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Public holidays in Thailand

Public holidays in Thailand are regulated by the government, and most are observed by both the public and private sectors. There are usually nineteen public holidays in a year, but more may be declared by the cabinet. Other observances, both official and non-official, local and international, are observed to varying degrees throughout the country.

All public holidays are observed by government agencies, while the Bank of Thailand regulates bank holidays, which differ slightly from those observed by the government. Private businesses are required by the Labour Protection Act to observe at least 13 holidays per year, including National Labour Day, but may choose the other observances they follow.[1] If a holiday falls on a weekend, one following workday is observed by the government as a compensatory holiday.[2]

Public holidays edit

As of May 2019, there are 19 annual public holidays adopted by the cabinet:[3]

Date Name Local name Remarks
1 January New Year's Day[4] วันขึ้นปีใหม่ (Wan Khuen Pi Mai) Celebrates the start of the solar and Gregorian year. From 1889 to 1941, this was held on 1 April.
Full moon, 3rd Thai lunar month (February)a Magha Puja[4]b วันมาฆบูชา (Wan Makhabucha) Buddhist observance commemorating the Buddha's teaching of Ovada Patimokkha.
6 April Chakri Memorial Day[4] วันจักรี (Wan Chakri) Commemorates the establishment of the Chakri Dynasty and the founding of Bangkok by King Phutthayotfa Chulalok in 1782. Officially known as King Phutthayotfa Chulalok the Great Day and Chakri Dynasty Memorial Day (วันพระบาทสมเด็จพระพุทธยอดฟ้าจุฬาโลกมหาราชและวันที่ระลึกมหาจักรีบรมราชวงศ์).
13–15 April Songkran Festival[4] วันสงกรานต์ (Wan Songkran) Traditional Thai new year, and the major holiday of the year. Many people return home for family reunions during this period. The first day is known as วันมหาสงกรานต์ (Wan Maha Songkran), the second as วันเนา (Wan Nao), and the third as วันเถลิงศก (Wan Thaloeng Sok). The 14th is also observed as Family Day.
4 May Coronation Day วันฉัตรมงคล (Wan Chattramongkhon) Commemorates the coronation of King Maha Vajiralongkorn in 2019 and of his father, King Bhumibol Adulyadej, in 1950. Previously held on 5 May; cancelled in 2017 and re-established on 4 May in 2019 (beginning 2020).[5][3]
May, arbitrary date Royal Ploughing Ceremony and Farmer's Day[4]c วันพืชมงคล (Wan Phuetchamongkhon) Ceremony giving blessing to the country's farmers. Officially known as วันพระราชพิธีพืชมงคลจรดพระนังคัลแรกนาขวัญ (Wan Phra Ratcha Phithi Phuetcha Monkhon Lae Charot Phra Nangkhan Raek Na Khwan). Also observed as Farmer's Day. Each year's date is astrologically determined and announced by the Bureau of the Royal Household.
Full moon, 6th Thai lunar month (May)a Vesakb[4] วันวิสาขบูชา (Wan Wisakhabucha) Buddhist observance commemorating the birth, enlightenment and passing of the Buddha. Also observed as National Tree Day.
3 June Queen Suthida's Birthday วันเฉลิมพระชนมพรรษาสมเด็จพระนางเจ้าสุทิดา พัชรสุธาพิมลลักษณ พระบรมราชินี (Wan Chaloem Phra Chonmaphansa Somdet Phra Nang Chao Suthida Phatcharasutha Phimon Lak Phra Borommarachini) Commemorates the birth of Queen Suthida in 1978[6]
28 July King's Vajiralongkorn Birthday วันเฉลิมพระชนมพรรษาพระบาทสมเด็จพระวชิรเกล้าเจ้าอยู่หัว (Wan Chaloem Phra Chonmaphansa Phrabat Somdet Phra Vajira Klao Chao Yu Hua) Commemorates the birth of King Maha Vajiralongkorn in 1952
Full moon, 8th Thai lunar month (July)a Asalha Puja[4]b วันอาสาฬหบูชา (Wan Asanhabucha) Buddhist observance commemorating the Buddha's first discourse, the Dhammacakkappavattana Sutta
First waning moon, 8th Thai lunar month (July)a Beginning of Vassa[4]bc วันเข้าพรรษา (Wan Khao Phansa) Buddhist observance marking the beginning of Vassa, also known as Buddhist Lent
12 August The Queen Mother's Birthday[4] วันเฉลิมพระชนมพรรษาสมเด็จพระนางเจ้าสิริกิติ์ พระบรมราชินีนาถ พระบรมราชชนนีพันปีหลวง (Wan Chaloem Phra Chonmaphansa Somdet Phra Nang Chao Sirikit Phra Borommarachininat Phra Borommaracha Chanini Phanpi Luang) Commemorates the birth of Queen Mother Sirikit in 1932; also observed as National Mother's Day (วันแม่แห่งชาติ; Wan Mae Haeng Chat).
13 October Navamindra Maharaj Day วันนวมินทรมหาราช (Wan Nawaminthara Maharaj) Commemorates the passing of King Bhumibol Adulyadej in 2016. Formerly known as King Bhumibol Adulyadej The Great Memorial Day
23 October King Chulalongkorn Day[4] วันปิยมหาราช (Wan Piyamaharat) Commemorates the passing of King Chulalongkorn in 1910.
5 December King Bhumibol Adulyadej's Birthday[4] วันคล้ายวันพระบรมราชสมภพ พระบาทสมเด็จพระบรมชนกาธิเบศร มหาภูมิพลอดุลยเดชมหาราช บรมนาถบพิตร (Wan Khlai Wan Phra Boromracha Somphop Phrabat Somdet Phra Boromchanakathibet Maha Bhumibol Adulyadej Maharaj Borommanatbophit) Commemorates the birth of King Bhumibol Adulyadej in 1927. Also observed as National Day and National Father's Day. The United Nations honoured the king for his work in soil science by naming his birthdate as World Soil Day.[7]
10 December Constitution Day[4] วันรัฐธรรมนูญ (Wan Ratthathammanun) Commemorates the promulgation of the first permanent constitution in 1932.
31 December New Year's Eve[4] วันสิ้นปี (Wan Sin Pi) Final day of the solar year.
  • ^a Holidays regulated by the Thai lunar calendar—the usual Gregorian months in which the dates fall are indicated in parentheses. In lunar leap years, these take place one month later.
  • ^b Alcohol sales are prohibited on Buddhist holidays except in international airport duty-free shops.[8]
  • ^c Not observed by the Bank of Thailand and usually not observed by the private sector.

