East Pattaya’s Nern Plub Wan Songkran draws crowds as traffic slows and police step up patrols

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Crowds gather along Nern Plub Wan in Pattaya for Wan Lai celebrations, as traffic slows and police patrol the area to keep the festivities safe and orderly.

PATTAYA, Thailand – Wan Lai celebrations at Nern Plub Wan in Pattaya remained lively as large numbers of tourists and local residents gathered to enjoy water activities throughout the day of Songkran, April 18.

Residents along the street set up water stations in front of homes and businesses, allowing passersby and festival-goers to cool off and join in the celebrations, creating a fun and festive atmosphere across the area.

The growing crowds led to slow-moving traffic inside the soi, with vehicles and pedestrians sharing the busy streets as more visitors continued arriving throughout the day.

Police from Nongprue Police Station increased patrols in the area to maintain safety and help manage traffic flow. Officers also urged tourists to enjoy the festivities responsibly and politely, while avoiding behavior that could lead to fights or accidents.