Buddhist Calendar 2569 (2026 AD)
BE = AD + 543. Example conversions: 2569 -> 2026, 2570 -> 2027, 2025 -> 2568.
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Buddhist Holidays in Thailand (BE 2569 / AD 2026)
Source: Official public holiday dataset for Thailand (2026) synced by TrueCalendar.
Only these Buddhist-related public holidays appear in the official Thailand dataset we synced for 2026.
Some observances may be celebrated religiously but are not listed as public holidays in this dataset.
| Holiday | Date | Day of week | Type | Description |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Makha Bucha (Magha Puja / มาฆบูชา) | Tue, 3 Mar 2026 | Tuesday | Buddhist festival | Commemorates the gathering of 1,250 arahants (Theravada tradition). |
| Visakha Bucha (Vesak / วิสาขบูชา) | Sun, 31 May 2026 | Sunday | Buddhist festival | Marks the Buddha's birth, enlightenment, and passing (Theravada tradition). |
| Day off for Visakha Bucha | Mon, 1 Jun 2026 | Monday | Day off (observed) | Observed day off (substitution holiday). |
| Asalha Bucha (Dhamma Day / อาสาฬหบูชา) | Wed, 29 Jul 2026 | Wednesday | Buddhist festival | Commemorates the Buddha's first sermon; Vassa begins around this period. |
Major Buddhist Observances in Thailand (BE 2569)
These observances are widely celebrated in Thai Buddhism and may not appear as official public holidays in the synced dataset.
| Observance | Typical timing | Relation to listed holidays |
|---|---|---|
| Khao Phansa (Beginning of Vassa / Buddhist Lent) | Usually around July (lunar calendar dependent). | Usually the day after Asalha Bucha. |
| Ok Phansa (End of Vassa / Pavarana Day) | Full moon observance in October (varies by year). | Marks the end of the Vassa retreat period. |
| Kathina Ceremony (robe offering period) | Usually October-November (varies by monastery/community). | Traditionally observed after Ok Phansa during the post-Vassa period. |
FAQ
What is a Buddhist Era (BE) year?
Buddhist Era year is commonly shown as AD + 543 in Thailand's civil usage.
Why can Buddhist holiday dates differ by country?
Official holiday datasets and local observance rules can differ by country and tradition.
Are all countries expected to have Buddhist holidays in the public dataset?
No. Some countries may only include general public holidays, with no Buddhist matches in that year.
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