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Thailand Public Holidays 2026
National holidaysGovernment office dates
National Public Holidays
Nationwide public holidays shown by the Bangkok Post.
Date
Holiday
January 1, 2026
New Year's Day
Start of the calendar year and a major travel period. Many offices, banks, and businesses close.
January 2, 2026
Special Holiday
An additional government-declared holiday extending the New Year break period.
March 3, 2026
Makha Bucha
An important Buddhist holy day marking a gathering of monks to hear the Buddha's teachings. Many people visit temples and make merit.
April 6, 2026
Chakri Memorial Day
Commemorates the founding of the Chakri Dynasty and honors Thai kings in the current royal line.
April 13, 2026
Songkran
Thai New Year festival. Traditionally focused on family visits, temple merit-making, and respectful water-pouring rituals.
April 14, 2026
Songkran
Continuation of the Songkran holiday period. Travel, family gatherings, and local ceremonies remain common nationwide.
April 15, 2026
Songkran
Final official Songkran holiday day in many calendars, with heavy domestic travel and some reduced office services.
May 1, 2026
Labour Day
Recognizes workers and labor rights. Closures can vary by sector, but many offices and businesses adjust hours.
May 4, 2026
Coronation Day
Royal holiday marking the coronation of the reigning monarch. Government offices usually close.
June 1, 2026
Visakha Bucha Day (observed)
Major Buddhist holy day associated with the Buddha's birth, enlightenment, and passing. This is the observed closure date in the 2026 official list.
June 3, 2026
H.M. Queen's Birthday
Royal holiday celebrating Her Majesty Queen Suthida's birthday.
July 28, 2026
H.M. King's Birthday
Royal holiday marking His Majesty the King's birthday, commonly observed with ceremonies and displays.
July 29, 2026
Asarnha Bucha Day
Buddhist holy day commemorating the Buddha's first sermon. Many Thais visit temples and participate in candlelight processions.
August 12, 2026
H.M. Queen Mother's Birthday
Royal holiday honoring Queen Sirikit, also widely recognized as Mother's Day in Thailand.
October 13, 2026
H.M. King Bhumibol Memorial Day
Memorial day honoring King Bhumibol Adulyadej (Rama IX), with remembrance activities and official ceremonies.
October 23, 2026
King Chulalongkorn Memorial Day
Honors King Chulalongkorn (Rama V), remembered for major reforms and modernization of Thailand.
December 7, 2026
Substitute Holiday for Father's Day
Observed closure day for Father's Day / King Bhumibol birthday period when 5 December falls on a weekend.
December 10, 2026
Constitution Day
Marks the adoption of Thailand's first permanent constitution in 1932. Government offices typically close.
December 31, 2026
New Year's Eve
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
July 30, 2026
Buddhist Lent
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