🇹🇭 Thailand Public Holidays 2025
Here is a list of Thai public holidays in 2025 that visitors should be aware of when planning a trip to Thailand. These holidays may affect business hours, embassy closures, government services, and travel plans:
🇹🇭 Thailand Public Holidays 2025
| Date | Holiday Name | Description |
|---|---|---|
| January 1 | New Year’s Day (วันขึ้นปีใหม่) | Celebrates the beginning of the new calendar year. |
| February 10 | Makha Bucha Day (วันมาฆบูชา) | Important Buddhist holiday; temples hold candlelight processions. |
| April 6 | Chakri Memorial Day (วันจักรี) | Honors King Rama I, founder of the Chakri Dynasty. |
| April 13–15 | Songkran Festival (วันสงกรานต์) | Thai New Year; famous water festival and national holiday. |
| May 1 | Labor Day (วันแรงงานแห่งชาติ) | National labor day; government offices closed. |
| May 5 | Coronation Day (วันฉัตรมงคล) | Celebrates the coronation of the King of Thailand. |
| May 22 | Visakha Bucha Day (วันวิสาขบูชา) | Marks the birth, enlightenment, and death of Buddha. |
| July 9 | Asalha Bucha Day (วันอาสาฬหบูชา) | Commemorates Buddha’s first sermon. |
| July 10 | Buddhist Lent Day (วันเข้าพรรษา) | Start of the 3-month Buddhist Lent period. |
| August 12 | HM Queen Mother’s Birthday & Mother’s Day | Honors Queen Sirikit and all mothers. |
| October 13 | King Bhumibol Memorial Day (วันคล้ายวันสวรรคต ร.๙) | Commemorates King Rama IX’s passing. |
| October 23 | Chulalongkorn Day (วันปิยมหาราช) | Honors King Rama V, known for modernizing Thailand. |
| December 5 | HM King Bhumibol’s Birthday & Father’s Day | Celebrates the late King Rama IX’s birthday. |
| December 10 | Constitution Day (วันรัฐธรรมนูญ) | Celebrates the anniversary of the first permanent constitution. |
| December 31 | New Year’s Eve (วันสิ้นปี) | Final day of the calendar year. |
🛑 Visitor Tips:
- Banks, embassies, and government offices are usually closed on public holidays.
- Public transport still operates but may be more crowded during big festivals.
- Major festivals like Songkran (April) and Loy Krathong (usually in November) are culturally rich times to visit—but book early!
- Alcohol sales may be restricted on certain Buddhist holidays (e.g., Makha Bucha, Visakha Bucha).
✈️ Plan Your Vietnam Visa Accordingly:
If you’re planning to apply for a Vietnam visa while in Thailand during 2025, avoid these public holidays when:
- Vietnam Embassy or Consulate in Thailand might be closed.
- You may face delays in processing if applying around holidays.
✅ For guaranteed fast-track Vietnam visa service, you can apply online at:
👉 https://visaonlinevietnam.com
📩 Contact for assistance:
- Email: [email protected]
- WhatsApp: (+84) 968 18 77 18
- USA Hotline: +1(972)-666-0676
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This article will be helpful in case you want to experience an important festival/ holiday in Thailand. Please leave a comment to let us know your anxiety, and we will support you with our best. For further information, you can read in our website Vietnam Embassy in Thailand. This is information of the Vietnam Embassy in Thailand and is provided for informational and service purpose.
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Hey, Thanks for your information, i have a query …
Which place is the best for bicycling in Thailand…?
Dear Adam,
Thailand is a fantastic destination for cyclists, whether it’s the winding coastal roads or the narrow hilly tracks, which are attracting a growing number of the world’s top mountain bikers. We will recommend you 5 of the best cycling routes in Thailand:
1. Kanchanaburi Province, Western Thailand
2. Sukhothai, Northern Thailand
3. Khao Sam Roi Yot National Park, Prachuap Khiri Khan Province
4. Khao Lak, Phang Nga Province
5. Chiang Rai, Northern Thailand
Wish you have a great trip. Best regards