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Festivals and Traditions

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public holiday

4 May
Coronation Day

is the day of the formal crowning of a monarch or its anniversary as observed as an annual commemoration or festival.

10 May
Royal Ploughing Ceremony
Bangkok

The Royal Ploughing Ceremony marks the traditional start of the rice growing season in Thailand. With its roots in Hindu culture, this ancient ceremony takes place in a number of countries in Asia including Cambodia and Myanmar.

10 May
Rocket Festivals
Northeastern

is a merit-making ceremony traditionally practiced by ethnic Lao people at the beginning of the wet season in various villages and municipalities in Northeastern Thailand and Laos.

Festivals and Traditions

Thailand is one country widely known for its rich culture and traditions which, to a significant extent, have been influenced by ethnic groups from India, Cambodia, China, and Southeast Asia. Thais often express this vibrant culture through festivals, and there’s no better way to get a glimpse into the heart and soul of the people, than by physically experiencing these joyful and colorful festivals Thailand offers. So if you’re ready, we’ll now take you on a journey during which you’ll discover the most popular festivals to attend while vacationing in the Land of Smiles

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May, 2025

1 May
Labour Day
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Labour Day is an annual day of celebration of the achievements of workers. It has its origins in the labour union movement, specifically the eight-hour day movement, which advocated eight hours for work, eight hours for recreation, and eight hours for rest.

4 May
Coronation Day
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is the day of the formal crowning of a monarch or its anniversary as observed as an annual commemoration or festival.

10 May
Royal Ploughing Ceremony
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The Royal Ploughing Ceremony marks the traditional start of the rice growing season in Thailand. With its roots in Hindu culture, this ancient ceremony takes place in a number of countries in Asia including Cambodia and Myanmar.

10 May
Rocket Festivals
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is a merit-making ceremony traditionally practiced by ethnic Lao people at the beginning of the wet season in various villages and municipalities in Northeastern Thailand and Laos.

22 May
Visakha Bucha Day
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Visakha Bucha, also known internationally as Vesak, is one of the holiest days in Buddhism. It marks three major events in the life of Siddhartha Gautama, the Lord Buddha: his birth, enlightenment, and death.

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