Bangkok Songkran Bear Week 2025

Bangkok Songkran Bear Week 2025

Bangkok Songkran Bear Week is an extraordinary celebration of bear culture held during Thailand’s Songkran Water Festival.

• Stay at the host hotel of the main events, the Holiday Inn Bangkok Silom. The Travel Proud certified hotel features clean, spacious rooms with tasteful decor, complemented by excellent facilities, including a delicious buffet breakfast at The Brasserie and their friendly and attentive staff.

The Event

• Next Edition: Saturday April 12th – Tuesday April 15th, 2025.
• Celebrate all things “Bear” this April as Bangkok becomes a furry Metropolis of fun during the Thai New Year celebrations.
• The bear week features four days and nights of events, including a wet and foam night.
• Other signature events include the Mr Bear International contest, a harness party and the Songkran Parade.
• Join thousands of hot bears and mix and mingle with an army of GoGo bears and sexy hosts.

Bangkok Twilight

• Awaiting dates – Bangkok Twilight – Bearbylon – Foam & Wet Park, from 4 pm to 10 pm.
• Kick-off Bangkok Songkran Bear Week with Bangkok Twilight, an exhilarating foam and wet park party.
• Dance to the beats of bear DJs (Thailand/Japan/Mexico) and splash around in the foam.
• The event takes over the River City Bangkok.
• Upgrade your Bangkok Hotel experience at the Travel Proud certified Eastin Grand Hotel Sathorn, rated “Wonderful” by guests. We love the 5-star hotel’s fresh and modern decor, comfortable king beds, and large bathtubs, perfect for relaxation after a weekend of partying.

Mr Bear International

• Awaiting dates – Mr Bear International – From 7 pm to 9 pm.
• Witness the crowning of the next Mr Bear International on Saturday Night.
• Bears from around the globe will compete for the title at the Holiday Inn Bangkok Silom.
• The event promises a night of excitement, entertainment, and camaraderie.

Bearism – Harness Party

• Awaiting dates – Harness Party from 9 pm until late.
• Bearism is the main Saturday night event, a harness cave party at the Holiday Inn Bangkok Silom,
• Dance to the electric beats of the world’s top bear DJs.
• Mix and mingle with the hottest bears from Asia and around the world.

Bangkok Songkran Parade

• Awaiting dates – Parade – Time and route to be confirmed.
• Bangkok’s Songkran procession is an unforgettable cultural experience.
• Experience the joy and excitement of the event as you make your way through the city streets.
• Route to be confirmed.
• Discover the best places to party, stay and play during Songkran with our Gay Bangkok Guide.

Songrkan – Traditions and More

• Songkran is the traditional Thai New Year festival known for its spirited water fights and cultural events.
• It is celebrated from April 13th to 15th and marks the beginning of the Buddhist calendar year.
• A colourful parade usually features ornate floats, dancers in traditional attire, and religious icons.
• The procession often starts at significant cultural landmarks and winds through the streets of Bangkok.
• Check out the top hotels close to the gay district of Silom.

The Water Battles

• Spraying each other with water during Songkran symbolises washing away bad luck, misfortunes, and sins from the past year.
• It’s also seen as a gesture of goodwill, blessing, and wishing happiness and prosperity for others.
• The practice reflects Thailand’s tropical climate, offering a refreshing escape from the hottest month of the year: April.
• This tradition has evolved into a fun and widespread water fight, embodying joy and community spirit while still rooted in its original symbolic meaning of purification and renewal.
• Top Tips: Apply waterproof sunscreen and wear a hat or cap. Wear quick-drying clothes and avoid white fabrics. Waterproof your valuables.

The Venues

• River City Bangkok – Located on the on the Chao Phraya, is a centre for art and antiques with several exhibition spaces and hosts Foam & Wet Park event.
• It is 12 minutes from Silom’s gay district. Take the BTS Skytrain from a station in Silom (e.g., Sala Daeng) to Saphan Taksin station on the Silom Line.
• Take the Chao Phraya Express or Tourist Boat to Si Phraya Pier (N3). River City is a short walk from there.
• Holiday Inn Bangkok Silom –  Situated just a 7-minute walk from Surasak Skytrain station in Bang Rak and close to major attractions like Wat Pho temple and Pratunam Market, the hotel offers convenience.
• Despite its central location, it is a quiet oasis amidst the hustle and bustle, providing a peaceful retreat in the heart of Bangkok.

Where to stay in Bangkok

Here are the hotels we recommend that have good reviews and keep you close to all the action,

W Bangkok Hotel,   COMO Metropolitan,   Banyan Tree,   Bandara Suites.