Bangkok is no stranger to lights, but Awakening Song Wat 2025 hits differently! This is not just another festival, it’s a revival. From 8 to 17 August 2025, the historic Song Wat Road will glow with digital art, light installations, and cultural storytelling that connect the past and present.
Happening daily from 6 PM to 11 PM, this festival offers a perfect after-dark plan. Whether you’re coming for creative inspiration, a walk by the river, or just something new to explore.
Event Date: 8-17 August
Province: Bangkok
What Is Awakening Song Wat?
Awakening Song Wat is the first light and digital art festival to take place in Bangkok’s Song Wat area. Organized by Made in Song Wat, this community-driven event is built around the concept of “Culturalight” — a creative interpretation of light that reflects the spirit, rhythm, and way of life in this unique riverside district.
Highlights of Awakening Song Wat 2025
The main highlight of Awakening Song Wat is its transformation of Song Wat Road into a light and digital art festival like no other. This event breathes new life into the old neighborhood, using light to reconnect people with the place.
Through contemporary art exhibitions, the festival turns everyday spaces into creative storytelling zones. Light, color, and digital media are used to reflect the spirit of Song Wat — its past, present, and the people who call it home.
Why Song Wat Road is the Perfect Setting
Tucked between Talad Noi and Chinatown, Song Wat Road has always been full of character — old shophouses, Chinese-Thai heritage, herbal shops, and slow riverside rhythm.
It’s the kind of street that doesn’t need a spotlight, but when it gets one, like in Awakening Song Wat, the layers of life here shine through. This location doesn’t just host the festival. It is the festival.
Tips for Visiting the Festival
Parking is limited, so it’s best to leave the car at home. We recommend taking the MRT to Wat Mangkon Station (Exit 1) and walking about 10 minutes to reach Song Wat. Another scenic option is a boat ride to Ratchawong Pier, followed by a short walk through Talad Noi.
Want to travel in style and skip the hassle? Use the Tuk Tuk to get dropped off right near the festival zone. It’s a fun, easy way to arrive without worrying about traffic or parking.
Extend Your Night: What Else to Explore Nearby
Once you’ve explored Awakening Song Wat, don’t head home just yet. The nearby Talad Noi area is full of bars, riverside art, and quiet corners. Or head to Yaowarat (Chinatown) for night bites and neon. The whole area is walkable, and the creative energy doesn’t stop at the festival boundary.
Explore by Day, Light Up by Night
Want to explore the Song Wat area before the lights come on? Use our Tuk Tuk Pass to hop around local spots in the morning — from hidden cafés to riverside shrines. Available from 9 AM to 1 PM, it’s a great way to experience the daytime charm of Bangkok’s old town before soaking in the glow of Awakening Song Wat after dark.
This way, you get the best of both: heritage by day, art by night.
AWAKENING SONG WAT 2025 (8-17 August 2025)
Bangkok
Opening Hours
| Mon | Closed |
| Tue | Closed |
| Wed | Closed |
| Thu | Closed |
| Fri | Closed |
| Sat | Closed |
| Sun | Closed |