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Thailand 2026 Public Holiday Schedule

January 1-2
New Year's Day and special additional holiday
January 2 is a 2026-only additional holiday
March 3
Makha Bucha
Buddhist festival in the Thai lunar calendar
April 13-15
Songkran Festival
Thai New Year
May 1
Labour Day
Private sector holiday
May 13
Royal Ploughing Ceremony
Public sector holiday
June 1
Visakha Bucha Day
May 31 is observed on June 1
July 29-30
Asarnha Bucha Day and Khao Phansa Day
Buddhist holidays; Khao Phansa is a public sector holiday
December 7
King Bhumibol Adulyadej's Birthday Anniversary
December 5 is observed on December 7

Thailand 2026 Holiday Calendar

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Major Public Holidays in Thailand in 2026

  • New Year's Day and special additional holiday
  • Makha Bucha
  • Songkran Festival
  • Labour Day
  • Royal Ploughing Ceremony
  • Visakha Bucha Day
  • Asarnha Bucha Day and Khao Phansa Day

Official source

Dates on this page are compiled from public holiday datasets and official announcements.

https://www.bot.or.th/en/financial-institutions-holiday.html

Frequently asked questions

What are the public holidays in Thailand in 2026?

The Thailand public holidays 2026 are listed in the schedule above, including dates, weekdays, and major holidays such as New Year's Day and special additional holiday and Makha Bucha.

How many public holidays does Thailand have in 2026?

This Thailand holiday calendar 2026 currently lists 8 main public holiday entries or holiday periods. Some entries may cover several consecutive days.

Which Buddhist holidays are public holidays in Thailand in 2026?

The Thailand public holidays 2026 schedule includes Buddhist holidays such as Makha Bucha, Visakha Bucha, and Asarnha Bucha when they are observed as public holidays.

Does Thailand use substitute holidays in 2026?

Yes. Thailand can observe substitute holidays when a public holiday falls on a weekend or under official holiday rules. The schedule above shows observed dates where they apply.

What is the Thailand holiday calendar 2026 useful for?

The calendar is useful for travel planning, business operations, payroll checks, school planning, logistics, and comparing holiday periods across countries.

Is this Thailand public holiday schedule 2026 official?

HolidayDates.net summarizes public holiday dates and links to an official or public source. For flights, visas, payroll, finance, or shipping deadlines, verify the dates with the official source before acting.

Do Thailand public holidays 2026 change after publication?

Some dates can change after government announcements, especially when observed dates, long holiday periods, lunar dates, or religious calendars are involved.

Can I use this for travel or business planning?

Yes. Use this page as a practical planning reference for Thailand public holidays 2026, then confirm critical arrangements with the official source or your local partner.