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Her Majesty the Queen Mother's Birthday
Thailand

Her Majesty the Queen Mother’s Birthday 2025, 2026 and 2027 in Thailand

In Thailand, the Queen of former King Bhumibol is honoured with a public holiday on her birthday. The day is also called “Queen Mother’s Birthday” as Queen Sirikit is the mother of reigning king Vajiralongkorn.

YearDateDayHoliday
202511 AugMonHer Majesty the Queen Mother's Birthday Holiday
12 AugTueHer Majesty the Queen Mother's Birthday
202612 AugWedHer Majesty the Queen Mother's Birthday
202712 AugThuHer Majesty the Queen Mother's Birthday
Please scroll down to end of page for previous years' dates.

The holiday comes on 12 August. It is a day to remember the humanitarian and other achievements of Thailand’s beloved Queen Mother and a day to honour mothers everywhere all across the land. Thus, it doubles as a Thai version of “Mothers Day.”

All over the land, on this day, you will see buildings festively decorated and streets lined with coloured lights. There are floral displays and pictures of the Queen Mother. You will see profuse display of the flag of Thailand, not only flying high but also being draped over buildings. All public buildings will be so decorated, but many private homes will be as well.

In the capital city of Bangkok, there is a festival held along Ratchadamnern Avenue between the royal palace and the national parliament building. This is the “main event” for Her Majesty the Queen’s Birthday.

It is traditional to give to charities on the Queen’s Birthday in Thailand, to pray for the Queen Mother, to put jasmine spice in houses, and for children to give gifts to their mother.

Previous Years

YearDateDayHoliday
202412 AugMonHer Majesty the Queen Mother's Birthday
202312 AugSatHer Majesty the Queen Mother's Birthday
14 AugMonHer Majesty the Queen Mother's Birthday Holiday