Buddhist Lent Day (Khao Phansa), occurring on July 30, 2026, marks the start of a three-month, rainy-season retreat (Vassa) for Theravada monks, originating from ancient traditions where monks stayed in monasteries to avoid traveling and harming crops. It is a time for deep meditation, study, and, for laypeople, acts of

Her Majesty Queen Sirikit, the Queen Mother, was born on August 12, 1932. Her birthday is celebrated annually in Thailand as a national holiday and Mother’s Day (Wan Mae). She is revered as the "Mother of the Nation" for her extensive charitable work, support for rural communities, and promotion of Thai

Sunday 13 October commemorates the death of the late King of Thailand, Bhumibol Adulyadej. This national holiday in Thailand is held annually on 13 October. Born on 5 December 1927, His Majesty the late King Bhumibol Adulyadej died on 13 October 2016. The late King took the throne in 1946,