Makha Bucha Dates. When is Makha Bucha in Thailand?
Magha Puja Day is an important holy day that honors the Sangha, or the Buddhist community on the first full moon day of the third lunar month. In the table below, you will find when Makha Bucha is officially marked and celebrated in Thailand over a span of 15 years.
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| Year | Day of the Week | Date | Name |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | Monday | March 1 | Makha Bucha Observed |
| 2011 | Friday | February 18 | Makha Bucha |
| 2012 | Wednesday | March 7 | Makha Bucha |
| 2013 | Monday | February 25 | Makha Bucha |
| 2014 | Friday | February 14 | Makha Bucha |
| 2015 | Wednesday | March 4 | Makha Bucha |
| 2016 | Monday | February 22 | Makha Bucha |
| 2017 | Saturday | February 11 | Makha Bucha |
| 2018 | Thursday | March 1 | Makha Bucha |
| 2019 | Tuesday | February 19 | Makha Bucha |
| 2020 | Monday | February 10 | Day off for Makha Bucha |
| 2021 | Friday | February 26 | Makha Bucha |
| 2022 | Wednesday | February 16 | Makha Bucha |
| 2023 | Monday | March 6 | Makha Bucha |
| 2024 | Monday | February 26 | Day off for Makha Bucha |
| 2025 | Wednesday | February 12 | Makha Bucha |
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