Monday January 1st
New Year's Day
Thailand: New Year's Day is a public holiday in all countries that observe the Gregorian calendar, with the exception of Israel
Thailand: Compensation holiday for New Year's Eve which feel on Sunday 31 December 2017
Friday February 16th
Chinese New Year
Narathiwat, Pattani, Satun, Yala: The Chinese New Year marks the start of the lunar new year, which occurs sometime between Jan. 21 and Feb. 20. Also known as the Spring Festival, it is considered one of China’s most important celebrations, with each year being named after one of the 12 animals in the Chinese zodiac. Festivities include fireworks, parades, and performances. The holiday closes with a lantern festival.
Thailand: Shortly after Buddha began his teachings, 1250 monks gathered to hear Buddha preach.
Friday April 6th
Chakri Day
Thailand: Chakri Day commemorates the establishment of the Chakri Dynasty by Phra Buddha Yodfa Chulaloke in 1784
Thailand: The Songkran festival is the traditional Thai New Year's Day and is celebrated from April 13 to April 15
Friday April 13th
Songkran
Thailand: In Thailand, Songkran refers to the sun’s annual passing into the Aries constellation, the first sign of the Zodiac, which marks the traditional start of the new year.
Saturday April 14th
Songkran
Thailand: Festivities continue on the second day of the holidays to celebrate traditional Thai New Year
Sunday April 15th
Songkran
Thailand: The Songkran festival is the traditional Thai New Year's Day and is celebrated from April 13 to April 15
Monday April 16th
Songkran
Thailand: The Songkran festival is the traditional Thai New Year's Day and is celebrated from April 13 to April 15
Thailand: This holiday is most commonly associated as a commemoration of the achievements of the labour movement
Monday May 7th
Coronation Day
Thailand: Commemorates the coronation of King Bhumibol Adulyadej in 1950
Thailand: Marks three key events in Buddhas life - his birthday, the enlightenment and his achievement of Nirvana
Thailand: Marks the day when the Lord Buddha delivered his first sermon in India over 2500 years ago
Thailand: This holiday marks the birthday of the queen mother of Thailand, Queen Sirikit.
Thailand: In remembrance of His Majesty the late King Bhumibol Adulyadej, King Rama IX who died on October 13th 2016.
Thailand: Commemorates one of Thailand's most revered kings, King Chulalongkorn
Thailand: The day commemorates the birthday of the King of Thailand, Vajiralongkorn, also known as Rama X.
Monday December 10th
Constitution Day
Thailand: Commemorates the announcment of the first permanent constitution in 1932
Monday December 31st
New Year's Eve
Thailand: The last day of the year in the Gregorian calendar is usually celebrated with parties as midnight approaches
