

# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Songkran Merit Making Day
- **Event Start and End Date**: Sun, 03 May, 2026 at 12:00 am – Sun, 03 May, 2026 at 05:00 am (+10:00)
- **Event Description**: Join us for a beautiful and meaningful celebration of Thai culture at Songkran Merit Making Day, a free community event welcoming people of all ages.

Songkran marks the Thai New Year and is a time for reflection, renewal and connection. This special day offers the opportunity to experience traditional merit making practices, receive blessings, and immerse yourself in the richness of Thai culture right here in Hervey Bay.

Throughout the day, you’ll be able to take part in a traditional Buddhist blessing ceremony with monks, enjoy authentic Thai food and desserts, and experience cultural performances that bring the spirit of Songkran to life. A highlight of the event is the traditional water blessing, symbolising cleansing, respect and good fortune for the year ahead.

This is a family-friendly event designed to bring the community together in a welcoming, respectful and vibrant atmosphere.

Event Details:
Date: Sunday 3 May 2026
Time: 10:00am – 3:00pm
Location: Hervey Bay Neighbourhood Centre, 22 Charles Street, Pialba
Cost: Free

What to Expect:
- Buddhist blessing ceremony with monks
- Traditional merit making
- Thai food and desserts available
- Cultural performances
- Traditional Songkran water blessing
- Family-friendly community atmosphere

This event is part of the HBNC’s Local Learning Network, a series of courses and workshops aimed at introducing Fraser Coast residents to new ideas, skills and friends. This event is Supported by the Australian Government Department of Social Services
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/pialba/songkran-merit-making-day/200029830490605
- **Event Categories**: Workshops
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 16

## Ticket Details

- **Ticket URL**: http://facebook.com/200029830490605?utm_source=AllEvents.in&utm_medium=event-discovery-platform&utm_campaign=pialba-events

## Event venue details

- **city**: Pialba
- **state**: QL
- **country**: Australia
- **location**: 22 Charles St Pialba, Hervey Bay, QLD, Australia, Queensland 4655
- **lat**: -25.28241
- **long**: 152.83771
- **full address**: 22 Charles St Pialba, Hervey Bay, QLD, Australia, Queensland 4655, 22 Charles St, Pialba QLD 4655, Australia, Pialba

## Event Organizer details

- **affiliate_id**: 2
- **organizer**: HBNC (https://allevents.in/org/hbnc/22445166)

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When is the event happening?
  - **A:** Sun, 03 May, 2026 at 12:00 am (+10:00)
- **Q**: Where is the event happening?
  - **A:** 22 Charles St Pialba, Hervey Bay, QLD, Australia, Queensland 4655, 22 Charles St, Pialba QLD 4655, Australia, Pialba
- **Q**: Who is organizing the event?
  - **A:** HBNC
- **Q**: What type of event is this?
  - **A:** Workshops
- **Q**: Where can I find ticket details about Songkran Merit Making Day ?
  - **A:** You can find ticket details about this event on AllEvents.

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