Prior to 2016, there were 16 annual public holidays.[4] With the passing of King Bhumibol Adulyadej, the list of annual public holidays for 2017 was revised by the cabinet in April 2017.[9] Coronation Day, which was previously observed on 5 May, was temporarily removed, but will be observed from 2020 onwards, with the new date of 4 May, which will be a double anniversary of the coronations of Kings Bhumibol Adulyadej (1950) and Vajiralongkorn (2019).

Two new public holidays from 2017 onwards are:

  • 28 July: King Maha Vajiralongkorn's Birthday
  • 13 October: Anniversary for the death of King Bhumibol Adulyadej

Chinese New Year, Eid ul-Fitr and Eid al-Adha are also observed as public holidays by government agencies in Narathiwat, Pattani, Yala and Satun Provinces (see below under § Other observances).[10] Government offices under the Ministry of Defence and Ministry of Education may also observe the Thai Armed Forces Day (18 January) and Teachers' Day (16 January), respectively (see § National observances below).

Bank holidays edit

Holidays observed by financial institutions (not to be confused with bank holidays in the United Kingdom) are regulated by the Bank of Thailand. These usually differ from government holidays in that banks do not observe the Royal Ploughing Ceremony day (Phuetchamongkhon) and the beginning of Vassa (Khao Phansa), but instead do observe 1 May as National Labour Day (see below under § National observances). Up until 2018, a mid-year bank holiday was also observed on 1 July (if that date did not fall on a weekend).[11] (Prior to 2007, the beginning of Vassa was observed as a holiday rather than Asalha Puja.) Chinese New Year, Eid ul-Fitr and Eid al-Adha are also designated as holidays for financial institutions in Narathiwat, Pattani, Yala and Satun Provinces if they do not already fall on a weekend or holiday.[12]

National observances edit

These observances are regulated by the government, but are not observed as holidays. Actual observance varies, and some are only observed by specific sectors.[13]

