From making Thai herbal inhalers to indoor playgrounds, here’s where you can enjoy Songkran in Bangkok without getting soaked.
While many dive into the splashes with kid friendly or kid-free Songkran events, not everyone wants to spend the whole holiday soaked.
Whether you’re planning a break from the water fights or simply prefer to stay dry, there are plenty of things to do in Bangkok with kids to enjoy the festivities without getting drenched.
You can head to MBK to catch Thai cultural performances, bring the kids to MeLand for indoor fun or join creative workshops such as herbal inhaler making and Thai scent crafting.
Here are the best places in Bangkok to enjoy a culture-filled celebration without losing your cool.
Top places to celebrate dry Songkran in Bangkok
1. MBK Songkran Thai cultural celebration
Even though the Siam area is known for its full-on water fight action, you can celebrate a dry Songkran in Bangkok right here. This mall presents a curated showcase of Thai culture through live performances on the Skywalk. Watch dramatic Khon (Thai masked dance) unfold, with dancers reenacting scenes from the Ramayana – a legendary tale of gods, heroes, and the battle between good and evil – told through intricate costumes and precise choreography. High-energy Muay Thai demonstrations add even more intensity to the lineup. Best of all, it’s completely free.
Where: Skywalk, MBK Center, Bangkok
How much: No entry fee
When: 11–15 April, 4 & 6pm
2. MeLand
An indoor playground is always a go-to escape from Bangkok’s heat, but MeLand turns it into a dry Songkran in Bangkok with added activities throughout the day. Grab a special all-day pass (B3,880 from B4,880 for one child and one adult), then let the kids dive into play while joining hands-on workshops including DIY slippers and a traditional Thai costume photoshoot. If they still want a splash, there’s also a water-spraying session in the car-washing zone. Each workshop runs for 2.5 hours with a group of 10 participants. Get the tickets here.
Where: 5th Floor, Siam Paragon. Call: 02-078-8351, 02-078-8352
How much: B3,880 for an all-day pass for one child and one adult
When: 10–15 April, times vary by each workshop
3. Nextopia: Culture of tomorrow
To celebrate a dry Songkran in Bangkok, Siam Paragon presents an eco-conscious take on the festivities. A highlight is the Crystal Pagoda made from recycled materials. You can bring a used plastic bottle, write a wish, and place it inside as part of a symbolic Thai New Year ritual. There’s also live Thai funk music from 6:30–7:30pm, along with green workshops such as eco-printed fabric bags (10–11 April) and eggshell soy wax candles (12 April). Browse a curated craft market packed with local finds, handmade goods, and creative pieces.
Where: 5th Floor, Siam Paragon, Bangkok
How much: No entry fee
When: 10–15 April, 10am–midnight
4. Ya dom herbal workshop
Ya dom, or Thai herbal inhalers, are an everyday essential that many Thais can’t live without. For a dry Songkran in Bangkok, this five-star hotel hosts a hands-on workshop where you can create your own custom blend. Led by Homprung by Baihor, a local brand known for reimagining traditional Thai herbal remedies in a contemporary way, the session lets you explore natural ingredients, mix your own formula, and craft a personalised inhaler that reflects Thai wisdom in a modern form. The workshop also runs from 10am to 5pm, so you can drop by anytime throughout the day.
Where: Tea & Tipple, 23rd Floor, Centara Grand at Central World
How much: No entry fee
When: 14 April, 10am–5pm
5. Crafting memories through the art of Thai scenting workshop
Nam Ob Nang Loy (น้ำอบนางลอย) is a fragrant Thai scented water, infused with floral and herbal notes, traditionally used during Songkran for blessings and gentle rituals. Bringing this tradition into a dry Songkran in Bangkok, this workshop offers a 90-minute, hands-on session that also introduces kids to Thai culture in an engaging way. Through storytelling and guided steps, you’ll explore natural ingredients, mix your own signature scent and bottle it to take home. Limited to 10 persons per session. Register by sending them a message on Instagram.
Where: Homprung by Baihor, Bangkok Old Town, 10 minutes walk from MRT Sam Yot, Bangkok. Call: 095-779-4622
How much: B900 per person
When: 11 and 13 April, 11am–12:30pm and 3–4:30pm
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6. Thai unique scent workshop
Another dry Songkran in Bangkok activity, this workshop spotlights pang rum (แป้งร่ำ), a traditional Thai scented powder made from floral ingredients, long associated with Songkran for its refreshing fragrance and cooling feel during the hot season. In this session, you’ll learn the traditional technique, where ingredients are gently infused with floral scents through aromatic smoke, before blending your own powder and shaping it by hand. You’ll also take home a beautifully scented jar. Running all day (10am–9pm), you can walk in anytime. Register via their Line Official.
Where: 5th Floor, Siam Paragon, Bangkok
How much: B600 per person
When: 13-15 April, 10am–9pm
7. Freedom learn special: Thai-style cooling fan workshop
We know it’s seriously hot in Bangkok right now, so if you just don’t want kids to get soaked, this dry Songkran in Bangkok is a fun way to cool down creatively. They can design their own Thai-style cooling fan inspired by their favourite Thai flavours. Pick from options such as som tam or tom yum, then paint them onto the fan however they like. It’s a hands-on way to stay cool while making something they can actually use all summer long.
Where: TK Park, 8th Floor, Central World, Bangkok. Call: 089-670-4600
How much: No entry fee
When: Until 30 April, 11am–4pm
8. Songkran feast at Goji Kitchen + Bar
Thai New Year is all about family gatherings, and if you’re after a dry Songkran in Bangkok with a feast to match, head to Goji Kitchen + Bar. The restaurant transforms into a vibrant Thai floating market, serving up a wide spread of local flavours and global favourites. Over three days, the chefs recreate a Songkran market experience, featuring dishes such as som tum talay (papaya salad with prawns, blue crab and squid), grilled mala seafood, pad thai with river prawns, hoi tod (crispy fried oyster bites), and jaew hon (spicy Thai hot pot with wagyu beef and kurobuta pork).
Where: G Floor, Bangkok Marriott Marquis Queen’s Park, 10 minutes walk from EmQuatier, Bangkok. Call: 02-059-5999
How much: Starting at B2,599 per person
When: 13–15 April, midday–2:30pm for lunch and 5:30–10pm for dinner
9. Riverside Songkran heritage
If you’re after a dry Songkran in Bangkok, this riverside experience offers a calm escape from the crowds. Set along the Chao Phraya River, it combines live performances with a laid-back dining atmosphere. Kids can enjoy the theatrical show “The Eternal Siam,” which brings Thai history and culture to life through dance, music, and storytelling inspired by traditional legends. Then indulge in a generous buffet of Thai and international dishes. Reserve here.
Where: Sala Lakorn, G Floor, Anantara Riverside Bangkok Resort, 10 minutes drive from BTS Krung Thon Buri, Bangkok. Call: 02-431-9486
How much: B1,450 per child and starting at B2,900 per adult
When: 10–15 April, 6-10pm (Show starts from 7pm onwards)
10. Family day brunch at Avani Ratchada Bangkok
If you’ve spent the day splashing around and need a break, this family brunch is a great way to enjoy a dry Songkran in Bangkok. Designed for sharing, it brings you and your little ones together over premium seafood on ice, live grill stations, BBQ favourites, and festive Thai dishes alongside international classics such as peking duck.
Where: One Ratchada Restaurant, G Floor, Avani Ratchada Bangkok Hotel, connected to MRT Rama 9, Bangkok. Call: 02-641-1500,
How much: B1,299 per person with a special come 4, pay 3 offer
When: 14 April, 11am–3pm
