Complete Guide to 2025 Thailand Holidays
(Regular Holidays and Special Non-Working Days)
Are you planning for 2025 in Thailand? Here’s a comprehensive guide to Thailand’s public holidays, organized month-by-month, to help you plan vacations, festivals, and business schedules.
Every country in the world has different gazetted holidays, and Thailand is no different. There are many gazetted Regular and Special Non-Working Holidays in Thailand throughout the year.
Find below the Regular and Special Non-Working Day holidays in Thailand for the year 2025 in chronological order.
The Thailand Holidays 2025 are:
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January
January 1 (Wednesday) – New Year’s Day (Public Holiday)
Celebrated nationwide to welcome the Gregorian New Year.January 16 (Thursday) – Teachers’ Day (Observance)
Honors the work and value of teachers. Schools may be closed.
February
February 10 (Monday) – Makha Bucha Day (Public Holiday)
A significant Buddhist holiday celebrating the Buddha’s teachings and the gathering of 1,250 enlightened monks.
March
March 13 (Thursday) – National Elephant Day (Observance)
Recognizes the importance of elephants in Thai culture and history.March 20 (Thursday) – March Equinox (Seasonal Observance)
April
April 6 (Sunday) – Chakri Memorial Day (Public Holiday)
Honors King Rama I and the founding of the Chakri Dynasty.April 7 (Monday) – Substitute Holiday for Chakri Day
April 13–15 (Sunday to Tuesday) – Songkran Festival (Thai New Year) (Public Holidays)
The most important Thai holiday. It’s both a traditional and modern festival known for water splashing, cleansing rituals, and family reunions.
May
May 1 (Thursday) – National Labour Day (Public Holiday)
Celebrates Thai and global labor movements.May 5 (Monday) – Coronation Day (Public Holiday)
Commemorates the coronation of King Rama X.May 12 (Monday) – Royal Ploughing Ceremony (Observance)
Ancient Brahmin tradition marking the beginning of the rice growing season.May 19 (Monday) – Visakha Bucha Day (Public Holiday)
The holiest Buddhist holiday, marking the birth, enlightenment, and death of the Buddha.
June
No official public holidays, but observances may take place locally.
July
July 1 (Tuesday) – Mid-Year Bank Holiday (Bank Observance)
Applies only to financial institutions.July 14 (Monday) – Asalha Bucha Day (Public Holiday)
Commemorates the Buddha’s first sermon.July 15 (Tuesday) – Buddhist Lent Day (Khao Phansa) (Public Holiday)
Marks the start of a 3-month monastic retreat during the rainy season.July 28 (Monday) – King Maha Vajiralongkorn’s Birthday (Public Holiday)
August
August 12 (Tuesday) – Queen Sirikit’s Birthday / Mother’s Day (Public Holiday)
Honoring Her Majesty Queen Sirikit and celebrated nationwide as Mother’s Day.
September
September 23 (Tuesday) – September Equinox (Seasonal Observance)
October
October 13 (Monday) – King Bhumibol Memorial Day (Public Holiday)
Commemorates the passing of beloved King Bhumibol Adulyadej (Rama IX).October 14 (Tuesday) – Substitute Holiday for King Bhumibol Day
October 23 (Thursday) – Chulalongkorn Day (Public Holiday)
In memory of King Chulalongkorn (Rama V), known for modernizing Thailand.
November
No public holidays, but religious and royal commemorations may occur.
December
December 5 (Friday) – King Bhumibol’s Birthday / National Day / Father’s Day (Public Holiday)
Also celebrated as Father’s Day in Thailand.December 10 (Wednesday) – Constitution Day (Public Holiday)
Marks the adoption of Thailand’s first permanent constitution in 1932.December 31 (Wednesday) – New Year’s Eve (Public Holiday)
Maximize Your Holidays
Thailand’s holidays often align with cultural festivals and traditions, making them a great time to experience the country’s rich heritage. Combine weekends with public holidays for extended breaks to explore the Land of Smiles!
Stay informed about any additional announcements or changes to the holiday schedule throughout the year.
