Exciting news to all Festival Lovers and Foodies, this is an event you do not want to miss out on!

The annual Florida Lao New Year Festival is set to kick off for an exciting 3 days of celebration on April 18th - 20th.

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This is a one of a kind New Years celebration like no other. Make plans to come experience this absolute treat!

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We would love to have you join us for this joyful, vibrant, and most cherished time of the year to reunite with friends, family, and loved ones.

What to expect...
-Water plays an important part in the celebration as it is an important symbol of life. The playful pouring and splashing of water symbolizes cleansing, purification, renewal, and the washing away of sins and misfortune... so be prepared to get wet on Sunday, April 20th, for the Songkran Water Splashing Festivities. Please remember to bring your water toys for the battle.

What's in store...
- Authentic Asian cuisine
- 55+ Vendors
- Friday LNY Night Market
- Live Band Entertainment, DJ, Karaoke
- Miss Nang Sangkhan Beauty Pageant
- Cultural Dance Performances
- Alms Givings and New Years Ceremonies
- Songkran Parade
- Water Splashing Festivities

Schedule of Events:

Friday, April 18, 2025

3:00 pm - 9:00 pm: LNY Night Market - Asian Street Food Galore

Saturday, April 19, 2025

8:00 am - 9:00 pm: All Day fun-filled New Year Festivities

- $10 Admission
- Children 13 and under are free

Sunday, April 20, 2025

8:00 am - 7:00 pm: Songkran Water Splashing Festivities

- $10 Admission
- Children 13 and under are free

Date:
April 18 - 20, 2025

Hours:
Friday, April 18, 2025, 3:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Saturday, April 19, 2025, 8:00 am - 9:00 pm
Sunday, April 20, 2025, 8:00 am - 7:00 pm

Location:
Wat Navaram Buddhist Temple,
2381 Narcissus Avenue,
Sanford, FL 32771

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