The country that celebrates the festival of Songkran to welcome the Thai New Year is Thailand. Known as the Water Festival, it is celebrated every April and involves water fights and various cultural rituals. People splash water on each other as a symbol of cleansing and renewal, representing the washing away of misfortunes from the past year. In addition to water activities, locals and visitors participate in traditional prayers, temple visits, and offering food to monks, fostering a sense of community and cultural identity.