Other Thai Festivals
& Holidays 2026

Not an official Thai public holiday, but much of Thailand's business community is Thai-Chinese. Expect significant commercial closures across retail, construction, and wholesale for 3–5 days around 15–20 February. Yaowarat (Chinatown) Bangkok hosts the most vibrant public pedestrian celebrations.

• Stock up on household essentials before 14 February.
• Expect closures for hardware, wholesale, and many small businesses.
• Yaowarat pedestrian zone — best night-time atmosphere on the 17th.
• Increased restaurant demand in tourist areas — book ahead.

Public holidays connected to the Royal Family are observed with national solemnity. Expect royal portraits illuminated on government buildings and major landmarks. On King's Birthday (July 28) and Queen Mother's Birthday (August 12), public spaces are decorated and the national anthem may play at additional times.

• Stand still during the national anthem in all public spaces.
• Do not post anything critical of the Royal Family on any platform — this applies globally.
• Bank holidays are observed — plan payments and administrative tasks accordingly.

Family-oriented public holiday. Government agencies and military installations open their facilities to children. Markets, events and free activities throughout Bangkok. Low impact for adult expats but signals a quiet weekend for nightlife.

• Most family-friendly tourist sites are crowded on this day.
• A good day to stay local or explore quieter areas.

Commemorates the Thai constitution of 1932. Offices and most commercial premises observe it as a public holiday. Banks and government services are closed.

• Banks and government services closed.
• Shopping malls remain open.