Never lose track of Thailand’s school holidays again.
Never lose track of Thailand’s school holidays again. We’ve rounded up the key 2026 and 2027 public holidays, Thai school holidays and international school holiday dates in Bangkok so you can start planning family trips, holiday camps and long weekends early.
Trying to plan your next beach escape before everyone else books out Hua Hin? Wondering when the kids are actually off school in Thailand? We’ve got you.
Below, you’ll find the key 2026 and 2027 public holidays in Thailand, plus general Thai school term breaks and international school holiday periods in Bangkok. Whether your child is in a local Thai school, bilingual programme or international school, this guide will help you plan ahead for travel, childcare, camps and family time.
One thing to know: international schools in Bangkok all run slightly differently. Some follow British terms, others use American semesters or IB calendars, so dates can vary quite a bit from school to school. Always double-check directly with your school, as calendars can change throughout the year.
2026 Thailand public holidays
Here are the official public holidays in Thailand for 2026.
- New Year’s Day: 1 January 2026
- New Year Holiday (substitute): 2 January 2026
- Makha Bucha Day: 3 March 2026
- Chakri Memorial Day: 6 April 2026
- Songkran Festival: 13–15 April 2026
- Labour Day: 1 May 2026
- Coronation Day: 4 May 2026
- Visakha Bucha Day: 1 June 2026
- Queen Suthida’s Birthday: 3 June 2026
- King Vajiralongkorn’s Birthday: 28 July 2026
- Asarnha Bucha Day: 29 July 2026
- Queen Mother’s Birthday / Mother’s Day: 12 August 2026
- King Bhumibol Memorial Day: 13 October 2026
- Chulalongkorn Day: 23 October 2026
- King Bhumibol’s Birthday / Father’s Day: 5 December 2026 (Saturday)
- Substitution day for Father’s Day: 7 December 2026 (Monday)
- Constitution Day: 10 December 2026
- New Year’s Eve: 31 December 2026
Best long weekends in Thailand for 2026
Thailand honestly does long weekends very well.
Here are some of the best opportunities for family getaways in 2026:
- New Year: 1–4 January 2026
- Songkran: 11–15 April 2026
- Early June: 30 May–3 June 2026
- Late July: 25–29 July 2026
- Mother’s Day: 8–12 August 2026
- October break: 10–13 October 2026
- December holidays: 5–10 December 2026 and year-end breaks
If you’re planning travel during Songkran, book flights and hotels early. Domestic travel in Thailand gets hectic very quickly.
2027 Thailand public holidays (estimated)
The official cabinet confirmation usually comes later, but these are the expected public holidays for Thailand in 2027.
- New Year’s Day: 1 January 2027
- Makha Bucha Day: 21 February 2027
- Chakri Memorial Day: 6 April 2027
- Songkran Festival: 13–15 April 2027
- Labour Day: 1 May 2027
- Coronation Day: 4 May 2027
- Visakha Bucha Day: 20 May 2027
- Queen Suthida’s Birthday: 3 June 2027
- Asarnha Bucha Day: 18 July 2027 (Sunday)
- Buddhist Lent Day: 19 July 2027
- Substitutional day for Asarnha Bucha Day: 20 July 2027 (Tuesday)
- King Vajiralongkorn’s Birthday: 28 July 2027
- Mother’s Day: 12 August 2027
- King Bhumibol Memorial Day: 13 October 2027
- Chulalongkorn Day: 23 October 2027
- Father’s Day: 5 December 2027
- Constitution Day: 10 December 2027
- New Year’s Eve: 31 December 2027
Some Buddhist holiday dates depend on the lunar calendar and may change.
Thai school holidays in Thailand 2026–2027
Most Thai government and bilingual schools follow a fairly standard academic calendar.Traditionally, the Thai school year starts in May and ends in March, although some schools are gradually shifting toward international-style August starts.
2026 Thai school term breaks
Summer school holidays
Mid-March – mid-May 2026
This is the big one. Thai schools break for almost two months during the hottest time of year. Expect camps, enrichment classes and family travel everywhere.
Mid-term break
October 2026
Usually around 2–3 weeks depending on the school.
Public holidays during term time
Thai schools also close for major national and Buddhist holidays throughout the year, especially Songkran and royal holidays.
2027 Thai school holidays (estimated)
Summer school holidays
March – May 2027
Mid-term break
October 2027
Exact dates vary between schools and private bilingual programmes.
International school holidays in Bangkok 2026–2027
International schools in Bangkok generally follow one of three systems:
- British term system
- American semester system
- IB calendar
That means holiday dates can differ quite a lot. British schools usually have October half-term and Easter breaks, while American schools tend to have longer summer holidays.
Here’s a rough guide to what most Bangkok international schools follow.
Typical international school holiday periods in Bangkok
Christmas holidays
Mid-December 2026 – early January 2027
Usually around 3 weeks.
February half-term
Mid-February 2026
Common in British curriculum schools.
Easter / Spring break
Late March – April 2026
Typically 1–3 weeks depending on curriculum.
Summer holidays
Mid-June or early July – August 2026
American schools usually break earlier. British schools often finish in late June.
October half-term
October 2026
Usually 1–2 weeks.
Bangkok international schools: holiday calendar links
Here are some schools parents commonly search for when planning holidays.
Bangkok Patana School
British curriculum school with August–June academic year.
NIST International School
IB school calendar with seasonal breaks and longer summer holiday.
St. Andrews International School Bangkok
British-style term breaks including October half-term and Easter holidays.
Ruamrudee International School
American-style semester calendar.
Bangkok Prep
British curriculum with term-based holidays.
Concordian International School
IB calendar with semester breaks.
Why parents in Bangkok plan school holidays early
Because everyone else is trying to do exactly the same thing.
The moment schools release calendars, families start locking in:
- Japan ski trips
- Beach resorts in Hua Hin and Phuket
- Summer camps
- Flights back home
- Kids’ activity programmes in Bangkok
And yes, prices absolutely jump during school breaks.
If you’re new to Bangkok, one thing you’ll quickly realise is that school holidays pretty much shape the city’s rhythm. Traffic gets lighter, cafés fill with families, and every parent WhatsApp group suddenly turns into holiday planning mode.
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Frequently Asked Questions
1. Do international schools in Bangkok follow the same holiday calendar?
No. International schools in Bangkok all run slightly differently depending on whether they follow British, American or IB systems.
2. When are Bangkok international school summer holidays in 2026?
Most international schools in Bangkok break for summer between mid-June or early July until August 2026.
3. Which Bangkok schools follow British-style term breaks?
Schools like Bangkok Patana School, Bangkok Prep and St. Andrews International School Bangkok typically follow British-style calendars with October half-term and Easter holidays.
4. Which Bangkok schools follow American-style semesters?
Ruamrudee International School is one example of a Bangkok international school that follows an American-style academic calendar.
5. What are the biggest public holidays in Thailand?
Some of the biggest public holidays in Thailand include Songkran, New Year, Mother’s Day and Father’s Day.
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