Date Observance Local name Observed since Remarks
2nd Saturday of January National Children's Day วันเด็กแห่งชาติ
(Wan Dek Haeng Chat)
1966 Widely celebrated, especially by governmental agencies, with many activities for children. Observed on this day since 1965; was observed on the first Monday of October from 1955 to 1964.
13 January National Aviation Day วันการบินแห่งชาติ
(Wan Kanbin Haeng Chat)
1995 Adopted 31 May 1994.[14]
14 January National Forest Conservation Day วันอนุรักษ์ทรัพยากรป่าไม้ของชาติ
(Wan Anurak Sapphayakon Pamai Khong Chat)
1990 Observance promoting the conservation of the nation's forests and the work against deforestation.[15] Adopted 9 January 1990.[16]
16 January Teachers' Day วันครู
(Wan Khru)
1957 Honours teachers countrywide. Schools may observe this day as a holiday, especially those under the authority of the Office of the Basic Education Commission. Adopted 1 December 1956.[17]
17 January Ram Khamhaeng Day วันพ่อขุนรามคำแหงมหาราช
(Wan Pho Khun Ram Khamhaeng Maharat)
1989 Commemorates the day King Mongkut found Ram Khamhaeng Inscription in 1833, originally held on November 17, which was the day King Vajiralongkorn opened King Ramkhamhaeng the Great monument at Sukhothai Historical Park in 1983.[citation needed]
18 January Royal Thai Armed Forces Day วันกองทัพไทย
(Wan Kongthap Thai)
1960 Commemorates King Naresuan's victorious elephant duel against the Burmese Uparaja, calculated to be in 1593. Observed on this date since 2007.[18] Observed on 8 April from 1960 to 1980 (now observed as the foundation anniversary of the Ministry of Defense); observed on 25 January from 1981 to 2006.[19][20]
2 February Inventor's Day วันนักประดิษฐ์
(Wan Nakpradit)
1995 Commemorates the patent registration of King Bhumibol's Chai Phatthana paddle wheel aerator in 1993. Adopted 10 May 1994.[21]
3 February Veterans' Day วันทหารผ่านศึก
(Wan Thahan Phan Suek)
1958 Commemorates the founding of the War Veterans Organization of Thailand. Remembrance ceremonies are held at Victory Monument. Adopted 13 February 1957.[22][23]
6 February Muay Thai's Day วันมวยไทย
(Wan Muay Thai)
2011 In honor of King Suriyentrathibodi. His talent in Muay Thai was evident This day celebrated on the day of his accession to the throne in 1703, with Muay Thai being glorified.[citation needed]
24 February National Artist Day วันศิลปินแห่งชาติ
(Wan Sinlapin Haeng Chat)
National Artists are honoured on this day, which commemorates King Rama II's birth.
26 February Cooperatives Day วันสหกรณ์
(Wan Sahakon)
1967 Adopted 14 February 1967.[24]
13 March National Elephant Day วันช้างไทย
(Wan Chang Thai)
1999 The observance was suggested by the Asian Elephant Foundation of Thailand and submitted to the Coordinating Subcommittee for the Conservation of Thai Elephants. The date was chosen because the Royal Forest Department designated the white elephant as the national animal of Thailand on 13 March 1963. Adopted 26 May 1998.[25]
31 March King Nangklao Memorial Day "วันที่ระลึกพระบาทสมเด็จพระนั่งเกล้าเจ้าอยู่หัว พระมหาเจษฎาราชเจ้า
(Wan Thi Raluek Phra Bat Somdet Phra Nang Klao Chao Yu Hua Phra Maha Chetsadaratchao)"
1993 Commemorates the birth anniversary of King Rama III. Adopted 1 September 1992.[26][27]
1 April Civil Service Day วันข้าราชการพลเรือน
(Wan Kharatchakan Phonlaruean)
1979 Commemorates the enactment of the first Civil Service Act in 1928.
2 April Thai Heritage Conservation Day วันอนุรักษ์มรดกไทย
(Wan Anurak Moradok Thai)
1995 Commemorates the birthday of Princess Sirindhorn.[citation needed]
2 April National Children's Book Day วันหนังสือเด็กแห่งชาติ 2005 Adopted 22 February 2005.[28]
2 April Reading Day วันรักการอ่าน
(Wan Rak Karn Arn)
2009 Commemorates the birthday of Princess Sirindhorn.
8 April Anniversary of the Ministry of Defense วันสถาปนากระทรวงกลาโหม 1981 Adopted 13 June 1980.[29]
9 April Royal Thai Air Force Day วันกองทัพอากาศ
(Wan Kongthap Akat)
1998 Foundation day of Royal Thai Air Force in 1937. Adopted 24 March 1998.[30]
10 April National Rubber Day วันยางพาราแห่งชาติ 2005 Adopted 21 December 2004.[31]
25 April King Naresuan Day วันสมเด็จพระนเรศวรมหาราช
(Wan Somdet Phra Naresuan Maharat)
2005 State ceremony. Naresuan died in 1605. Adopted 29 November 2005.[32]
30 April Consumer Protection Day วันคุ้มครองผู้บริโภค
(Wan Khumkhrong Phuboriphok)
Observed since 1980.
1 May National Labour Day[12] วันแรงงานแห่งชาติ
(Wan Raeng-ngan Haeng Chat)
1972 Coincides with International Workers' Day. Observed as a holiday by the Bank of Thailand and the private sector. Adopted 16 April 1972.[33]
10 May Work Safety Day วันความปลอดภัยในการทำงานแห่งชาติ
(Wan Khwam Plod Bhai Nai Karn Tham Ngarn Haeng Chat)
1997 Commemorates Kader Toy Factory fire in 1993 by reminding the safety in work.[citation needed]
10 May National Mangrove Forest Day วันป่าชายเลนแห่งชาติ
(Wan Pa Chai Len Haeng Chat)
2020 Remembering the day that His Majesty King Bhumibol Adulyadej gave a royal speech related to mangrove forests for the first time in 1991 and resulted in all sectors continually conserving mangrove forests.[citation needed]
14 May Thai Buffalo Conservation Day วันอนุรักษ์ควายไทย 2017 Adopted 7 March 2017.[34]
30 May King Prajadhipok Day วันพระบาทสมเด็จพระปกเกล้าเจ้าอยู่หัว 2002 State ceremony. Adopted 7 May 2002.[35]
9 June Ananda Mahidol Day วันที่ระลึกคล้ายวันสวรรคตพระบาทสมเด็จพระปรเมนทรมหาอานันทมหิดล พระอัฐมรามาธิบดินทร
