FestivalMajor
Loi Krathong
ลอยกระทง
Details
- Country
Thailand- Scope
- Nationwide
- Type
- Festival
- Gazetted
- No — not an official day off
- Month
- November 2026
- Long Weekends
- View opportunities
Business Impact
- Impact Level
- Reduced Operations
- Impact Description
- This is a cultural festival. Business hours may vary in the local area.
Notes
Festival of lights — floating decorated baskets (krathong) on waterways to honor the water goddess. Celebrated nationwide.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is Loi Krathong a public holiday in Thailand?
- Loi Krathong is a Festival in Thailand, but it is not an official public holiday. Most businesses remain open.
- When is Loi Krathong 2026?
- Loi Krathong 2026 falls on November 14, 2026.
- What is Loi Krathong called locally in Thailand?
- Loi Krathong is locally known as "ลอยกระทง" in Thailand.