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
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.
Saturday February 24th
Makha Bucha
Thailand: Shortly after Buddha began his teachings, 1250 monks gathered to hear Buddha preach.
Thailand: Shortly after Buddha began his teachings, 1250 monks gathered to hear Buddha preach.
Thailand: Chakri Day commemorates the establishment of the Chakri Dynasty by Phra Buddha Yodfa Chulaloke in 1784
Thailand: Chakri Day commemorates the establishment of the Chakri Dynasty by Phra Buddha Yodfa Chulaloke in 1784
Thailand: Extra to celebrate traditional Thai New Year
Saturday 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.
Sunday April 14th
Songkran
Thailand: Festivities continue on the second day of the holidays to celebrate traditional Thai New Year
Monday April 15th
Songkran
Thailand: Festivities continue on the third day of the holidays to celebrate traditional Thai New Year
Tuesday April 16th
Songkran
Thailand: Festivities continue on the fourth day of the holidays to celebrate traditional Thai New Year
Thailand: This holiday is most commonly associated as a commemoration of the achievements of the labour movement
Thailand: The Thai government has announced May 4th will be a public holiday henceforth to mark the coronation of the King in 2019
Thailand: The Thai government has announced May 4th will be a public holiday henceforth to mark the coronation of the King in 2019
Thailand: Marks three key events in Buddhas life - his birthday, the enlightenment and his achievement of Nirvana
Thailand: This holiday marks the birthday of the queen of Thailand, Queen Suthida.
Thailand: Marks the day when the Lord Buddha delivered his first sermon in India over 2500 years ago
Thailand: Marks the day when the Lord Buddha delivered his first sermon in India over 2500 years ago
Thailand: The day commemorates the birthday of the King of Thailand, Vajiralongkorn, also known as Rama X.
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: 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: Thailand's National Day commemorates the birthday of the late King of Thailand, Bhumibol Adulyadej
Thailand: Commemorates the announcment of the first permanent constitution in 1932
Monday December 30th
Public Holiday
Thailand: The last day of the year in the Gregorian calendar is usually celebrated with parties as midnight approaches
Thailand: The last day of the year in the Gregorian calendar is usually celebrated with parties as midnight approaches
