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Public Holidays & Observances in Thailand 2025

Key dates that may affect bank operations and alcohol sales

Thailand celebrates a variety of national holidays and observances. Some dates can impact bank hours and alcohol sales. Here’s a quick guide to 2025.

January 2025

  • 1 Jan (Wed) – New Year's Day: National Holiday
    Bank Closures: Yes | Alcohol Restrictions: May apply
  • 11 Jan (Sat) – National Children’s Day: Observance
  • 16 Jan (Thu) – Teachers' Day: Observance
  • 29–31 Jan – Chinese New Year: Observance
    Bank Closures: Yes | Alcohol Restrictions: Some areas

February 2025

  • 12 Feb (Wed) – Makha Bucha: National Holiday
    Bank Closures: Yes | Alcohol Restrictions: Afternoon & evening
  • 14 Feb (Fri) – Valentine's Day: Observance

March 2025

  • 20 Mar (Thu) – March Equinox: Season

April 2025

  • 6 Apr (Sun) – Chakri Day: National Holiday
    Bank Closures: Yes | Alcohol Restrictions: Some areas
  • 13–16 Apr – Songkran: National Holiday
    Bank Closures: Yes | Alcohol Restrictions: Restricted in public places

May 2025

  • 1 May (Thu) – Labor Day: Bank Holiday
    Bank Closures: Yes | Alcohol Restrictions: Some areas
  • 4–5 May – Coronation Day: National Holiday
    Bank Closures: Yes | Alcohol Restrictions: May apply
  • 11–12 May – Visakha Bucha: National Holiday
    Bank Closures: Yes | Alcohol Restrictions: May apply

June 2025

  • 3 Jun (Tue) – Queen Suthida's Birthday: National Holiday
    Bank Closures: Yes | Alcohol Restrictions: May apply
  • 21 Jun (Sat) – June Solstice: Season

July 2025

  • 10 Jul (Thu) – Asalha Bucha: National Holiday
    Bank Closures: Yes | Alcohol Restrictions: During religious observances
  • 28 Jul (Mon) – King Vajiralongkorn's Birthday: National Holiday
    Bank Closures: Yes | Alcohol Restrictions: May apply

August 2025

  • 12 Aug (Tue) – Queen's Birthday: National Holiday
    Bank Closures: Yes | Alcohol Restrictions: May apply

September 2025

  • 23 Sep (Tue) – September Equinox: Season

October 2025

  • 13 Oct (Mon) – Anniversary of King Bhumibol's Death: National Holiday
    Bank Closures: Yes | Alcohol Restrictions: May apply
  • 23 Oct (Thu) – Chulalongkorn Day: National Holiday
    Bank Closures: Yes | Alcohol Restrictions: Restricted in some areas

December 2025

  • 5 Dec (Fri) – King Bhumibol's Birthday / Father’s Day: National Holiday
    Bank Closures: Yes | Alcohol Restrictions: May apply
  • 10 Dec (Wed) – Constitution Day: National Holiday
    Bank Closures: Yes | Alcohol Restrictions: May apply
  • 21 Dec (Sun) – December Solstice: Season
  • 24 Dec (Wed) – Christmas Eve: Observance
  • 25 Dec (Thu) – Christmas Day: Observance
  • 31 Dec (Wed) – New Year’s Eve: National Holiday
    Bank Closures: Yes | Alcohol Restrictions: May apply in evening

Notes & Practical Info

  • Alcohol restrictions are common on royal and Buddhist holidays (e.g., Makha & Visakha Bucha). Check local rules.
  • Bank closures typically follow national holidays—plan cash/transactions ahead.
Some observances vary by region; local announcements may change details.