Confirmed edition
Public HolidayRemembrance

King Bhumibol Memorial Day 2026

Thailand marks 13 October with a public holiday commemorating King Bhumibol Adulyadej, who died in 2016 after a seventy-year reign. Ceremonies are solemn and government offices and financial institutions close.

When
13 October 2026
Where
Nationwide · Across Thailand
Cost / access
Public holiday; government offices and financial institutions close.
Golden rooftops at the Grand Palace in BangkokAcross Thailand

Why route around it

What makes it worth the stop

  • A national day of remembrance for King Bhumibol Adulyadej
  • Official ceremonies and tributes around the country
  • A public holiday affecting government and financial services

Plan the stop

Practical notes

  1. Expect banks and government offices to close.
  2. Dress and behave respectfully around memorial ceremonies.
  3. Most visitor attractions operate independently, so check the venue you plan to use.

Evidence, not mystery

Sources and freshness

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