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 — lineups, vibes, logistics — 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.
Jump to Event:
- S2O Festival
- SIAM Songkran
- KYVO // 004: Phoenix
- Wipeout Festival 2026
- Splash to Space 2026 (Onyx/RCA)
Details for the Big Events
| S2O Songkran 2026 | SIAM Songkran 2026 | |
|---|---|---|
| Dates | April 11-13, 2026 (3 days) | April 11-14, 2026 (4 days) |
| Venue | S2O Land, Ratchada, Bangkok | Bravo BKK, Arena Area RCA, Rama 9, Bangkok |
| Transit | MRT Thailand Cultural Centre | Grab/taxi to RCA |
| Tickets | Eventpop | Ticketmelon |
| Age | 20+ with valid ID | 20+ with valid ID |
| Theme | “Party in the Universe” | “The Melora” — Unified Thai Heritage |
| Official site | s2ofestival.com | siamsongkran.info |
What is Songkran?
Songkran is Thailand’s New Year, and it’s the biggest holiday on the calendar. Officially running April 13–15, it’s a celebration rooted in water — symbolizing cleansing, renewal, and fresh starts. Traditionally, people gently pour water over the hands of elders as a sign of respect.
That tradition still exists. But modern Songkran in Bangkok? It’s evolved into the world’s largest water fight. Entire streets turn into drenched battlegrounds. Silom Road becomes a kilometers-long water war zone. Khao San Road is pure chaos in the best way. Even the entirety of Sukhumvit Road has trucks driving up and down the streets with hoses shooting water at people from all angles. Strangers soak strangers. Everyone’s laughing. Nobody stays dry.
And then there are the festivals. Over the last decade, Songkran has become one of Asia’s biggest windows for electronic music. S2O and Siam Songkran 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’t find anywhere else on the planet.
If you’re in Bangkok in April, this is the week.
S2O Songkran Music Festival 2026
Theme: “Party in the Universe”
S2O is the OG Songkran music festival — the one that turned Thailand’s water holiday into an international EDM destination for the best DJs in the world. This year they’re transforming S2O Land in Ratchada into an immersive amusement park, and the lineup matches the ambition.
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.
Lineup by Day
April 11 — Opening Night
- Alan Walker B2B Steve Aoki — the world premiere of their Lonely Club project.
- Lost Frequencies — feel-good melodic house
- I Hate Models — raw, dark techno
- William Black — melodic bass and emotional festival anthems
- AC Slater — bass house energy
April 12
- Zedd — electro-pop precision
- Don Diablo — debuting CTRL ALT DEL project in Asia
- Sidepiece — tech house duo behind major festival hits
- Dabin — melodic future bass
- Marie Vaunt — rising techno artist
April 13 — Songkran Day
- Kygo — tropical house royalty
- Gryffin — melodic EDM
- Da Tweekaz — high-energy hardstyle duo
- Ray Volpe — bass music and dubstep
- Frank Walker — upbeat melodic house
What to Expect
S2O is wet. Not “oh there’s some water” wet — 360-degree water cannons synced to the beat wet. LED screens, pyrotechnics, and water jets hit from every angle. You will be soaked within the first 10 minutes. That’s the point.
The front rows of the crowd get especially intense. As the night progresses, the first 10–20 rows often end up standing in ankle-deep water from hours of cannons and thousands of people packed together near the stage.
The 2026 venue — S2O Land on Ratchadaphisek Road — sits close to MRT Thailand Cultural Centre, making it one of the easier large festivals in Bangkok to reach by public transit.
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.
Siam Songkran Music Festival 2026
Theme: “The Melora” — Unified Thai Heritage
Siam Songkran blends international electronic music with visual elements inspired by Thai culture. While the festival has grown into a large international EDM event similar to S2O, its stage design often incorporates Thai architectural or cultural motifs, giving it a bit of a different visual style from S2O’s futuristic aesthetic.
The festival also runs one extra day, continuing the celebration through April 14 after S2O ends.
Lineup by Day
April 11 — Opening Night
- ARTBAT — melodic techno powerhouse duo
- R3HAB — global festival EDM mainstay
- Vini Vici — psytrance legends
- Ben Nicky — high-energy trance and hard dance
- 22Bullets — Thailand’s biggest international EDM export
April 12
- Marshmello — global chart-topping EDM superstar
- Alok — Brazilian festival powerhouse DJ
- Third Party — progressive house specialists
- DubVision — festival progressive house duo
- Matisse & Sadko — melodic progressive house duo
April 13 — Songkran Day
- Martin Garrix — one of the world’s biggest festival headliners
- Agents of Time — melodic techno innovators
- Slushii — melodic bass and future bass
- Arcando — rising melodic bass producer
- 22Bullets — Thai EDM mainstage DJ
April 14 — Closing Night
- John Summit — one of house music’s biggest current stars
- Gorgon City — UK house legends
- DEVAULT — bass-driven electronic producer
- Layton Giordani — driving techno standout
- Y3llO — rising Thai electronic artist
What to Expect
Like S2O, Siam Songkran is a full-scale water music festival with large production, international DJs, and heavy water effects built into the show.
Water cannons and stage hoses blast across the audience throughout the night, and by the time headliners start the entire front section of the crowd is usually soaked. If you’re near the stage, it’s common to be dancing in shallow pools of water later in the evening as the ground fills from hours of spraying and crowd movement.
The festival takes place at Bravo BKK in the RCA district, one of Bangkok’s long-standing nightlife areas.
