Current events Udon Thani / Thailand

Friday, 13 March 2020

National Elephant Day in Thailand

In May 1998 the Thai Cabinet decided to honor the elephant, the National Symbol of Thailand, with a holiday.

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Monday, 6 April 2020

Chakri Day

Every year since 1932 Thailand commemorates the establishment of the Chakri Dynasty and the founding of Bangkok by King Buddha Yodfa Chulaloke in 1782. Chakri Day is an official holiday, so Banks and government offices are closed.

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Friday, 1 May 2020

Labour Day

As in many countries, in Thailand May the 1st is a public holiday. Banks and government offices are closed.

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Friday, 5 June 2020

National Farmers' Day

Since the 5th of June 2008 the day of the Farmers is celebrated. The Ministry of Agriculture launched this memorial day to point out the importance of the rice farmers and their work.

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Wednesday, 1 July 2020

Bank holiday

On 1 July each year, all banks in Thailand close. Generally the branches in supermarkets and shopping centers are open, and ATMs are available as usual.

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