Hua Hin Songkran Fest 2026 Kicks Off With Surf Beach Highlight

MGR Online•Society•1d ago

Reader Briefing

Hua Hin's Songkran Festival launched with vibrant activities, including a novel 'Surf Beach' attraction, drawing significant numbers of local and international visitors.

•The "Hua Hin Songkran Fest 2026" has commenced in Prachuap Khiri Khan.
•A new attraction, 'Surf Beach' within a water tunnel, is a major highlight.
•The festival aims to conserve Thai traditions while boosting cultural tourism.
•Activities include a water tunnel, foam party, concerts, and traditional performances.
•The event runs from April 12-13, 2026, and expects continued strong attendance.

Overview

•On April 12, 2026, the "Hua Hin Songkran Fest 2026" was officially opened in Hua Hin, Prachuap Khiri Khan.
•Governor of Prachuap Khiri Khan, Mr. Sittichai Sawdsaen, presided over the opening ceremony of "Hua Hin Songkran Fest 2026".
•Nophon Wutthikul presented a report on the organization of the Songkran festival.
•The traditional Songkran festival is being held from April 12-13, 2026.
•The festival is organized in order to encourage conservation and revival of Thai traditions and promote cultural tourism in Hua Hin.
•This year's festival features a "Hologram" theme, with highlights including a large water tunnel, foam party, and mini-concerts.
•Residents and tourists participated in various activities, including a "Surf Beach" attraction in a water tunnel and traditional folk games.
•On April 13, 2026, at 10:00 AM, there will be a ceremony to anoint the Buddha Sihing image and daily Buddha images, followed by a water pouring ceremony for elders.

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Key Quotes

Nophon Wutthikul

"This traditional Songkran festival is organized from April 12-13, 2026, to encourage children, youth, and the public to jointly conserve and revive Thailand's fine traditional arts and culture, along with promoting Hua Hin's cultural tourism in line with the era."

การจัดงานประเพณีสงกรานต์ในครั้งนี้ จัดขึ้นระหว่างวันที่ 12-13 เมษายน 2026 เพื่อส่งเสริมให้เด็ก เยาวชน และประชาชน ได้ร่วมกันอนุรักษ์ ฟื้นฟูศิลปวัฒนธรรมประเพณีอันดีงามของไทย ควบคู่กับการส่งเสริมการท่องเที่ยวเชิงวัฒนธรรมของเมืองหัวหินให้สอดรับกับยุคสมัย

Key Entities

Place

Hua Hin(หัวหิน)ℹ️

The location where the Songkran festival is being held.

Prachuap Khiri Khan(ประจวบคีรีขันธ์)ℹ️

The province where Hua Hin is located, and the governor of which presided over the festival opening.

Person

Sittichai Sawdsaen(สิทธิชัย สวัสดิ์แสน)

The Governor of Prachuap Khiri Khan who presided over the opening ceremony of the Hua Hin Songkran Fest 2026.

Nophon Wutthikul(นพพร วุฒิกุล)

The Mayor of Hua Hin City Municipality who delivered a report on the organization of the Songkran festival.