October 2026 Calendar: Special Holiday Breaks for Bangkok Government Workers
Bangkok government workers will get a three-day continuous break in October 2026 when the city hosts the World Bank and IMF annual meeting, with remote work days designated to ease traffic and security concerns.
The Cabinet has declared October 2026 will have special holidays, with some Bangkok government workers eligible for a three-day continuous break. Following a Cabinet resolution from May 18, 2026, regarding preparations for Thailand to host the annual meeting of World Bank governors and International Monetary Fund officials, the government approved Friday, October 16 as a special public holiday in Bangkok. Additionally, government agencies in Bangkok will operate remotely (work from home) on Monday, October 12 and between Wednesday, October 14 and Thursday, October 15 to alleviate traffic problems and facilitate travel for conference participants, while ensuring the security and safety of finance ministers and member countries' central bank governors.
Special public holidays declared are: Tuesday, October 13 (King Bhumibol Memorial Day); Friday, October 16 (special holiday for Bangkok government offices only, which combined with Saturday October 17 and Sunday October 18 gives Bangkok civil servants a continuous three-day break); and Friday, October 23 (King Prajadhipok Day).
Bangkok government agencies will work remotely on: Monday, October 12; Wednesday, October 14; and Thursday, October 15. State enterprises, financial institutions, educational institutions, and private sector businesses in areas surrounding the conference venue are requested to implement appropriate measures based on their location and operational needs. Agencies with essential services or advance public appointments may proceed as deemed necessary to avoid harm to public services.
