Where to Go on Thai Children’s Day 2026 in Bangkok (Free Activities for Kids)

This is the undisputed King of Children's Day. Every year, the Royal Thai Air Force allows children to get up close and personal with real fighter jets, helicopters, and cargo planes. Kids can climb into the cockpits, wear pilot helmets, and watch thrilling Air Shows (flybys) that roar overhead. It is a loud, high-energy, and completely free event that every child dreams of.

How to get there:

BTS Skytrain: Take the Green Line to Royal Thai Air Force Museum Station (N22). The skywalk leads directly into the museum entrance.

For one day only, the Government House (Thai Khu Fah Building) opens its gates to the public. The highlight is the chance for children to sit in the Prime Minister’s official chair and take a photo. Kids can also explore the grand meeting rooms, watch dinosaur exhibitions (often set up on the lawn), and collect thousands of free gifts and snacks handed out by officials. It is a chaotic but iconic Thai tradition.

How to get there:

Taxi/Bus: There is no direct train station. Take a taxi to "Tham Niap Ratthaban" (Government House). It is near the Royal Plaza and Wat Benchamabophit.

Located right next to Chatuchak Park, this museum is a paradise for active kids. On Children's Day, they ramp up the fun with special stage shows, games, and prize giveaways. The museum features a Dino Detective zone (digging for fossils), a massive outdoor Water Play area (bring a change of clothes!), and a "Build Our City" block zone. It is educational, safe, and incredibly fun.

How to get there:

BTS/MRT: Take the BTS to Mo Chit or MRT to Chatuchak Park. Walk through the park for 5-10 minutes to reach the museum.

Museum Siam is famous for making history "playful." For Children's Day 2026, expect their annual "Play" Festival, where the museum grounds are turned into a carnival of traditional Thai toys, scavenger hunts, and costume contests. It sits right next to Wat Pho, so you can enjoy the stunning Old City atmosphere. The exhibits inside are interactive, encouraging kids to touch, solve puzzles, and role-play.

How to get there:

MRT Subway: Take the MRT Blue Line to Sanam Chai Station (Exit 1). The station is literally right in front of the museum.

For young astronomers, the Bangkok Planetarium is the place to be. On Children's Day, entry for kids is usually free (or extremely cheap for adults). They run special astronomy shows in the dome theater, projecting stars and galaxies onto the ceiling. Outside the dome, there are science experiments, robot demonstrations, and math games. It’s a great way to escape the midday sun while learning about the universe.

How to get there:

BTS Skytrain: Take the BTS to Ekkamai Station (Exit 2). It is a 2-minute walk from the station stairs.