What's open on Songkran (Thai New Year) 2025 in Thailand?
Songkran (Thai New Year) 2025 falls on 13 April 2025.
Songkran runs 13–15 April. Malls, 7-Eleven and tourist-area venues stay open; banks, government offices and many family-run shops close for the full period.
Chain opening hours
| Venue / Chain | Category | Holiday Status | Hours | Verification & Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
PTT Station & Cafe Amazon24/7 Duty Highway and city petrol stations open 24/7 throughout holiday periods Editorial | Petrol & EV Charging | Open | 24 hours | 2026-04-20 pttor.com |
Bumrungrad & Bangkok Hospital ER24/7 Duty 24/7 emergency departments, trauma care and international clinics fully operational Editorial1378 | Urgent Care & Clinics | Open | 24 hours | 2026-04-20 bumrungrad.com |
Editorial | Convenience Stores | Open | 24 hours | 2026-08-17 Official Source |
Editorial | Supermarkets & Groceries | Open | 06:00–24:00 | 2026-04-10 lotuss.com |
Editorial | Supermarkets & Groceries | Open | 08:00–22:00 | 2026-04-10 bigc.co.th |
Editorial | Supermarkets & Groceries | Open | 09:00–21:00 | 2026-04-10 tops.co.th |
Mall and streetfront branches open regular hours during Songkran holidays Editorial | Pharmacies & Chemists | Open | 10:00–21:00 | 2026-04-20 th.boots.com |
| Restaurants & Cafes | Open | 24 hours | 2026-04-20 mcdonalds.co.th | |
Main airport and shopping mall branches open; standard street post offices closed Editorial | Post & Parcel Lockers | Reduced hours | 09:00–17:00 | 2026-04-20 thailandpost.co.th |
Street branches closed on official bank holidays; mall micro-branches and ATMs open Editorial | Banks & ATMs | Closed | Closed All Day | 2026-04-20 bangkokbank.com |
Operates normal full timetable during Songkran with extra festival train services Editorial | Public Transit & Transport | Open | 06:00–00:00 | 2026-04-20 bts.co.th |
Frequently asked questions
Are shops open on Songkran (Thai New Year) 2025 in Thailand?
Songkran runs 13–15 April. Malls, 7-Eleven and tourist-area venues stay open; banks, government offices and many family-run shops close for the full period. Typically closed: banks, government, some local shops.
When is Songkran (Thai New Year) in 2025?
Songkran (Thai New Year) falls on 13 April 2025 (2025-04-13) in 2025.