Thailand

Buddhist Lent

Thursday, July 30, 2026

Upcoming Years Dates

YearDateDay
2026CurrentJuly 30Thursday

Note: Buddhist Lent falls on July 30 in 2026 (updated from our holiday calendar)

Holiday Details

Date

Thursday, July 30, 2026

2026-07-30

Country

Thailand

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Frequently Asked Questions

Everything about Buddhist Lent in Thailand

Buddhist Lent is celebrated on Thursday, July 30, 2026 in Thailand. The holiday falls on a Friday in 2027. Right now, Buddhist Lent is 284 days ago.
Buddhist Lent has already passed this year. It was 284 days ago (Friday). If you're looking for the next occurrence, it will be on July 30 next year.
Yes, Buddhist Lent is an official public holiday in Thailand. Dates are set by Thailand's official holiday calendar.
Buddhist Lent falls on Friday, Thursday, July 30, 2026. Date: Thursday, July 30, 2026 Year: 2027 Weekday: Friday Month: July Country: Thailand
Here are the upcoming dates for Buddhist Lent in Thailand: • 2026: July 30 (Thursday) Please note that holiday dates can occasionally be officially adjusted. Always check Thailand's official holiday calendar for the most up-to-date information.
Buddhist Lent is not currently observed as a substitute day in Thailand for 2027. It falls on its regular calendar date: Thursday, July 30, 2026 (Friday). Substitute days are typically only used when a holiday's original date falls on a weekend or conflicts with another holiday.
The countdown shows the number of calendar days between today and Buddhist Lent. How it works: 1. We use the official holiday date: 2027-07-30 2. We compare it against today's date 3. The difference (in full calendar days) is shown as the countdown Important details: • The countdown uses calendar days, not exact hours/minutes • It refreshes automatically once every hour while you have the page open • If Buddhist Lent has already passed this year, the page shows how many days ago it was • If today is the holiday, you'll see a special "Today is the day!" message 🎉
Buddhist Lent for 2027 has already passed. Schools and businesses in Thailand were typically closed on that day. For the next occurrence, the same closure rules usually apply — but always check local announcements since opening hours can vary by region.
You can use the Share button on this page to send the countdown link to friends, family, or colleagues. Recommended ways to share: • Share button — uses your device's native share menu (WhatsApp, Messages, Email, etc.) • Copy Date button — copies the holiday name and date to your clipboard To set a reminder: 1. Open your phone or computer calendar 2. Create a new event on Thursday, July 30, 2026 3. Set a reminder for 1 week and 1 day before This way you'll never miss Buddhist Lent again! 🎉
You may occasionally see a different date for Buddhist Lent on other websites. Here's why: Common reasons: 1. Regional variations — Some holidays are observed differently in different states or provinces within Thailand 2. Substitute days — If the original date fell on a weekend, a substitute day may be used 3. Calendar versions — Different holiday libraries update at different times 4. Religious vs. civil — Some holidays have both a religious date and an official civil observance date For Buddhist Lent in Thailand: we use the official date Thursday, July 30, 2026 for 2027. Best practice: Always verify with Thailand's official government holiday calendar for critical scheduling.
Holiday: Buddhist Lent Country: Thailand Date: Thursday, July 30, 2026 Weekday: Friday Year: 2027 Status: 284 days ago Type: Public holiday Next year: Not available Upcoming years tracked: 0