(Wan Thi Raluek Khlai Wan Sawankhot Phra Bat Somdet Phra Poramen Maha Ananthamahidon Phra Atthamaramathibodin)
2015 King Ananda Mahidol died in 1946. Adopted 12 May 2015.[36]
25 June National Iodine Day วันไอโอดีนแห่งชาติ 2003 Commemorates the awarding of the ICCIDD Gold Medal to King Bhumibol Adulyadej in 1997. Adopted 27 August 2002.[37]
26 June Sunthorn Phu Day วันสุนทรภู่
(Wan Sunthon Phu)
Commemorates the birth of Sunthorn Phu in 1786.
29 July National Thai Language Day วันภาษาไทยแห่งชาติ
(Wan Phasa Thai Haeng Chat)
1999 King Bhumibol's public discorse with the Thai Language Club of the Faculty of Arts, Chulalongkorn University on 29 July 1962
1 August Thai Women's Day วันสตรีไทย
(Wan Satri Thai)
2003 Honors Queen Mother Sirikit. Adopted 29 July 2003.[38]
12 August National Thai Textile Day วันผ้าไทยแห่งชาติ
(Wan Pha Thai Haeng Chat)
2022 In honor of Her Majesty Queen Mother Sirikit to promote and conserve Thai fabrics to become popular again And help promote career creation and generate income for people in the Thai fabric industry.[citation needed]
16 August Thai Peace Day วันสันติภาพไทย
(Wan Santiphap Thai)
1995 Memorial Day honoring the anniversary since the conclusion of hostilities in World War II. Adopted 8 August 1995.[39]
18 August National Science Day วันวิทยาศาสตร์แห่งชาติ
(Wan Witthayasat Haeng Chat)
1982 Commemorates King Mongkut's prediction and observation of a total solar eclipse in 1868. Adopted 14 April 1982.[40]
9 September Huai Kha Khaeng Thung Yai Naresuan Wildlife Sanctuaries World Heritage Day วันเขตรักษาพันธุ์สัตว์ป่าห้วยขาแข้ง ทุ่งใหญ่นเรศวร มรดกโลก 1995 Adopted 4 July 1995.[41]
19 September Thai Museum Day วันพิพิธภัณฑ์ไทย 1995 Adopted 16 May 1995.[42]
20 September National Youth Day วันเยาวชนแห่งชาติ
(Wan Yaowachon Haeng Chat)
Commemorates the birth dates of Kings Chulalongkorn and Ananda Mahidol.
20 September National Canal Conservation Day วันอนุรักษ์รักษาดูคลองแห่งชาติ 1995 Adopted 29 August 1995.[43]
21 September National Fishing Day วันประมงแห่งชาติ
(Wan Pramong Haeng Chat)
1982 Coinciding with the establishment of the Department of Fisheries (Thailand) in 1926 by glorifying the fishery profession. Originally held on April 13.[citation needed]
24 September Mahidol Day วันมหิดล
(Wan Mahidon)
Commemorates the passing of Prince Father Mahidol Adulyadej, the "Father of Thai Modern Medicine".
28 September Thai National Flag Day วันพระราชทานธงชาติไทย
(Wan Phraratchathan Thongchat Thai)
2017 King Vajiravudh officially gave sanction to the current flag of Thailand in 1917. Adopted 20 September 2016.[44]
1 October King Rama IV Memorial Day วันรัฐพิธีที่ระลึกพระบาทสมเด็จพระจอมเกล้าเจ้าอยู่หัว 2014 State ceremony. Adopted 22 July 2014.[45] Observed on 18 October from 2011 to 2013.[46]
14 October 14 October Democracy Day วัน 14 ตุลา ประชาธิปไตย 2003 Commemorates the 14 October 1973 uprising. Adopted 26 August 2003.[47]
17 October National Police Day วันตำรวจ
(Wan Tamruat)
2017 Former 13 October (Since 1915–2016)
19 October Thailand Technology Day วันเทคโนโลยีของไทย
(Wan Teknoloyi Khong Thai)
2001 Commemorating the day King Bhumibol Adulyadej conducted a demonstration of a new formula of artificial rain in 1972 by promoting the development of Thai technology.[citation needed]
21 October National Social Work Day วันสังคมสงเคราะห์แห่งชาติ
(Wan Sangkhom Songkro Haeng Chat)
1985 Commemorates the birth of Srinagarindra the Princess Mother.[citation needed]
21 October National Nurses' Day วันพยาบาลแห่งชาติ
(Wan Phayaban Haeng Chat)
1990 Commemorates the birth of Srinagarindra the Princess Mother. Adopted 4 April 1990.[48]
21 October National Annual Tree Loving Day วันรักต้นไม้ประจำปีของชาติ 1990 Adopted 15 October 1990.[49]
21 October National Dental Hygiene Day วันทันตสาธารณสุขแห่งชาติ 1989 Adopted 4 July 1989.[50]
3rd Sunday of November World Day of Remembrance for Road Traffic Victims วันรำลึกผู้สูญเสียจากอุบัติเหตุทางถนนโลก 2013 Adopted 15 January 2013.[51]
20 November Royal Thai Navy Day วันกองทัพเรือ (Wan Kong Thap Ruea) Commemorates the opening of the Naval Academy at the former Royal Palace in 1906, marking the beginning of the modern navy.[citation needed]
25 November King Vajiravudh Memorial Day วันสมเด็จพระมหาธีรราชเจ้า
(Wan Somdet Phra Maha Thirarat Chao)
2003 Commemorates the passing of King Vajiravudh in 1925. Adopted 2 September 2003.[52]
25 November Primary Education Day วันประถมศึกษาแห่งชาติ (Wan Prathom Seuksa Haeng Chat) In honor of King Vajiravudh who supported primary education. It was originally held on October 1 in the name of Public Education Day. which was the promulgation of the First Elementary Education Act in 1921.[citation needed]
27 November National Health-Building Day วันสร้างสุขภาพแห่งชาติ 2002 Adopted 19 November 2002.[53]
1 December Damrong Rajanubhab Day วันดำรงราชานุภาพ
(Wan Damrongrachanuphap)
2001 Commemorates the passing of Prince Damrong Rajanubhab.[54] Adopted 27 November 2001.[55]
4 December Thai Environment Day วันสิ่งแวดล้อมไทย
(Wan Singwaetlom Thai)
1991 Adopted 12 November 1991.[56]
16 December National Sports Day วันกีฬาแห่งชาติ
(Wan Kila Haeng Chat)
1986 Commemorates King Bhumibol's gold medal in sailing at the 1967 Southeast Asian Peninsular Games.
28 December King Taksin Memorial Day วันที่ระลึกสมเด็จพระเจ้าตากสินมหาราช
(Wan Thi Raluek Somdet Phra Chao Tak Sin Maharat)
Commemorates the accession of King Taksin in 1768.

