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Dai Water Splashing Festival Celebration

傣族泼水庆典

The Dai Water Splashing Festival is one of the most important festivals in Mangshi, usually held in mid-April. It is a major celebration of the Dai New Year, symbolizing the washing away of misfortunes and welcoming a new beginning. During the festival, locals and tourists splash water on each other, and the streets are filled with singing, dancing, and music.

Getting there
usually held in the main square or cultural park of the city center
Hours
Mid-April
Price
Free entry

Listing from Wikivoyage: Mangshi, CC BY-SA 4.0.

Updated 28 Sept 2026. Something wrong? Tell us.