Planning your year in Thailand? Here’s your guide to Thailand’s 19 official holidays and three special cabinet-approved holidays for 2025, creating several extended breaks throughout the year.
Types of Thai Holidays
- Annual Official Holidays: Regular holidays on important dates (New Year’s Day, Songkran, etc.)
- Special Occasion Holidays: Additional holidays declared by the Cabinet for special events
Thailand Official Holidays 2025 Month by Month
January 2025 Holidays
Wednesday, January 1 – New Year’s Day
February 2025 Holidays
- Wednesday, February 12 – Makha Bucha Day
March 2025 Holidays
- There are no official holidays in March 2025
April 2025 Holidays
- Sunday, April 6 – Chakri Day (Commemorating King Buddha Yodfa Chulaloke and the Chakri Dynasty)
- Monday, April 7 – Substitute Holiday for Chakri Day
- Sunday, April 13 – Songkran Festival
- Monday, April 14 – Songkran Festival
- Tuesday, April 15 – Songkran Festival
- Wednesday, April 16 – Substitute Holiday for Songkran Festival
May 2025 Holidays
- Thursday, May 1 – National Labor Day
- Sunday, May 4 – Coronation Day
- Monday, May 5 – Substitute Holiday for Coronation Day
- Sunday, May 11 – Visakha Bucha Day
- Monday, May 12 – Substitute Holiday for Visakha Bucha Day
June 2025 Holidays
- Monday, June 2 – Special Holiday (Creates extended weekend May 31-June 3)
- Tuesday, June 3 – H.M. Queen Suthida’s Birthday
July 2025 Holidays
- Thursday, July 10 – Asalha Bucha Day
- Friday, July 11 – Buddhist Lent Day (Khao Phansa)
- Monday, July 28 – H.M. King Maha Vajiralongkorn’s Birthday
August 2025 Holidays
- Monday, August 11 – Special Holiday (Creates extended weekend August 9-12)
Tuesday, August 12 – H.M. Queen Sirikit The Queen Mother’s Birthday and National Mother’s Day
September 2025 Holidays
- There are no official holidays in September 2025
October 2025 Holidays
- Monday, October 13 – Memorial Day of King Bhumibol Adulyadej The Great
- Thursday, October 23 – Chulalongkorn Day
November 2025 Holidays
- There are no official holidays in November 2025
December 2025 Holidays
- Friday, December 5 – King Bhumibol Adulyadej The Great’s Birthday, National Day, and National Father’s Day
- Wednesday, December 10 – Constitution Day
- Wednesday, December 31 – New Year’s Eve
Extended Holiday Periods in 2025
- Songkran Festival: Apr 13-16 (4 days)
- Coronation Day Weekend: May 3-6 (4 days)
- Visakha Bucha Weekend: May 10-13 (4 days)
- Queen Suthida’s Birthday Period: May 31-Jun 3 (4 days)
- Queen Mother’s Birthday Period: Aug 9-12 (4 days)
- New Year Holiday: Dec 31, 2025-Jan 4, 2026 (5 days)
Important Cultural Days (Not Official Holidays)
- January 29: Chinese New Year
- April 4: Qingming Festival
- September 6: Chinese Mid-Autumn Festival
- September 22: Thai Traditional Memorial Day (Sart Thai)
- October 7: End of Buddhist Lent (Ok Phansa)
- November 5: Loy Krathong Festival
What to Know About Thailand Holidays
What Travelers Should Know
- Government offices, banks, and many businesses close on official holidays
- Tourist attractions remain open but are typically more crowded
- Transportation and accommodation prices increase during holiday periods
What Businesses Should Know
- Banks close completely on official holidays
- Most private businesses follow the government holiday calendar
- Expect service delays during extended holiday periods
- The following Monday is typically a substitute holiday when holidays fall on weekends.
Thailand Holidays 2025 FAQ
Are these holidays observed nationwide?
Yes, all official holidays are observed throughout Thailand. However, some regions may have additional local observances.
Do private businesses follow this holiday calendar?
Most private businesses observe the major holidays, though some may remain open with adjusted schedules. International companies often follow this calendar with some variations.
What happens when holidays fall on weekends?
The following Monday is typically designated as a substitute holiday when holidays fall on weekends, creating a long weekend.
Are the special holidays officially confirmed?
The Cabinet has approved special holidays on June 2, August 11, and January 2, 2026, to create extended holiday periods.
Which are the most important Thai holidays?
Songkran (Thai New Year) in April and the New Year holiday in December-January are the most significant holidays, with extensive celebrations and the highest domestic travel rates.
Last updated: March 2025. Holiday dates are based on official government announcements and are subject to change.
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