Other observances edit

Other observances, traditional and modern, are observed by various groups and communities throughout the country.

Date Observance Local name Remarks
4 January Cavalry and Armor Day วันทหารม้า (Wan Thahan Ma) Commemorates the bravery of King Taksin the Great, then Phraya Wachiraprakan, in the Battle of Ban Phran Nok in the Ayutthaya period, and the role of the Cavalry Branch of the Royal Thai Army in Thai military history.
17 January National Dairy Day วันโคนมแห่งชาติ (Wan Khonom Haeng Chat) Marking the inauguration of the Thai-Danish Dairy Farming and Training Center on 16 January 1962 by King Bhumibol Adulyadej and King Frederik IX of Denmark. Observed since 1987.[57]
1st day of the Chinese calendar (January,February) Chinese New Year วันตรุษจีน (Wan Trut Chin) Observed by Thai Chinese and parts of the private sector. Usually celebrated for three days starting on the day before the Chinese New Year's Eve. Chinese New Year is observed as a public holiday in Narathiwat, Pattani, Yala, Satun and Songkhla Provinces.
2 February National Agriculture Day วันเกษตรแห่งชาติ (Wan Kaset Haeng Chat)
10 February Volunteer Defense's Day วันอาสารักษาดินแดน (Wan Asa Raksa Dindaen) Foundation day of Volunteer Defense Corps.
14 February Valentine's Day วันวาเลนไทน์ Western holiday devoted to romance and love, imported in recent decades. A popular day for weddings.[58][59]
25 February National Radio Day วันวิทยุกระจายเสียงแห่งชาติ (Wan Witthayu Krachai Siang Haeng Chat) Marking the foundation of State Radio Station Radio Thailand, then known as Radio Bangkok of Phaya Thai on 25 February 1930.[60]
5 March Journalist's Day วันนักข่าว (Wan Nakkhao)
8th waning moon, 6th Thai lunar month (May–June)a Atthami Puja วันอัฐมีบูชา (Wan Atthamibucha) Buddhist observance commemorating the Buddha's cremation.
5th day, 5th Chinese lunar month Duanwu Festival วันไหว้ขนมจ้าง (Wan Wai Khanom Chang) Chinese festival
1 July National Scout Organization Day วันสถาปนาลูกเสือแห่งชาติ (Wan Sathapana Luksuea Haeng Chat) King Vajiravudh founded the National Scout Organization of Thailand on this day in 1911.
15th day, 7th Chinese lunar month (August)a Ghost Festival วันสารทจีน (Wan Sat Chin) Known as Sat Chin to differentiate from Sat Thai (see below)
4 September Royal Thai Navy Submarine Memorial Day[61] วันเรือดำน้ำไทย (Wan Ruea Dam Nam Thai)
15 September Silpa Bhirasri Day วันศิลป์ พีระศรี (Wan Sin Phirasi)
15th day, 8th Chinese lunar month (September)a Moon Festival วันไหว้พระจันทร์ (Wan Wai Phrachan) Chinese festival
New moon, 10th Thai lunar month (September–October)a Sat Thai Day วันสารทไทย (Wan Sat Thai) Traditional mid-year festival, now celebrated mostly in Nakhon Si Thammarat
1st–9th days, 9th Chinese lunar month (September–October)a Vegetarian Festival เทศกาลกินเจ (Thetsakan Kin Che) Usually corresponds with Sat Thai Day, depending on the differences between the Thai and Chinese lunar calendars.
Full moon, 11th Thai lunar month (October)a Pavarana/Wan Ok Phansab วันออกพรรษา Marks the end of the three-month Vassa and the beginning of the Kathina period the following day.
Full moon, 12th Thai lunar month (November)a Loy Krathong วันลอยกระทง (Wan Loi Krathong) Observed as Yi Peng festival (ยี่เป็ง) in Chiangmai.
20 November Royal Thai Navy Day วันกองทัพเรือ (Wan Kongthap Ruea) Foundation day of Royal Thai Navy in 1906.
25 December Christmas วันคริสต์มาส Christian holiday celebrating the birth of Jesus Christ. Religious for Christians and widely observed commercially.
1 Shawwal in the Islamic calendar Eid al-Fitr วันตรุษอีดิ้ลฟิตรี (วันรายอปอซอ) Muslim holiday celebrating the end of the fasting month of Ramadan. Observed as a public holiday in Narathiwat, Pattani, Yala, Satun and Songkhla Provinces.
10 Dhu al-Hijjah in the Islamic calendar Eid al-Adha วันตรุษอีดิ้ลอัฎฮา (วันรายอฮัจยี) Muslim holiday commemorating the willingness of Ibrahim to sacrifice his son Ismael as an act of obedience to Allah. Observed as a public holiday in Narathiwat, Pattani, Yala, Satun and Songkhla Provinces.
  • ^a Observances regulated by the Thai or Chinese lunar calendars—the usual Gregorian months in which the dates fall are indicated in parentheses.
  • ^b Alcohol sales are prohibited on Buddhist holidays except in international airport duty-free shops.[8]

