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Laos is full of colorful festivals and celebrations happening all the time. Stay up to date on events going on around the country and join in the fun!

Dates and activities may be subject to change during the Covid-19 pandemic situation

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MARCH

VIENTIANE VIENTIANE INTERNATIONAL HALF MARATHON

For both casual and serious runners, this half marathon offers 5 km, 10.5 km, and 21 km options. To register or learn more: vientianehalfmarathon.com

The largest festival in Laos sees the nation devolve into a week-long water fi ght. Families get together to make merit and visit temples to bring blessings for the coming year. The water throwing brings a nice respite to the intense summer heat. It is exceptionally fascinating to visit Luang Prabang during this time, as there are many more traditional pageants, parades, and customs unique to this festival.

1. Throwing water at one another has become an iconic festivity 2. Pouring water over statues of the Buddha represents purifi cation and the washing away of both sins and bad luck.

3. The ancestor spirits of Luang Prabang dance in their annual procession 4. People celebrating with traditional Khaen music

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14–16

APRIL

NATIONWIDE LAO NEW YEAR (PI MAI LAO)

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