Thai Public Holidays
Complete calendar of Thai public holidays for 2025-2027, including royal ceremonies, Buddhist holy days, and national celebrations
Alcohol Ban Days
On Buddhist holy days (Makha Bucha, Visakha Bucha, Asanha Bucha, and Khao Phansa), alcohol sales are prohibited by law. Bars, clubs, and restaurants cannot sell or serve alcoholic beverages. Plan accordingly!
Banks and Government Offices
All public holidays result in bank closures and government office closures. Shopping malls and private businesses may remain open.
January
2 holidaysNew Year's Day
วันขึ้นปีใหม่
First day of the new year. Thais visit temples to make merit and spend time with family.
New Year Holiday (Substitute)
ชดเชยวันขึ้นปีใหม่
Extended New Year holiday period.
February
1 holidayMakha Bucha Day
วันมาฆบูชา
Buddhist holy day commemorating when 1,250 enlightened monks spontaneously gathered to hear Buddha preach. Alcohol sales are prohibited.
Alcohol Ban in Effect
Alcohol sales and service prohibited on this day
April
4 holidaysChakri Memorial Day
วันจักรี
Commemorates the founding of the Chakri Dynasty by King Rama I in 1782.
Songkran Festival
วันสงกรานต์
Thai New Year. The famous water festival celebrating the traditional Thai New Year with water splashing, temple visits, and family gatherings.
Songkran Festival (Day 2)
วันสงกรานต์
Second day of Songkran, traditionally called Wan Nao (วันเนา).
Songkran Festival (Day 3)
วันสงกรานต์
Final day of Songkran, traditionally called Wan Thaloeng Sok (วันเถลิงศก).
May
3 holidaysNational Labour Day
วันแรงงานแห่งชาติ
Celebrates workers' rights and contributions. Banks and government offices closed, but many businesses remain open.
Coronation Day
วันฉัตรมงคล
Commemorates the coronation of King Maha Vajiralongkorn (Rama X) on May 4, 2019.
Visakha Bucha Day
วันวิสาขบูชา
The most sacred Buddhist holiday, marking Buddha's birth, enlightenment, and death. UNESCO-recognized Day of Vesak. Alcohol sales prohibited.
Alcohol Ban in Effect
Alcohol sales and service prohibited on this day
June
1 holidayH.M. Queen Suthida's Birthday
วันเฉลิมพระชนมพรรษาสมเด็จพระนางเจ้าสุทิดา
Birthday of Her Majesty Queen Suthida Bajrasudhabimalalakshana.
July
3 holidaysAsanha Bucha Day
วันอาสาฬหบูชา
Commemorates Buddha's first sermon to his five disciples. Marks the founding of the Buddhist sangha. Alcohol sales prohibited.
Alcohol Ban in Effect
Alcohol sales and service prohibited on this day
Buddhist Lent Day (Khao Phansa)
วันเข้าพรรษา
Start of Buddhist Lent, a three-month period when monks stay at their temples. Many Thais abstain from alcohol during this period.
Alcohol Ban in Effect
Alcohol sales and service prohibited on this day
H.M. King's Birthday
วันเฉลิมพระชนมพรรษา รัชกาลที่ 10
Birthday of His Majesty King Maha Vajiralongkorn (Rama X). Also National Father's Day.
August
1 holidayH.M. Queen Sirikit's Birthday / Mother's Day
วันเฉลิมพระชนมพรรษาสมเด็จพระบรมราชชนนีพันปีหลวง
Birthday of Queen Mother Sirikit. Also celebrated as National Mother's Day in Thailand.
October
2 holidaysKing Bhumibol Memorial Day
วันคล้ายวันสวรรคต รัชกาลที่ 9
Commemorates the passing of King Bhumibol Adulyadej (Rama IX) in 2016. A day of remembrance and reflection.
Chulalongkorn Day
วันปิยมหาราช
Commemorates King Chulalongkorn (Rama V), beloved for abolishing slavery and modernizing Thailand.
December
3 holidaysKing Bhumibol's Birthday / National Day
วันคล้ายวันพระบรมราชสมภพ รัชกาลที่ 9
Birthday of the late King Bhumibol Adulyadej. Also Thailand's National Day and Father's Day.
Constitution Day
วันรัฐธรรมนูญ
Commemorates Thailand's first permanent constitution.
New Year's Eve
วันสิ้นปี
Last day of the year.
Important Notes:
- Holiday dates may be subject to official announcements by the Thai government
- Buddhist holy days are based on the lunar calendar and dates may vary slightly
- When holidays fall on weekends, substitute days off may be declared
- Alcohol ban hours typically run from midnight to midnight on the specified day