Thailand (TH)
Thailand is one of the world’s largest expat hubs, combining Bangkok’s regional business ecosystem, Chiang Mai’s remote-worker scene, Phuket and Pattaya’s retirement and tourism communities, and strong international schools and hospitals.
Capital: Bangkok
Region: Asia
Language: Thai
Currency: THB (฿)
Cost of living: Very affordable (index 35)
Emergency: 191
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Public Holidays 2026
20 holidays in Thailand. Some may vary by region.
January 2026
Thu 1
New Year's Day Public Holiday
Wan Khuen Pi Mai
Nationwide public holiday; banks, schools, and government offices close.
Fri 2
New Year's Day Holiday Public Holiday
Wan Yu Khuen Pi Mai
Government-designated additional holiday bridging New Year's Day into the weekend period. Banks and government offices closed.
March 2026
Tue 3
Makha Bucha Day Public Holiday
Wan Makha Bucha
Buddhist holiday; alcohol sales restrictions commonly apply.
April 2026
Mon 6
Chakri Memorial Day Public Holiday
Wan Chakkri
Commemorates the founding of the Chakri dynasty.
Mon 13
Songkran Festival Public Holiday
Wan Songkran
Thai New Year; travel, water festivals, and family visits make this one of the busiest periods.
Tue 14
Songkran Holiday Public Holiday
Wan Songkran
Government and many private offices remain closed.
Wed 15
Songkran Holiday Public Holiday
Wan Songkran
Book transport and accommodation early; banks and immigration offices close.
May 2026
Fri 1
Labour Day Bank Holiday
Wan Raeng-ngan
Bank and private-sector holiday; some government offices may follow separate calendars.
Mon 4
Coronation Day Public Holiday
Wan Chatra Mongkhon
Royal holiday.
Sun 31
Visakha Bucha Day Public Holiday
Wan Wisakha Bucha
Major Buddhist holiday; alcohol restrictions commonly apply. Falls on Sunday May 31 — substitute observed Monday Jun 1.
June 2026
Mon 1
Visakha Bucha Day (Substitute) Public Holiday
Wan Wisakha Bucha (Thuae Then)
Substitute holiday for Visakha Bucha Day, which falls on Sunday May 31, 2026. Alcohol sales restrictions apply.
Wed 3
Queen Suthida's Birthday Public Holiday
Wan Chaloem Phra Chonmaphansa Somdet Phra Nang Chao Suthida
Royal holiday.
July 2026
Wed 29
Asalha Bucha Day Public Holiday
Wan Asanha Bucha
Buddhist holiday before Buddhist Lent; alcohol sales restrictions commonly apply.
Tue 28
King Vajiralongkorn Birthday Public Holiday
Wan Chaloem Phra Chonmaphansa Phra Bat Somdet Phra Chao Yu Hua
Royal holiday.
August 2026
Wed 12
Queen Sirikit The Queen Mother's Birthday / Mother's Day Public Holiday
Wan Mae
Nationwide holiday and Mother's Day.
October 2026
Tue 13
King Bhumibol Memorial Day Public Holiday
Wan Nawaminthara Maharaj
Memorial day for King Bhumibol Adulyadej.
Fri 23
Chulalongkorn Day Public Holiday
Wan Piyamaharaj
Commemorates King Chulalongkorn.
December 2026
Mon 7
King Bhumibol's Birthday / Father's Day Public Holiday
Wan Pho
King Bhumibol's actual birthday is December 5, which falls on Saturday in 2026 — substitute observed Monday Dec 7. Also observed as National Day and Father's Day.
Thu 10
Constitution Day Public Holiday
Wan Rattha Thammanun
Government and many offices close.
Thu 31
New Year's Eve Public Holiday
Wan Sin Pi
Busy travel period; immigration and banks close.
Note: Some holidays in Thailand apply only to specific regions or states. Check local regulations for your area.