Thai Mother’s Day is celebrated on 12 August each year in Thailand. The date coincides with the birthday of Queen Sirikit, honoured nationally as the Queen Mother, and is observed across the country as a day of gratitude and family unity. For context and background on the celebration, see Thailand NOW’s overview of Thai Mother’s Day.
A symbol: jasmine and gratitude
The day unfolds in homes, schools, and temples. One of its best-known symbols is jasmine, associated with purity and maternal love. School ceremonies often include offering jasmine garlands to mothers as a gesture of respect and thanks—an image that encapsulates the spirit of the celebration. You can read a concise cultural summary from the Thailand Foundation, and an article on the meaning of flowers in Thai culture from Thailand NOW.
Culture, well-being, and Thai massage
This emphasis on care and balance resonates with Thailand’s broader view of well-being, where body and mind are inseparable. Thai massage—Nuad Thai—embodies that view through pressure, stretching, and mindful touch passed down in communities. In 2019, UNESCO added Nuad Thai to the Representative List of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity, recognising its social value and living heritage. Explore the official UNESCO entry and related coverage by the Tourism Authority of Thailand.
Inspiration from Lotus Thai Spa
At Lotus Thai Spa in Tarragona, we share that holistic perspective: well-being is a daily practice of balance, respect, and connection. For us, Thai massage is more than a technique; it’s a cultural bridge that inspires how we understand care and community. Marking Thai Mother’s Day reminds us to keep gratitude at the centre of our lives—and to bring that spirit to every massage in Tarragona.
A cultural bridge in August
Ultimately, Thai Mother’s Day is more than a date on the calendar. It’s a living tradition that brings families together, honours mothers with meaningful gestures like jasmine garlands, and affirms a way of life where care and culture move hand in hand.