Holiday Guide for Thailand in 2024

Thailand 2024
Thailand
2024

Thailand information

Population: 69.80m
Capital: Bangkok
Calling Code: (66)
Time Zone: +7 UTC
Currency: Thai baht
Language: Thai

List of National Holidays in Thailand in 2024

New Year's Day

 Long Weekend! 
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

Chinese New Year


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.

Makha Bucha


Makha Bucha

Thailand: Shortly after Buddha began his teachings, 1250 monks gathered to hear Buddha preach.

Makha Bucha (in lieu)

 Long Weekend! 
Makha Bucha (in lieu)

Thailand: Shortly after Buddha began his teachings, 1250 monks gathered to hear Buddha preach.

Chakri Day


Chakri Day

Thailand: Chakri Day commemorates the establishment of the Chakri Dynasty by Phra Buddha Yodfa Chulaloke in 1784

Chakri Day (in lieu)

 Long Weekend! 
Chakri Day (in lieu)

Thailand: Chakri Day commemorates the establishment of the Chakri Dynasty by Phra Buddha Yodfa Chulaloke in 1784

Extra holiday for Songkran

 Long Weekend! 
Extra holiday for Songkran

Thailand: Extra to celebrate traditional Thai New Year

Songkran


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.

Songkran


Songkran

Thailand: Festivities continue on the second day of the holidays to celebrate traditional Thai New Year

Songkran

 Long Weekend! 
Songkran

Thailand: Festivities continue on the third day of the holidays to celebrate traditional Thai New Year

Songkran


Songkran

Thailand: Festivities continue on the fourth day of the holidays to celebrate traditional Thai New Year

Labour Day


Labour Day

Thailand: This holiday is most commonly associated as a commemoration of the achievements of the labour movement

Coronation Day


Coronation Day

Thailand: The Thai government has announced May 4th will be a public holiday henceforth to mark the coronation of the King in 2019

Coronation Day (in lieu)

 Long Weekend! 
Coronation Day (in lieu)

Thailand: The Thai government has announced May 4th will be a public holiday henceforth to mark the coronation of the King in 2019

Visakha Bucha Day


Visakha Bucha Day

Thailand: Marks three key events in Buddhas life - his birthday, the enlightenment and his achievement of Nirvana

H.M. Queen's Birthday

 Long Weekend! 
H.M. Queen's Birthday

Thailand: This holiday marks the birthday of the queen of Thailand, Queen Suthida.

Asahna Bucha Day


Asahna Bucha Day

Thailand: Marks the day when the Lord Buddha delivered his first sermon in India over 2500 years ago

Asahna Bucha Day (in lieu)

 Long Weekend! 
Asahna Bucha Day (in lieu)

Thailand: Marks the day when the Lord Buddha delivered his first sermon in India over 2500 years ago

H.M. King's Birthday

 Long Weekend! 
H.M. King's Birthday

Thailand: The day commemorates the birthday of the King of Thailand, Vajiralongkorn, also known as Rama X.

H.M. Queen Mother's Birthday

 Long Weekend! 
H.M. Queen Mother's Birthday

Thailand: This holiday marks the birthday of the queen mother of Thailand, Queen Sirikit.

The Passing of King Bhumibol


The Passing of King Bhumibol

Thailand: In remembrance of His Majesty the late King Bhumibol Adulyadej, King Rama IX who died on October 13th 2016.

The Passing of King Bhumibol (in lieu)

 Long Weekend! 
The Passing of King Bhumibol (in lieu)

Thailand: In remembrance of His Majesty the late King Bhumibol Adulyadej, King Rama IX who died on October 13th 2016.

Chulalongkorn Day


Chulalongkorn Day

Thailand: Commemorates one of Thailand's most revered kings, King Chulalongkorn

King Bhumibol's Birthday


King Bhumibol's Birthday

Thailand: Thailand's National Day commemorates the birthday of the late King of Thailand, Bhumibol Adulyadej

Thailand Constitution Day


Thailand Constitution Day

Thailand: Commemorates the announcment of the first permanent constitution in 1932

Public Holiday

 Long Weekend! 
Public Holiday

Thailand: The last day of the year in the Gregorian calendar is usually celebrated with parties as midnight approaches

New Year's Eve


New Year's Eve

Thailand: The last day of the year in the Gregorian calendar is usually celebrated with parties as midnight approaches

Notes

  • Where the actual date of the holiday falls on a weekend, a substitute day has been granted on the Monday as a day's holiday.