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  • Cavanagh, Roy. "Public Holidays in Thailand, 2018". Thaizer. Retrieved 8 September 2017.
  • Khat, Leakhena (15 January 2018). "Public Holidays: Cambodians Work The Least in Asean, Second Least Globally". AEC News Today. Retrieved 23 November 2018.

public, holidays, thailand, regulated, government, most, observed, both, public, private, sectors, there, usually, nineteen, public, holidays, year, more, declared, cabinet, other, observances, both, official, official, local, international, observed, varying,. Public holidays in Thailand are regulated by the government and most are observed by both the public and private sectors There are usually nineteen public holidays in a year but more may be declared by the cabinet Other observances both official and non official local and international are observed to varying degrees throughout the country All public holidays are observed by government agencies while the Bank of Thailand regulates bank holidays which differ slightly from those observed by the government Private businesses are required by the Labour Protection Act to observe at least 13 holidays per year including National Labour Day but may choose the other observances they follow 1 If a holiday falls on a weekend one following workday is observed by the government as a compensatory holiday 2 Contents 1 Public holidays 2 Bank holidays 3 National observances 4 Other observances 5 See also 6 References 7 External linksPublic holidays editAs of May 2019 there are 19 annual public holidays adopted by the cabinet 3 Date Name Local name Remarks 1 January New Year s Day 4 wnkhunpiihm Wan Khuen Pi Mai Celebrates the start of the solar and Gregorian year From 1889 to 1941 this was held on 1 April Full moon 3rd Thai lunar month February a Magha Puja 4 b wnmakhbucha Wan Makhabucha Buddhist observance commemorating the Buddha s teaching of Ovada Patimokkha 6 April Chakri Memorial Day 4 wnckri Wan Chakri Commemorates the establishment of the Chakri Dynasty and the founding of Bangkok by King Phutthayotfa Chulalok in 1782 Officially known as King Phutthayotfa Chulalok the Great Day and Chakri Dynasty Memorial Day wnphrabathsmedcphraphuththyxdfaculaolkmharachaelawnthiralukmhackribrmrachwngs 13 15 April Songkran Festival 4 wnsngkrant Wan Songkran Traditional Thai new year and the major holiday of the year Many people return home for family reunions during this period The first day is known as wnmhasngkrant Wan Maha Songkran the second as wnena Wan Nao and the third as wnethlingsk Wan Thaloeng Sok The 14th is also observed as Family Day 4 May Coronation Day wnchtrmngkhl Wan Chattramongkhon Commemorates the coronation of King Maha Vajiralongkorn in 2019 and of his father King Bhumibol Adulyadej in 1950 Previously held on 5 May cancelled in 2017 and re established on 4 May in 2019 beginning 2020 5 3 May arbitrary date Royal Ploughing Ceremony and Farmer s Day 4 c wnphuchmngkhl Wan Phuetchamongkhon Ceremony giving blessing to the country s farmers Officially known as wnphrarachphithiphuchmngkhlcrdphranngkhlaerknakhwy Wan Phra Ratcha Phithi Phuetcha Monkhon Lae Charot Phra Nangkhan Raek Na Khwan Also observed as Farmer s Day Each year s date is astrologically determined and announced by the Bureau of the Royal Household Full moon 6th Thai lunar month May a Vesakb 4 wnwisakhbucha Wan Wisakhabucha Buddhist observance commemorating the birth enlightenment and passing of the Buddha Also observed as National Tree Day 3 June Queen Suthida s Birthday wnechlimphrachnmphrrsasmedcphranangecasuthida phchrsuthaphimllksn phrabrmrachini Wan Chaloem Phra Chonmaphansa Somdet Phra Nang Chao Suthida Phatcharasutha Phimon Lak Phra Borommarachini Commemorates the birth of Queen Suthida in 1978 6 28 July King s Vajiralongkorn Birthday wnechlimphrachnmphrrsaphrabathsmedcphrawchireklaecaxyuhw Wan Chaloem Phra Chonmaphansa Phrabat Somdet Phra Vajira Klao Chao Yu Hua Commemorates the birth of King Maha Vajiralongkorn in 1952 Full moon 8th Thai lunar month July a Asalha Puja 4 b wnxasalhbucha Wan Asanhabucha Buddhist observance commemorating the Buddha s first discourse the Dhammacakkappavattana Sutta First waning moon 8th Thai lunar month July a Beginning of Vassa 4 bc wnekhaphrrsa Wan Khao Phansa Buddhist observance marking the beginning of Vassa also known as Buddhist Lent 12 August The Queen Mother s Birthday 4 wnechlimphrachnmphrrsasmedcphranangecasirikiti phrabrmrachininath phrabrmrachchnniphnpihlwng Wan Chaloem Phra Chonmaphansa Somdet Phra Nang Chao Sirikit Phra Borommarachininat Phra Borommaracha Chanini Phanpi Luang Commemorates the birth of Queen Mother Sirikit in 1932 also observed as National Mother s Day wnaemaehngchati Wan Mae Haeng Chat 13 October Navamindra Maharaj Day wnnwminthrmharach Wan Nawaminthara Maharaj Commemorates the passing of King Bhumibol Adulyadej in 2016 Formerly known as King Bhumibol Adulyadej The Great Memorial Day 23 October King Chulalongkorn Day 4 wnpiymharach Wan Piyamaharat Commemorates the passing of King Chulalongkorn in 1910 5 December King Bhumibol Adulyadej s Birthday 4 wnkhlaywnphrabrmrachsmphph phrabathsmedcphrabrmchnkathiebsr mhaphumiphlxdulyedchmharach brmnathbphitr Wan Khlai Wan Phra Boromracha Somphop Phrabat Somdet Phra Boromchanakathibet Maha Bhumibol Adulyadej Maharaj Borommanatbophit Commemorates the birth of King Bhumibol Adulyadej in 1927 Also observed as National Day and National Father s Day The United Nations honoured the king for his work in soil science by naming his birthdate as World Soil Day 7 10 December Constitution Day 4 wnrththrrmnuy Wan Ratthathammanun Commemorates the promulgation of the first permanent constitution in 1932 31 December New Year s Eve 4 wnsinpi Wan Sin Pi Final day of the solar year a Holidays regulated by the Thai lunar calendar the usual Gregorian months in which the dates fall are indicated in parentheses In lunar leap years these take place one month later b Alcohol sales are prohibited on Buddhist holidays except in international airport duty free shops 8 c Not observed by the Bank of Thailand and usually not observed by the private sector Prior to 2016 there were 16 annual public holidays 4 With the passing of King Bhumibol Adulyadej the list of annual public holidays for 2017 was revised by the cabinet in April 2017 9 Coronation Day which was previously observed on 5 May was temporarily removed but will be observed from 2020 onwards with the new date of 4 May which will be a double anniversary of the coronations of Kings Bhumibol Adulyadej 1950 and Vajiralongkorn 2019 Two new public holidays from 2017 onwards are 28 July King Maha Vajiralongkorn s Birthday 13 October Anniversary for the death of King Bhumibol Adulyadej Chinese New Year Eid ul Fitr and Eid al Adha are also observed as public holidays by government agencies in Narathiwat Pattani Yala and Satun Provinces see below under Other observances 10 Government offices under the Ministry of Defence and Ministry of Education may also observe the Thai Armed Forces Day 18 January and Teachers Day 16 January respectively see National observances below Bank holidays editHolidays observed by financial institutions not to be confused with bank holidays in the United Kingdom are regulated by the Bank of Thailand These usually differ from government holidays in that banks do not observe the Royal Ploughing Ceremony day Phuetchamongkhon and the beginning of Vassa Khao Phansa but instead do observe 1 May as National Labour Day