Thailand Public Holidays 2026
Thailand has 16 public holidays and 0 observances in 2026. Explore the full holiday calendar below.
All Holidays
| Date | Day | Name | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Thu | New Year's Day | public | |
| Tue | Makha Bucha | public | |
| Mon | Chakri Memorial Day | public | |
| Wed | Songkran Festival | public | |
| Mon | Coronation Day | public | |
| Sun | Vesak Day | public | |
| Wed | Queen Suthida's Birthday | public | |
| Tue | King's Birthday | public | |
| Wed | Asalha Puja | public | |
| Thu | Buddhist Lent | public | |
| Wed | The Queen Mother's Birthday | public | |
| Tue | King Bhumibol Adulyadej Memorial Day | public | |
| Fri | King Chulalongkorn Day | public | |
| Sat | King Bhumibol Adulyadej's Birthday | public | |
| Thu | Constitution Day | public | |
| Thu | New Year's Eve | public |
About Thailand's Holidays
Thailand has many important days that mix national pride and religion. People observe New Year and Songkran as big public holidays. Royal birthdays and Constitution Day honor the king and the country. Banks and offices often close for these events.
Buddhist festivals like Visakha Bucha and Makha Bucha mark holy days with temple visits, candles and quiet ceremonies. Loy Krathong is a cultural night of floating small decorated baskets on water. Celebrations can be calm and respectful or lively and fun depending on the holiday.
Holiday Traditions
In Thailand, holidays blend religion, royalty, and local customs. People visit temples to make merit, give alms to monks, and light candles. Respect for elders and showing gratitude are common themes.
Families often gather for shared meals. Traditional foods like sticky rice, grilled meats, and sweet desserts are served. Younger people give blessings and sometimes money or gifts to elders.
Public celebrations include parades, music, and colorful decorations. Streets can fill with lanterns, flags, and floral displays. Community fairs and markets offer snacks, crafts, and performances that bring neighbors together.
Travel Tips
Visiting Thailand (th) during the holiday season means many government offices and banks will be closed. Some small shops and markets stay open, but opening hours can change. Tourist attractions may have special hours or be crowded with locals and visitors.
Transport gets very busy. Airports, trains, buses, and ferries see long lines and sold out seats. Roads around cities and tourist spots can be jammed. Book flights, trains, and ferries well in advance and arrive early at stations and airports.
Plan for crowds and limited services. Book hotels early and confirm reservations. Carry some cash because ATMs may run low. Use trusted apps for taxis and check local holiday dates and opening times before you go.