Pattaya City is set to host the grand “Pattaya Songkran Wan Lai 2026”, organized by the Tourism Authority of Thailand (Pattaya Office) in collaboration with Pattaya City, the Chonburi Provincial Cultural Office, and MONOMAX. The event will transform Pattaya Beach into a vibrant “Wan Lai by the Sea,” blending Thai cultural traditions with modern entertainment.

The festival will take place from April 17–19, 2026, from 12:00 PM to midnight at Pattaya Central Beach, with free admission. Highlights include live concerts by leading Thai artists such as INK Waruntorn, Tattoo Colour, 4EVE, Jeff Satur, New Country, Lipta, PROXIE, THX, F.HERO, INDIGO, Maiyarap, and Joeyboy. On April 19, visitors can also enjoy a live broadcast of the Premier League big match between Liverpool and Everton by the beach.

Mr. Chaiwat Tamthai stated that the event is expected to elevate Songkran to an international level, generating over 500 million baht per day and attracting more than 100,000 attendees. Meanwhile, Mr. Damrongkiat Pinijkan highlighted the concept “Splash, Cheer, Fun,” combining water festivities, concerts, sports, and traditional cultural activities, along with over 100 local food vendors.

Pol. Col. Anek Sarathongyu confirmed strict security measures, with over 300 officers deployed alongside AI and CCTV systems. Ms.Hataitip Madjui noted that the event integrates music, sports, and culture to meet the needs of modern tourists and promote Thai events globally. Mr. Panthawat Nakvisut, CEO of Lottery Plus Co., Ltd., together with THX artists—Bambam Butree Kanjaruek, Tata Punnawan Leelaburanathanakul, Cheer Jinyapat Tantikitichaiyakul, and Cindy Cindy Schmid—also joined to affirm the event’s readiness, reinforcing Pattaya Songkran as a must-visit international festival this year