Boun Bang Fai (Rocket Festival)
ບຸນບັ້ງໄຟ
Details
- Country
Laos- Scope
- Nationwide
- Type
- Public Holiday
- Gazetted
- Yes — official day off
- Month
- May 2026
- Long Weekends
- View opportunities
Business Impact
- Impact Level
- Reduced Operations
- Impact Description
- Government offices, banks, schools, and most businesses are typically closed.
- Planning Lead Time
- Start 1 month before
Notes
Pre-Buddhist rain-making festival. Homemade rockets fired into the sky to encourage rain for rice planting. Wild celebrations with music, dancing, and parades.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is Boun Bang Fai (Rocket Festival) a public holiday in Laos?
- Yes, Boun Bang Fai (Rocket Festival) is an official public holiday in Laos. Government offices, banks, and most businesses are typically closed.
- When is Boun Bang Fai (Rocket Festival) 2026?
- Boun Bang Fai (Rocket Festival) 2026 falls on May 11, 2026 – May 12, 2026.
- What is Boun Bang Fai (Rocket Festival) called locally in Laos?
- Boun Bang Fai (Rocket Festival) is locally known as "ບຸນບັ້ງໄຟ" in Laos.