Thailand


Holidays & Observances in Thailand
Thailand is a country in central Asia. It has never been colonized throughout history, so most of its cultural elements are uniquely Thai. The only cultural influences are from surrounding countries. Buddhism is the predominant religion practiced by nearly the entire country, and it is a very important part of the culture. Almost all of the holidays in Thailand celebrate either Buddhism or the monarchy, for which there are several holidays for birthdays of monarchs and important historical events.
Upcoming Popular Holidays
Country Observances
Holiday Date | Country Holiday | Observance Type | Religion/Belief |
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New Year's Day | Popular & Widely Observed | ||
Chinese New Year | Religious/Beliefs, Popular & Widely Observed | Chinese / East Asian, Taoism / Daoism, Confucianism | |
Lantern Festival | Religious/Beliefs, Popular & Widely Observed | Chinese / East Asian, Taoism / Daoism | |
International Women's Day | Popular & Widely Observed | ||
Qing Ming - Tomb Sweeping Day | Religious/Beliefs | Chinese / East Asian, Taoism / Daoism, Confucianism | |
Labour Day / May Day | Public, Popular & Widely Observed |