Holiday Guide for Thailand in 2020

Thailand information

Population: 69.80m
Capital: Bangkok
Calling Code: (66)
Time Zone: +7 UTC
Currency: Thai baht
Language: Thai

List of National Holidays in Thailand in 2020

	Wednesday January 1st New Year's Day Thailand: New Year's Day is a public holiday in all countries that observe the Gregorian calendar, with the exception of Israel
	Saturday January 25th Chinese New Year Narathiwat, Pattani, Satun, Yala: The Chinese New Year marks the start of the lunar new year, which occurs sometime between Jan. 21 and Feb. 20. Also known as the Spring Festival, it is considered one of China’s most important celebrations, with each year being named after one of the 12 animals in the Chinese zodiac. Festivities include fireworks, parades, and performances. The holiday closes with a lantern festival.
	Monday February 10th Long Weekend! Makha Bucha (in lieu) Thailand: Shortly after Buddha began his teachings, 1250 monks gathered to hear Buddha preach.
	Monday April 6th Long Weekend! Chakri Day Thailand: Chakri Day commemorates the establishment of the Chakri Dynasty by Phra Buddha Yodfa Chulaloke in 1784
	Friday May 1st Long Weekend! Labour Day Thailand: This holiday is most commonly associated as a commemoration of the achievements of the labour movement
	Monday May 4th Long Weekend! H.M. King's Coronation Thailand: The Thai government has announced May 4th will be a public holiday henceforth to mark the coronation of the King in 2019
	Wednesday May 6th Visakha Bucha Day Thailand: Marks three key events in Buddhas life - his birthday, the enlightenment and his achievement of Nirvana
	Wednesday June 3rd H.M. Queen's Birthday Thailand: This holiday marks the birthday of the queen of Thailand, Queen Suthida.
	Monday July 6th Long Weekend! Asahna Bucha Day (in lieu) Thailand: Marks the day when the Lord Buddha delivered his first sermon in India over 2500 years ago
	Tuesday July 7th Buddhist Lent (in lieu) Thailand: Marks the start of the three month period when Monks have to stay in the one place
	Monday July 27th Long Weekend! Songkran Substitute Day Holiday Thailand: This is a substitute holiday for the Songkran festival holidays that were postponed in April 2020
	Tuesday July 28th H.M. King's Birthday Thailand: The day commemorates the birthday of the King of Thailand, Vajiralongkorn, also known as Rama X.
	Wednesday August 12th H.M. Queen Mother's Birthday Thailand: This holiday marks the birthday of the queen mother of Thailand, Queen Sirikit.
	Friday September 4th Long Weekend! Songkran Substitute Day Thailand: This is a substitute holiday for the Songkran festival holidays that were postponed in April 2020
	Monday September 7th Long Weekend! Songkran Substitute Day Thailand: This is a substitute holiday for the Songkran festival holidays that were postponed in April 2020
	Tuesday October 13th The Passing of King Bhumibol Thailand: In remembrance of His Majesty the late King Bhumibol Adulyadej, King Rama IX who died on October 13th 2016.
	Friday October 23rd Long Weekend! Chulalongkorn Day Thailand: Commemorates one of Thailand's most revered kings, King Chulalongkorn
	Thursday November 19th Public Holiday Thailand: Thailand has declared several special public holidays to boost domestic tourism.
	Friday November 20th Long Weekend! Public Holiday Thailand: Thailand has declared several special public holidays to boost domestic tourism.
	Thursday December 10th Thailand Constitution Day Thailand: Commemorates the announcment of the first permanent constitution in 1932
	Friday December 11th Long Weekend! King Bhumibol's Birthday Thailand: Deferred to Friday December 11th 2020 to create a long weekend and boost domestic tourism.
	Thursday December 31st New Year's Eve Thailand: The last day of the year in the Gregorian calendar is usually celebrated with parties as midnight approaches