest Songkran in years. Two world-class festivals, stacked lineups, and Bangkok&#8217;s streets turning into the world&#8217;s largest water fight, yet again!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you&#8217;re heading to Songkran and want to be smart about it, grab a <a href=\"https:\/\/happytest.shop\/de\/shop\/\">testing kit from Happy Test Shop<\/a> before you go.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For more guides and harm reduction resources, visit the <a href=\"https:\/\/happytest.shop\/de\/blog\/\">Happy Test Shop blog<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"font-size:22px\"><strong>See you in the water<\/strong>!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group padding--s has-background has-small-font-size\" style=\"border-top-left-radius:4px;border-top-right-radius:4px;border-bottom-left-radius:4px;border-bottom-right-radius:4px;background-color:#f4f4f4\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--50);font-size:14px\">*<strong>Disclaimer: <\/strong>Happy Test Shop does not condone, encourage, or promote the purchase, possession, or use of illegal substances. Our products and educational content are provided solely for harm reduction purposes \u2014 helping individuals better understand potential risks and make informed decisions about their safety. Drug testing kits are tools intended to reduce harm and prevent accidental exposure to dangerous adulterants, but they do not guarantee safety and should not be interpreted as approval or endorsement of substance use.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>What Makes This Guide Different Most Songkran guides cover one festival or the other. We break down both S2O and Siam Songkran side by side, plus other festivals going in the city \u2014 lineups, vibes, logistics \u2014 so you can plan your full week without opening 15 tabs. 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