see below under National observances Up until 2018 a mid year bank holiday was also observed on 1 July if that date did not fall on a weekend 11 Prior to 2007 the beginning of Vassa was observed as a holiday rather than Asalha Puja Chinese New Year Eid ul Fitr and Eid al Adha are also designated as holidays for financial institutions in Narathiwat Pattani Yala and Satun Provinces if they do not already fall on a weekend or holiday 12 National observances editThese observances are regulated by the government but are not observed as holidays Actual observance varies and some are only observed by specific sectors 13 Date Observance Local name Observed since Remarks 2nd Saturday of January National Children s Day wnedkaehngchati Wan Dek Haeng Chat 1966 Widely celebrated especially by governmental agencies with many activities for children Observed on this day since 1965 was observed on the first Monday of October from 1955 to 1964 13 January National Aviation Day wnkarbinaehngchati Wan Kanbin Haeng Chat 1995 Adopted 31 May 1994 14 14 January National Forest Conservation Day wnxnurksthrphyakrpaimkhxngchati Wan Anurak Sapphayakon Pamai Khong Chat 1990 Observance promoting the conservation of the nation s forests and the work against deforestation 15 Adopted 9 January 1990 16 16 January Teachers Day wnkhru Wan Khru 1957 Honours teachers countrywide Schools may observe this day as a holiday especially those under the authority of the Office of the Basic Education Commission Adopted 1 December 1956 17 17 January Ram Khamhaeng Day wnphxkhunramkhaaehngmharach Wan Pho Khun Ram Khamhaeng Maharat 1989 Commemorates the day King Mongkut found Ram Khamhaeng Inscription in 1833 originally held on November 17 which was the day King Vajiralongkorn opened King Ramkhamhaeng the Great monument at Sukhothai Historical Park in 1983 citation needed 18 January Royal Thai Armed Forces Day wnkxngthphithy Wan Kongthap Thai 1960 Commemorates King Naresuan s victorious elephant duel against the Burmese Uparaja calculated to be in 1593 Observed on this date since 2007 18 Observed on 8 April from 1960 to 1980 now observed as the foundation anniversary of the Ministry of Defense observed on 25 January from 1981 to 2006 19 20 2 February Inventor s Day wnnkpradisth Wan Nakpradit 1995 Commemorates the patent registration of King Bhumibol s Chai Phatthana paddle wheel aerator in 1993 Adopted 10 May 1994 21 3 February Veterans Day wnthharphansuk Wan Thahan Phan Suek 1958 Commemorates the founding of the War Veterans Organization of Thailand Remembrance ceremonies are held at Victory Monument Adopted 13 February 1957 22 23 6 February Muay Thai s Day wnmwyithy Wan Muay Thai 2011 In honor of King Suriyentrathibodi His talent in Muay Thai was evident This day celebrated on the day of his accession to the throne in 1703 with Muay Thai being glorified citation needed 24 February National Artist Day wnsilpinaehngchati Wan Sinlapin Haeng Chat National Artists are honoured on this day which commemorates King Rama II s birth 26 February Cooperatives Day wnshkrn Wan Sahakon 1967 Adopted 14 February 1967 24 13 March National Elephant Day wnchangithy Wan Chang Thai 1999 The observance was suggested by the Asian Elephant Foundation of Thailand and submitted to the Coordinating Subcommittee for the Conservation of Thai Elephants The date was chosen because the Royal Forest Department designated the white elephant as the national animal of Thailand on 13 March 1963 Adopted 26 May 1998 25 31 March King Nangklao Memorial Day wnthiralukphrabathsmedcphranngeklaecaxyuhw phramhaecsdaracheca Wan Thi Raluek Phra Bat Somdet Phra Nang Klao Chao Yu Hua Phra Maha Chetsadaratchao 1993 Commemorates the birth anniversary of King Rama III Adopted 1 September 1992 26 27 1 April Civil Service Day wnkharachkarphleruxn Wan Kharatchakan Phonlaruean 1979 Commemorates the enactment of the first Civil Service Act in 1928 2 April Thai Heritage Conservation Day wnxnurksmrdkithy Wan Anurak Moradok Thai 1995 Commemorates the birthday of Princess Sirindhorn citation needed 2 April National Children s Book Day wnhnngsuxedkaehngchati 2005 Adopted 22 February 2005 28 2 April Reading Day wnrkkarxan Wan Rak Karn Arn 2009 Commemorates the birthday of Princess Sirindhorn 8 April Anniversary of the Ministry of Defense wnsthapnakrathrwngklaohm 1981 Adopted 13 June 1980 29 9 April Royal Thai Air Force Day wnkxngthphxakas Wan Kongthap Akat 1998 Foundation day of Royal Thai Air Force in 1937 Adopted 24 March 1998 30 10 April National Rubber Day wnyangpharaaehngchati 2005 Adopted 21 December 2004 31 25 April King Naresuan Day wnsmedcphranerswrmharach Wan Somdet Phra Naresuan Maharat 2005 State ceremony Naresuan died in 1605 Adopted 29 November 2005 32 30 April Consumer Protection Day wnkhumkhrxngphubriophkh Wan Khumkhrong Phuboriphok Observed since 1980 1 May National Labour Day 12 wnaerngnganaehngchati Wan Raeng ngan Haeng Chat 1972 Coincides with International Workers Day Observed as a holiday by the Bank of Thailand and the private sector Adopted 16 April 1972 33 10 May Work Safety Day wnkhwamplxdphyinkarthanganaehngchati Wan Khwam Plod Bhai Nai Karn Tham Ngarn Haeng Chat 1997 Commemorates Kader Toy Factory fire in 1993 by reminding the safety in work citation needed 10 May National Mangrove Forest Day wnpachayelnaehngchati Wan Pa Chai Len Haeng Chat 2020 Remembering the day that His Majesty King Bhumibol Adulyadej gave a royal speech related to mangrove forests for the first time in 1991 and resulted in all sectors continually conserving mangrove forests citation needed 14 May Thai Buffalo Conservation Day wnxnurkskhwayithy 2017 Adopted 7 March 2017 34 30 May King Prajadhipok Day wnphrabathsmedcphrapkeklaecaxyuhw 2002 State ceremony Adopted 7 May 2002 35 9 June Ananda Mahidol Day wnthiralukkhlaywnswrrkhtphrabathsmedcphrapremnthrmhaxannthmhidl phraxthmramathibdinthr Wan Thi Raluek Khlai Wan Sawankhot Phra Bat Somdet Phra Poramen Maha Ananthamahidon Phra Atthamaramathibodin 2015 King Ananda Mahidol died in 1946 Adopted 12 May 2015 36 25 June National Iodine Day wnixoxdinaehngchati 2003 Commemorates the awarding of the ICCIDD Gold Medal to King Bhumibol Adulyadej in 1997 Adopted 27 August 2002 37 26 June Sunthorn Phu Day wnsunthrphu Wan Sunthon Phu Commemorates the birth of Sunthorn Phu in 1786 29 July National Thai Language Day wnphasaithyaehngchati Wan Phasa Thai Haeng Chat 1999 King Bhumibol s public discorse with the Thai Language Club of the Faculty of Arts Chulalongkorn University on 29 July 1962 1 August Thai Women s Day wnstriithy Wan Satri Thai 2003 Honors Queen Mother Sirikit Adopted 29 July 2003 38 12 August National Thai Textile Day wnphaithyaehngchati Wan Pha Thai Haeng Chat 2022 In honor of Her Majesty Queen Mother Sirikit to promote and conserve Thai fabrics to become popular again And help promote career creation and generate income for people in the Thai fabric industry citation needed 16 August Thai Peace Day wnsntiphaphithy Wan Santiphap Thai 1995 Memorial Day honoring the anniversary since the conclusion of hostilities in World War II Adopted 8 August 1995 39 18 August National Science Day wnwithyasastraehngchati Wan Witthayasat Haeng Chat 1982 Commemorates King Mongkut s prediction and observation of a total solar eclipse in 1868 Adopted 14 April 1982 40 9 September Huai Kha Khaeng Thung Yai Naresuan Wildlife Sanctuaries World Heritage Day wnekhtrksaphnthustwpahwykhaaekhng thungihynerswr mrdkolk 1995 Adopted 4 July 1995 41 19 September Thai Museum Day