Holidays in Thailand 2023

There are 18 public holidays in Thailand in 2023, five of which fall on weekends.

New Year's Day
New Year Holiday, celebrated on January 1, 2023, is the first day of the year on the modern Gregorian calendar, and it is one of the most popular holidays in the world.

Makha Bucha Day
Makha Bucha Day, observed on March 6, 2023, celebrates when Buddha's 1,250 disciples spontaneously gathered to listen to his teachings. Makha Bucha Day is a day for people to make merit by doing only good things and not committing any sins.

Chakri Memorial Day
Chakri Memorial Day, observed on April 6, 2023, commemorates the founding and establishment of the Chakri Dynasty in 1782 by King Rama I, who was born on March 20, 1737, and ascended the throne in 1782. Maha Vajiralongkorn is the 10th King of Thailand styled as Rama X.

Songkran
Songkran, observed on April 13, 2023, is the traditional Thai New Year and one of Thailand's most important festivals. Songkran means "movement" in Sanskrit, a classical language of South Asia, and it derives from the sun's movement from one position to another.

Coronation Day
Coronation Day, observed on May 4, 2023, celebrates the anniversary of the coronation of King Maha Vajiralongkorn, the current and also the 10th King of Thailand. He was born on July 28, 1952, and was expected to ascend to the throne after his father's death on October 13, 2016. He asked for time to mourn, and the coronation occurred on May 4, 2019.

Royal Ploughing Ceremony
Royal Ploughing Ceremony, observed on May 11, 2023, marks the traditional start of the rice-growing season. In Thailand, the ceremony is usually presided by the King and the Queen and takes place at Sanam Luang near the Grand Palace in Bangkok.

Visakha Bucha
Visakha Bucha, observed on June 3, 2023, commemorates the birth of Prince Siddhartha Gautama, who was the Gautama Buddha later, and he was the founder of Buddhism. Buddhism is the world's fourth-largest religion, with over 520 million followers.

Queen Suthida's Birthday
Queen Suthida's Birthday, observed on June 3, 2023, celebrates the birthday of the current Queen Suthida Bajrasudhabimalalakshana, who was born on June 3, 1978. Suthida was once a flight attendant for JALways Airlines and Thai Airways.

King Vajiralongkorn's Birthday
King Vajiralongkorn's Birthday, observed on July 28, 2023, celebrates the birth anniversary of Vajiralongkorn, the current and the 10th King of Thailand. He was born on July 28, 1952, and was made crown prince at 20 in 1972.

Asalha Puja
Asalha Puja, observed on August 1, 2023, is one of the most important festivals for Theravada Buddhism, and it marks the beginning of Buddhism and commemorates the Buddha's first sermon.

Buddhist Lent Day
Buddhist Lent Day, observed on August 2, 2023, marks the start of the three months of Vassa, when monks are required to remain in a particular monastery or temple grounds, usually from July to October. It coincides with the rainy season, and traditionally the monks are not allowed to stay overnight in other places. They will study, meditate or teach other young monks during this time.

The Queen Mother's Birthday
The Queen Mother's Birthday is a public holiday in Thailand, observed on August 12, 2023. The holiday celebrates the birth anniversary of Queen Sirikit, born on August 12, 1932. She is the mother of the current King Vajiralongkorn.

King Bhumibol Adulyadej Memorial Day
King Bhumibol Adulyadej Memorial Day, observed on October 13, 2023, commemorates the death of King Bhumibol Adulyadej, born on December 5, 1927, and died on October 13, 2016. King Bhumibol Adulyadej was the 9th King of Thailand and the father of King Vajiralongkorn.

King Chulalongkorn Day
King Chulalongkorn Day is a public holiday in Thailand on October 23, 2023. The holiday commemorates the death of King Chulalongkorn, also known as Rama V, who was born on September 20, 1853, and ascended the throne at 15 in 1868.

King Bhumibol's Birthday
King Bhumibol's Birthday, observed on December 5, 2023, celebrates the birth anniversary of King Bhumibol Adulyadej, born on December 5, 1927, and died on October 13, 2016. King Bhumibol Adulyadej was the 9th King of Thailand and the father of King Vajiralongkorn.

Constitution Day
Constitution Day is a public holiday in Thailand, observed on December 10, 2023. The holiday commemorates the country's first permanent constitution, signed by King Prajadhipok (Rama VII) on December 10, 1932.

The following is the list of public holidays in Thailand 2023.

HolidayDateWeekdayNote
New Year's DayJan 01, 2023SundayPublic Holiday
New Year's Day HolidayJan 03, 2023TuesdayObserved
Makha Bucha DayMar 06, 2023MondayPublic Holiday
Chakri Memorial DayApr 06, 2023ThursdayPublic Holiday
SongkranApr 13, 2023ThursdayPublic Holiday
Songkran HolidayApr 14, 2023FridayPublic Holiday
Songkran HolidayApr 15, 2023SaturdayPublic Holiday
Songkran HolidayApr 17, 2023MondayObserved
Coronation DayMay 04, 2023ThursdayPublic Holiday
Royal Ploughing CeremonyMay 11, 2023ThursdayPublic Holiday
Visakha BuchaJun 03, 2023SaturdayPublic Holiday
Queen Suthida's BirthdayJun 03, 2023SaturdayPublic Holiday
Queen Suthida's Birthday HolidayJun 05, 2023MondayObserved
King Vajiralongkorn's BirthdayJul 28, 2023FridayPublic Holiday
Asalha PujaAug 01, 2023TuesdayPublic Holiday
Buddhist Lent DayAug 02, 2023WednesdayPublic Holiday
The Queen Mother's BirthdayAug 12, 2023SaturdayPublic Holiday
The Queen Mother's
Birthday Holiday
Aug 14, 2023MondayObserved
King Bhumibol Adulyadej
Memorial Day
Oct 13, 2023FridayPublic Holiday
King Chulalongkorn DayOct 23, 2023MondayPublic Holiday
King Bhumibol's BirthdayDec 05, 2023TuesdayPublic Holiday
Constitution DayDec 10, 2023SundayPublic Holiday
Constitution Day HolidayDec 11, 2023MondayObserved
New Year's EveDec 31, 2023SundayPublic Holiday

Please also check the working days in Thailand in 2023.

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