Plan your year with our guide to public holidays and observances in Thailand for 2026. Perfect for travellers, expats, and locals alike.

Earlier this week, Thailand’s Cabinet approved two additional holidays for 2025, in a bid to stimulate domestic tourism and pull the country’s economy out of its post-pandemic funk. Special holidays ...

Thailand's cabinet has approved an extended five-day New Year holiday, adding Friday, Jan 2, 2026, as a special public holiday in a move aimed at stimulating domestic tourism and invigorating the ...

Participants push on through the Chiang Mai Marathon, racing past temple-lit streets in a test of endurance and spirit. Holidays are the perfect excuse to swap your usual workout for something ...

Thailand on Wednesday lifted a 53-year-old ban on the afternoon retail sale of alcoholic drinks, a move expected to help boost year-end holiday tourism, as well as business at venues such as bars and ...