On Saturday, July 20th, 2024, Thailand will observe Dharma Day, followed by the start of Buddhist Lent on Sunday, July 21st, 2024.

These major religious days have been honored by the Thai people for generations. During this period, citizens will participate in merit-making activities, almsgiving, observing precepts, and engaging in religious practices at various temples, thereby fostering and promoting Buddhism among the Thai populace.

 

In conjunction with these observances, the Thai Prime Minister’s Office has issued a notice prohibiting the sale of alcoholic beverages on religious holidays.

 

By Kittisak Phalaharn

 

Full story: THE PATTAYA NEWS 2024-07-19

 

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1 hour ago, webfact said:

On Saturday, July 20th, 2024, Thailand will observe Dharma Day, followed by the start of Buddhist Lent on Sunday, July 21st, 2024.

 

In conjunction with these observances, the Thai Prime Minister’s Office has issued a notice prohibiting the sale of alcoholic beverages on religious holidays.

 

Official sales of alcoholic beverages will be prohibited from midnight on Friday, July 19th, 2024, until midnight on Sunday, July 21st, 2024. 

Mom and Pop shops will be doing good trade this weekend

 

18 minutes ago, expat_4_life said:

 

Official sales of alcoholic beverages will be prohibited from midnight on Friday, July 19th, 2024, until midnight on Sunday, July 21st, 2024. 

Mom and Pop shops will be doing good trade this weekend

 

I used to get a 24 can case of Beer Chang from Villa Market a few days before. And as someone said, surely one day of not going out isn't that big a deal!

5 minutes ago, Andrew65 said:

I used to get a 24 can case of Beer Chang from Villa Market a few days before. And as someone said, surely one day of not going out isn't that big a deal!

 

Its two days.

Tops sell boxes of 50 chang cans.

4 minutes ago, Ralf001 said:

 

Its two days.

Tops sell boxes of 50 chang cans.

2 days...same same!😊

yeah, stock up!

it might kill you to take a day off from booze.

 

11 minutes ago, save the frogs said:

yeah, stock up!

it might kill you to take a day off from booze.

 

Not the point. The point is people including Thais will be drinking alcohol over these two days yet the sale of alcohol in supermarkets, 711 etc. is prohibited all because of some Buddhist dictate. 

I almost forgot, I'll stock up today, 

i could never understand the attraction to alcohol.  it can kill you, make you act stupid, ruin relationships and you feel like crap the day after. its for people who are afraid to be themselves.  crutch. 

Good for tourists who come and enjoy their holidays... Restricted alcohol sales hours and religious holidays no alcohol at all... Only available in Thailand as hub of tourism industry...Purpose still unknown as monks in principle are not allowed to drink alcohol but that is always... People who practice Buddhism is advised to stay away of it, but they are not forced, unless in Thailand where there is always a way out.....

Foreign Tourists.......please come and spend your holiday in Thailand................But this coming weekend, you cannot buy alcohol!!!!!!!!!!!   Why bother?

1 hour ago, Andrew65 said:

I used to get a 24 can case of Beer Chang from Villa Market a few days before. And as someone said, surely one day of not going out isn't that big a deal!

The complaint is not really about not going out for 2 days for people who live here, it’s about the impact of these decisions on the holiday plans of tourists. You plan a trip to Bangkok for 3 or 4 days built around a weekend with a few friends and then you get no pubs, clubs etc open. It’s unfortunate that Thailand doesn’t more openly advertise that sometimes fun is cancelled here and occasionally at short notice 🙂 

Oh dear, 2 rough days for all alcoholics here.😂

1 x box of Chang bottles to pick up today ...

Tourists arrive Saturday and expect a drink with friends at the bar in the afternoon ....   

sadly,   they are going to get a rude shock     .......   

 

so can I get you 3 glasses of water .... 

17 minutes ago, malibukid said:

i could never understand the attraction to alcohol.  it can kill you, make you act stupid, ruin relationships and you feel like crap the day after. its for people who are afraid to be themselves.  crutch. 

 

In one short paragraph, you admit that you don't understand the attraction to alcohol, but still give your expert opinion on the people that choose to use it.

19 minutes ago, malibukid said:

i could never understand the attraction to alcohol.  it can kill you, make you act stupid, ruin relationships and you feel like crap the day after. its for people who are afraid to be themselves.  crutch. 

Have you never heard of drinking in moderation? 

I will let you into a little secret. Not everyone who drinks alcohol is an alcoholic. 

21 minutes ago, malibukid said:

i could never understand the attraction to alcohol.  it can kill you, make you act stupid, ruin relationships and you feel like crap the day after. its for people who are afraid to be themselves.  crutch. 

If you dont drink then how would you know? It might do you good to wake up with an hangover one day, keep you opinions to yourself, people like to get smashed, 

I usually get extra sozzled on these religious days.

 

I'm sure this year will be no exception.

 

bob.

3 hours ago, webfact said:

In conjunction with these observances, the Thai Prime Minister’s Office has issued a notice prohibiting the sale of alcoholic beverages on religious holidays.

 

3 hours ago, webfact said:

In conjunction with these observances, the Thai Prime Minister’s Office has issued a notice prohibiting the sale of alcoholic beverages on religious holidays.

 What next, convert to Islam?

The government are only banning the Sales of alcohol, says nothing about having a drink

Oh, come on.  Those of us who know places like Pattaya realized there are plenty of places to buy a drink.  And, mom and pop shops away from the main areas.  Figure it out.

15 minutes ago, Dmaxdan said:

Have you never heard of drinking in moderation? 

I will let you into a little secret. Not everyone who drinks alcohol is an alcoholic. 

So what is the problem to stop drinking for 2 days?

9 minutes ago, bkk6060 said:

Oh, come on.  Those of us who know places like Pattaya realized there are plenty of places to buy a drink.  And, mom and pop shops away from the main areas.  Figure it out.

I have one in my Soi, she's great

Are the weed shops closed?

3 hours ago, webfact said:

These major religious days have been honored by the Thai people for generations. During this period, citizens will participate in merit-making activities, almsgiving, observing precepts, and engaging in religious practices at various temples, thereby fostering and promoting Buddhism among the Thai populace.

 

In conjunction with these observances, the Thai Prime Minister’s Office has issued a notice prohibiting the sale of alcoholic beverages on religious holidays.

I'm sure all the tourists will observe this law ans fully understand...

2 hours ago, expat_4_life said:

 

Official sales of alcoholic beverages will be prohibited from midnight on Friday, July 19th, 2024, until midnight on Sunday, July 21st, 2024. 

Mom and Pop shops will be doing good trade this weekend

 

Mine always obliges... with a smile

53 minutes ago, malibukid said:

i could never understand the attraction to alcohol.  it can kill you, make you act stupid, ruin relationships and you feel like crap the day after. its for people who are afraid to be themselves.  crutch. 

Same like smoking...

55 minutes ago, malibukid said:

i could never understand the attraction to alcohol.  it can kill you, make you act stupid, ruin relationships and you feel like crap the day after.

 

Kinda like having a bit of fluff on the side.

55 minutes ago, malibukid said:

i could never understand the attraction to alcohol.  it can kill you, make you act stupid, ruin relationships and you feel like crap the day after. its for people who are afraid to be themselves.  crutch. 

Only those who drink to excess... social drinking never hurt anyone.