Blue marks indicate holidays for private companies only. Green marks indicate holidays for government agencies only.
◎ indicates a movable holiday whose date changes each year.
The official date for the Royal Ploughing Ceremony (typically in mid-May for government offices) is announced annually by royal astrologers.
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Overview of Thailand's Public Holidays
Makha Bucha Day Commemorates the spontaneous gathering of 1,250 ordained disciples to hear Buddha deliver the key principles of Buddhism (Ovadapatimokkha).
Chakri Memorial Day Honors the founding of the ruling Chakri Dynasty by King Rama I in 1782 and the establishment of Bangkok as the nation's capital.
Songkran Festival (Thai New Year) The traditional Thai Solar New Year, celebrated annually from April 13 to 15 with water-pouring rituals symbolizing purification and renewal.
Coronation Day Commemorates the official accession and coronation of His Majesty King Maha Vajiralongkorn (Rama X) in 2019.
Royal Ploughing Ceremony An ancient royal agricultural rite observed in May to bless the nation's farming season and predict crop yields.
Visakha Bucha Day The most sacred day in Buddhism, commemorating the birth, enlightenment, and passing (Nirvana) of the Buddha on the full moon of the 6th lunar month.
H.M. Queen Suthida's Birthday Celebrates the birthday of Her Majesty Queen Suthida Bajrasudhabimalalakshana.
Asahna Bucha Day Commemorates the Buddha's first sermon to his first five disciples, establishing the Triple Gem (Buddha, Dhamma, and Sangha).
Khao Phansa (Buddhist Lent) Marks the start of the three-month rain retreat during which Buddhist monks remain inside monasteries (observed primarily by government institutions).
H.M. King Vajiralongkorn's Birthday Celebrates the birthday of His Majesty King Maha Vajiralongkorn (Rama X).
H.M. Queen Sirikit the Queen Mother's Birthday Honors Her Majesty Queen Sirikit, the Queen Mother; also officially designated as National Mother's Day across Thailand.
King Bhumibol Adulyadej Memorial Day Remembers the passing of King Bhumibol Adulyadej the Great (Rama IX), honoring his 70-year reign and contributions to the nation.
Chulalongkorn Day Commemorates the passing of King Rama V (King Chulalongkorn), revered for modernizing Thailand's legal, educational, and administrative systems.
King Bhumibol Adulyadej's Birthday Commemorates the birth anniversary of King Bhumibol Adulyadej the Great, which is also celebrated as National Father's Day.
Constitution Day Commemorates the granting and signing of Thailand's first permanent constitution by King Prajadhipok (Rama VII) in 1932.
Thailand's Flag & National Anthem
National Flag
The national flag of Thailand is called the "Thong Trairong" (Tricolor Flag). Its five horizontal stripes consist of red, white, and blue: red represents the nation and its people, white stands for religion and purity, and the central blue stripe symbolizes the monarchy.
National Anthem
The national anthem of Thailand is "Phleng Chat Thai" (Thai National Anthem). The lyrics emphasize unity, freedom, and national solidarity, expressing the Thai people's dedication to peace alongside their willingness to defend their sovereignty.
