Thailand Public Holidays 2026
National holidaysGovernment office dates
National Public Holidays
Nationwide public holidays shown by the Bangkok Post.
Date
Holiday
Start of the calendar year and a major travel period. Many offices, banks, and businesses close.
An additional government-declared holiday extending the New Year break period.
An important Buddhist holy day marking a gathering of monks to hear the Buddha's teachings. Many people visit temples and make merit.
Commemorates the founding of the Chakri Dynasty and honors Thai kings in the current royal line.
Thai New Year festival. Traditionally focused on family visits, temple merit-making, and respectful water-pouring rituals.
Continuation of the Songkran holiday period. Travel, family gatherings, and local ceremonies remain common nationwide.
Final official Songkran holiday day in many calendars, with heavy domestic travel and some reduced office services.
Recognizes workers and labor rights. Closures can vary by sector, but many offices and businesses adjust hours.
Royal holiday marking the coronation of the reigning monarch. Government offices usually close.
Major Buddhist holy day associated with the Buddha's birth, enlightenment, and passing. This is the observed closure date in the 2026 official list.
Royal holiday celebrating Her Majesty Queen Suthida's birthday.
Royal holiday marking His Majesty the King's birthday, commonly observed with ceremonies and displays.
Buddhist holy day commemorating the Buddha's first sermon. Many Thais visit temples and participate in candlelight processions.
Royal holiday honoring Queen Sirikit, also widely recognized as Mother's Day in Thailand.
Memorial day honoring King Bhumibol Adulyadej (Rama IX), with remembrance activities and official ceremonies.
Honors King Chulalongkorn (Rama V), remembered for major reforms and modernization of Thailand.
Observed closure day for Father's Day / King Bhumibol birthday period when 5 December falls on a weekend.
Marks the adoption of Thailand's first permanent constitution in 1932. Government offices typically close.
Year-end holiday with heavy travel and celebrations. Plan immigration, banking, and transport around closures.
Additional Official Holiday Date
Additional date shown by the Bangkok Post.
Date
Holiday
Beginning of the Buddhist Lent period (Khao Phansa), when monks traditionally remain in one temple for the rainy season retreat.
Source
Holiday dates on this page follow the Bangkok Post 2026 official Thailand holidays graphic. Bangkok Post