wnphiphithphnthithy 1995 Adopted 16 May 1995 42 20 September National Youth Day wneyawchnaehngchati Wan Yaowachon Haeng Chat Commemorates the birth dates of Kings Chulalongkorn and Ananda Mahidol 20 September National Canal Conservation Day wnxnurksrksadukhlxngaehngchati 1995 Adopted 29 August 1995 43 21 September National Fishing Day wnpramngaehngchati Wan Pramong Haeng Chat 1982 Coinciding with the establishment of the Department of Fisheries Thailand in 1926 by glorifying the fishery profession Originally held on April 13 citation needed 24 September Mahidol Day wnmhidl Wan Mahidon Commemorates the passing of Prince Father Mahidol Adulyadej the Father of Thai Modern Medicine 28 September Thai National Flag Day wnphrarachthanthngchatiithy Wan Phraratchathan Thongchat Thai 2017 King Vajiravudh officially gave sanction to the current flag of Thailand in 1917 Adopted 20 September 2016 44 1 October King Rama IV Memorial Day wnrthphithithiralukphrabathsmedcphracxmeklaecaxyuhw 2014 State ceremony Adopted 22 July 2014 45 Observed on 18 October from 2011 to 2013 46 14 October 14 October Democracy Day wn 14 tula prachathipity 2003 Commemorates the 14 October 1973 uprising Adopted 26 August 2003 47 17 October National Police Day wntarwc Wan Tamruat 2017 Former 13 October Since 1915 2016 19 October Thailand Technology Day wnethkhonolyikhxngithy Wan Teknoloyi Khong Thai 2001 Commemorating the day King Bhumibol Adulyadej conducted a demonstration of a new formula of artificial rain in 1972 by promoting the development of Thai technology citation needed 21 October National Social Work Day wnsngkhmsngekhraahaehngchati Wan Sangkhom Songkro Haeng Chat 1985 Commemorates the birth of Srinagarindra the Princess Mother citation needed 21 October National Nurses Day wnphyabalaehngchati Wan Phayaban Haeng Chat 1990 Commemorates the birth of Srinagarindra the Princess Mother Adopted 4 April 1990 48 21 October National Annual Tree Loving Day wnrktnimpracapikhxngchati 1990 Adopted 15 October 1990 49 21 October National Dental Hygiene Day wnthntsatharnsukhaehngchati 1989 Adopted 4 July 1989 50 3rd Sunday of November World Day of Remembrance for Road Traffic Victims wnralukphusuyesiycakxubtiehtuthangthnnolk 2013 Adopted 15 January 2013 51 20 November Royal Thai Navy Day wnkxngthpherux Wan Kong Thap Ruea Commemorates the opening of the Naval Academy at the former Royal Palace in 1906 marking the beginning of the modern navy citation needed 25 November King Vajiravudh Memorial Day wnsmedcphramhathirracheca Wan Somdet Phra Maha Thirarat Chao 2003 Commemorates the passing of King Vajiravudh in 1925 Adopted 2 September 2003 52 25 November Primary Education Day wnprathmsuksaaehngchati Wan Prathom Seuksa Haeng Chat In honor of King Vajiravudh who supported primary education It was originally held on October 1 in the name of Public Education Day which was the promulgation of the First Elementary Education Act in 1921 citation needed 27 November National Health Building Day wnsrangsukhphaphaehngchati 2002 Adopted 19 November 2002 53 1 December Damrong Rajanubhab Day wndarngrachanuphaph Wan Damrongrachanuphap 2001 Commemorates the passing of Prince Damrong Rajanubhab 54 Adopted 27 November 2001 55 4 December Thai Environment Day wnsingaewdlxmithy Wan Singwaetlom Thai 1991 Adopted 12 November 1991 56 16 December National Sports Day wnkilaaehngchati Wan Kila Haeng Chat 1986 Commemorates King Bhumibol s gold medal in sailing at the 1967 Southeast Asian Peninsular Games 28 December King Taksin Memorial Day wnthiraluksmedcphraecataksinmharach Wan Thi Raluek Somdet Phra Chao Tak Sin Maharat Commemorates the accession of King Taksin in 1768 Other observances editOther observances traditional and modern are observed by various groups and communities throughout the country Date Observance Local name Remarks 4 January Cavalry and Armor Day wnthharma Wan Thahan Ma Commemorates the bravery of King Taksin the Great then Phraya Wachiraprakan in the Battle of Ban Phran Nok in the Ayutthaya period and the role of the Cavalry Branch of the Royal Thai Army in Thai military history 17 January National Dairy Day wnokhnmaehngchati Wan Khonom Haeng Chat Marking the inauguration of the Thai Danish Dairy Farming and Training Center on 16 January 1962 by King Bhumibol Adulyadej and King Frederik IX of Denmark Observed since 1987 57 1st day of the Chinese calendar January February Chinese New Year wntruscin Wan Trut Chin Observed by Thai Chinese and parts of the private sector Usually celebrated for three days starting on the day before the Chinese New Year s Eve Chinese New Year is observed as a public holiday in Narathiwat Pattani Yala Satun and Songkhla Provinces 2 February National Agriculture Day wnekstraehngchati Wan Kaset Haeng Chat 10 February Volunteer Defense s Day wnxasarksadinaedn Wan Asa Raksa Dindaen Foundation day of Volunteer Defense Corps 14 February Valentine s Day wnwaelnithn Western holiday devoted to romance and love imported in recent decades A popular day for weddings 58 59 25 February National Radio Day wnwithyukracayesiyngaehngchati Wan Witthayu Krachai Siang Haeng Chat Marking the foundation of State Radio Station Radio Thailand then known as Radio Bangkok of Phaya Thai on 25 February 1930 60 5 March Journalist s Day wnnkkhaw Wan Nakkhao 8th waning moon 6th Thai lunar month May June a Atthami Puja wnxthmibucha Wan Atthamibucha Buddhist observance commemorating the Buddha s cremation 5th day 5th Chinese lunar month Duanwu Festival wnihwkhnmcang Wan Wai Khanom Chang Chinese festival 1 July National Scout Organization Day wnsthapnalukesuxaehngchati Wan Sathapana Luksuea Haeng Chat King Vajiravudh founded the National Scout Organization of Thailand on this day in 1911 15th day 7th Chinese lunar month August a Ghost Festival wnsarthcin Wan Sat Chin Known as Sat Chin to differentiate from Sat Thai see below 4 September Royal Thai Navy Submarine Memorial Day 61 wneruxdanaithy Wan Ruea Dam Nam Thai 15 September Silpa Bhirasri Day wnsilp phirasri Wan Sin Phirasi 15th day 8th Chinese lunar month September a Moon Festival wnihwphracnthr Wan Wai Phrachan Chinese festival New moon 10th Thai lunar month September October a Sat Thai Day wnsarthithy Wan Sat Thai Traditional mid year festival now celebrated mostly in Nakhon Si Thammarat 1st 9th days 9th Chinese lunar month September October a Vegetarian Festival ethskalkinec Thetsakan Kin Che Usually corresponds with Sat Thai Day depending on the differences between the Thai and Chinese lunar calendars Full moon 11th Thai lunar month October a Pavarana Wan Ok Phansab wnxxkphrrsa Marks the end of the three month Vassa and the beginning of the Kathina period the following day Full moon 12th Thai lunar month November a Loy Krathong wnlxykrathng Wan Loi Krathong Observed as Yi Peng festival yiepng in Chiangmai 20 November Royal Thai Navy Day wnkxngthpherux Wan Kongthap Ruea Foundation day of Royal Thai Navy in 1906 25 December Christmas wnkhristmas Christian holiday celebrating the birth of Jesus Christ Religious for Christians and widely observed commercially 1 Shawwal in the Islamic calendar Eid al Fitr wntrusxidilfitri wnrayxpxsx Muslim holiday celebrating the end of the fasting month of Ramadan Observed as a public holiday in Narathiwat Pattani Yala Satun and Songkhla Provinces 10 Dhu al Hijjah in the Islamic calendar Eid al Adha wntrusxidilxdha wnrayxhcyi Muslim holiday commemorating the willingness of Ibrahim to sacrifice his 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