Apr 15, 2021 · Bun Pi Mai—one of the most important festivals and the start of the New Year in the Southeast Asian country of Laos —is a splashy good time for visitors, although a more gentle ordeal than its counterpart in Thailand (Songkran). The Lao New Year takes place in the middle of the hot summer season.

Lao New Year, called Pi Mai (Lao: ປີໃໝ່, [pìː māj]) or less commonly Songkan (Lao: ສົງການ, [sǒŋ.kàːn]), is celebrated every year from 13 or 14 April to 15 or 16 April. Lao New Year is a popular English name for a traditional celebration known …

Mar 15, 2021 · Lao New Year is a popular English name for a traditional celebration known in Laos as "Pi Mai" or "Songkran" (in Lao language), that is famous for its CRAZY WATER FESTIVAL. Let's check out everything about this special holiday in Laos.

Laos celebrates the Lao New Year from 13th to 16th April, 2025. In Lao, the festival is called Pi Mai or Songkran. Lao New Year falls in the hot season in Laos. Celebrations last three days, with every day dedicated to different activities.

Dec 19, 2024 · Laotian New Year, also known as Boun Pimay or Pi Mai, is celebrated annually in mid-April. In 2025, the celebrations will take place from April 13 to 16. Based on the Buddhist calendar and the solar year, the new year begins when the Sun enters Aries.

Mar 6, 2024 · The New Year in Laos, known locally as Boun Pi Mai or Pi Mai, marks an annual traditional festival occurring in the heart of April. Guided by the Buddhist calendar, Laos inaugurates the arrival of its new year when the Sun enters the sign of Aries, thus illuminating the forthcoming festivities.

Jun 28, 2020 · Lao New Year, known as Boun Pi Mai locally, is one of the many festivals and public holidays celebrated throughout the year in the landlocked Southeast Asian nation. It is celebrated by Laotians all over the world.

Aug 31, 2023 · Boun Pi Mai, also known as Laos Water Festival, is one of the most special events to celebrate the Lao New Year Festival. Coming to Laos during this festival, you can enjoy numerous exciting things to enjoy the festive vibe and learn about the Lao traditional culture. What is …

Nov 29, 2017 · Pi Mai Lao is at its most festive in the lovely heritage city of Luang Prabang. Past celebrations have lasted for as long as three weeks filled with colourful ceremonies, parades of traditional Lao costumes, music and dance, a beauty pageant, and even boat races on …

Jan 18, 2023 · Similar to some other countries in South East Asia, such as Cambodia, Thailand, and Myanmar, where Buddhism is the national religion, Laos has its own New Year’s Celebration with a water festival, called “Bun Pi May”.