Despite the great age of the events of Maka Bucha, (Buddha was teaching over 2,500 years ago) this day only became a holiday in Thailand in 1957. Prior to 1957, the third lunar month was celebrated as a Buddhist Holy Day. In Thailand, the sale of alcohol is banned on

April 6 is Chakri Day in Thailand, a public holiday which commemorates the founding day of the royal Chakri Dynasty. On Chakri Day, the king and other members of the royal family preside over a religious ceremony honoring the previous kings. Thai people are generally very patriotic and Chakri Day

Songkran is the most popular holiday widely observed and participated even by foreign tourists. Over time the Songkran social aspect has come to be as prominent as its cultural and traditional aspects, its playful atmosphere is enhanced by the fun-filled “water war”, and various forms of delightful, colorful local performances,

Every first day of May (May 1) is celebrated in Thailand – as in many countries around the world – as National Labour Day. It is an official holiday for employees, and so many businesses will be closed for the day. In Thailand, National Labour Day has been celebrated since