Understanding Songkran Festival Traditions

Songkran is a New Year festival celebrated in Thailand from April 13th to 15th. During this festival, people engage in the tradition of throwing water on strangers, including those on bicycles and buses, as a way to bring good luck. The festival is marked by smiles and enjoyment, highlighting the communal and joyful spirit of the celebrations.

What is Songkran celebrated as in Thailand?

• A harvest festival

• A New Year festival

• A religious festival

• A music festival

When does the Songkran festival take place?

• June 20th to 22nd

• May 10th to 12th

• April 13th to 15th

• March 1st to 3rd

What is the purpose of throwing water during Songkran?

• To clean the streets

• To bring good luck

• To cool down from the heat

• To water the plants

Who might get splashed with water during Songkran?

• Only people in cars

• Only tourists

• Strangers on the street

• Only family members

How do people generally react to being splashed with water during Songkran?

• They smile and enjoy

• They run away

• They ignore it

• They get angry