Thailand Public Holidays 2026
Thailand observes 18 public holidays in 2026. The table below lists every nationwide holiday with its date and weekday. Regional holidays and non-official observances are marked separately.
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All holidays in 2026
| Date | Day | Holiday | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 1 | Thursday | New Year's Day | Public |
| Mar 3 | Tuesday | Makha Bucha | Public |
| Apr 6 | Monday | Chakri Memorial Day | Public |
| Apr 13 | Monday | Songkran Festival | Public |
| Apr 14 | Tuesday | Songkran Festival | Public |
| Apr 15 | Wednesday | Songkran Festival | Public |
| May 4 | Monday | Coronation Day | Public |
| May 31 | Sunday | Vesak Day | Public |
| Jun 3 | Wednesday | Queen Suthida's Birthday | Public |
| Jul 28 | Tuesday | King's Birthday | Public |
| Jul 29 | Wednesday | Asalha Puja | Public |
| Jul 30 | Thursday | Buddhist Lent | Public |
| Aug 12 | Wednesday | The Queen Mother's Birthday | Public |
| Oct 13 | Tuesday | King Bhumibol Adulyadej Memorial Day | Public |
| Oct 23 | Friday | King Chulalongkorn Day | Public |
| Dec 5 | Saturday | King Bhumibol Adulyadej's Birthday | Public |
| Dec 10 | Thursday | Constitution Day | Public |
| Dec 31 | Thursday | New Year's Eve | Public |
Data source: the open-source date-holidays dataset. Verify critical dates with official government sources. · Last updated: July 20, 2026
About public holidays in Thailand
Public holidays in Thailand are days when most schools, banks, government offices and many businesses are closed nationwide. Dates for religious and lunar-calendar holidays can shift from year to year, and governments occasionally move observed dates when a holiday falls on a weekend. Always confirm critical dates with an official source before booking travel or scheduling business.
Frequently asked questions
- How many public holidays does Thailand have in 2026?
- Thailand has 18 nationwide public holidays in 2026, plus additional observances and regional holidays.
- What is the next public holiday in Thailand?
- The next public holiday in Thailand is King's Birthday on July 28, 2026.
- Are shops and banks closed on public holidays in Thailand?
- On nationwide public holidays most banks, government offices and schools in Thailand close. Shop opening hours vary by region and by holiday — major holidays usually mean reduced hours or full closure.
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