Siam Songkran is typically partnered with Singha beer as its primary drink sponsor.
KYVO // 004: Phoenix
Theme: Fire & Water — a high-energy elemental concept combining pyrotechnics, water effects, and sunset-driven visuals.
KYVO // 004 returns during Songkran with its most immersive concept yet, transforming the River City Helipad into a custom-built “Fire & Water” 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.
Dates: 10–11 April 2026
Location: River City Helipad, Bangkok
Time: 3PM – 10PM
Ticket Info: https://megatix.in.th/kyvo
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kyvo.events/
Lineup by Day
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. *Specific artists not yet confirmed.
What to Expect
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’s larger Songkran festivals.
Wipeout Festival 2026
Theme: High-energy water festival — large-scale Songkran party with international DJs, heavy water effects, and full production.
Wipeout Festival returns for its 12th anniversary as one of Bangkok’s 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.
Dates: 11–15 April 2026
Location: RCA Rama 9 (Void Club Parking), Bangkok
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wipeoutfestival/
LinkTree: https://linktr.ee/Wipeoutfestival
Lineup by Day
| Date | Artists |
|---|---|
| April 11 | CUEBRICK • Tong Apollo • Mariachi Poom • Nuttrix • Jay Scema • Jame Te • Zara Gift |
| April 12 | Rave Republic • AE Jirakorn • Nui OKB • LEO • XY • AX3 • Alpha • DevilMonkey |
| April 13 (Songkran Day) | LIU • Mamicat • Roxy June • U Saxophone • Goody • Dear Rerox • Jackz • Taidy • Atzone |
| April 14 | NAHSYK x FAHJAH SICK • Make You Freak • Spoii • Gail Werner • Zara Gift • HI8HSUGARR • Dimonda |
| April 15 — Closing Night | SICK INDIVIDUALS • Titan • Lazyprince • Joy Lila • Riviere • Daisy • No Sense • Empty P • Bbass |
What to Expect
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’s larger, more polished productions.
SPLASH Songkran RCA 2026 – Splash to Space
Theme: Space-themed Songkran party outside Onyx club — high-energy club-style water festival with international DJs and RCA’s signature nightlife atmosphere.
Overview: SPLASH returns to RCA in front of ONYX Bangkok with its “Splash to Space” 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’s signature party production.
Dates: 10–15 April 2026
Location: RCA (in front of ONYX Bangkok), Bangkok
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/onyxbangkok/
Splash Official: https://onyxbangkok.club/splash2026
Lineup by Day
| Date | Artists |
|---|---|
| April 10 — Opening Night | ONYX All-Stars (Local DJs) |
| April 11 | DJ SALLY • AmberNa |
| April 12 | TPA & Friends (TPA, WAYD B2B KAEDE) |
| April 13 | NERVO |
| April 14 | 4B |
| April 15 — Closing Night | BONKA + Special Guest |
What to Expect
SPLASH is a high-energy, nightlife-driven Songkran party set directly on RCA, one of Bangkok’s 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.
Practical Tips for All Songkran Festivals
Protect Your Stuff
Almost everyone brings a waterproof pouch. Without one, your phone will likely be soaked within minutes, along with anything else in your pockets.
Wear the Right Shoes
Expect mud, water, and thousands of people moving around in a wet crowd. Wear sandals or shoes you don’t mind ruining, because whatever footwear you do use, will likely be a one-time use.
Expect to Get Completely Soaked
These festivals are built around water. Plan your clothing accordingly and avoid bringing anything you want to keep dry. YOU WILL NOT STAY DRY.
Plan Your Transportation
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.
Harm Reduction & Safety Tips
Songkran is incredible, but Bangkok in April is hot, chaotic, and intense. Between the heat, the crowds, and hours of dancing in wet conditions, it’s easy to push your body further than expected. A little preparation goes a long way.
Heat Is the Hidden Risk
April is typically the hottest month of the year in Bangkok, with temperatures often reaching 35°C+ (95°F+) and extremely high humidity. Add alcohol, dancing, and dense crowds, and overheating can happen quickly.
- Carry water and refill often. Both festivals sell drinks and usually have water stations.
- Take breaks when needed. Step back from the crowd, find shade, and cool down.
- Listen to your body. Dizziness, confusion, nausea, or suddenly stopping sweating can be early signs of heat exhaustion.
If that happens, move to shade immediately, cool down with water, and find festival medical staff.
Test What You Take
Substances sold as MDMA or other party drugs in Southeast Asia are often not what people expect. Tests in the region have found pills containing methamphetamine, caffeine, or unknown synthetic chemicals.
A simple test kit can help identify what may actually be present. Fentanyl test strips can detect dangerous contamination in seconds. Testing takes only a couple of minutes and can prevent serious harm.
You can order fentanyl test strips and reagent kits from Happy Test Shop with discreet delivery anywhere in Thailand.
Know the Law
Thailand has some of the strictest drug laws in Southeast Asia. Possession of many substances carries severe penalties, including long prison sentences.
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.
Get Ready for Songkran 2026
This is shaping up to be the biggest Songkran in years. Two world-class festivals, stacked lineups, and Bangkok’s streets turning into the world’s largest water fight, yet again!
If you’re heading to Songkran and want to be smart about it, grab a testing kit from Happy Test Shop before you go.
For more guides and harm reduction resources, visit the Happy Test Shop blog.
See you in the water!
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