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What are the implications of the alcohol sales ban during Macha Bucha in Thailand on February 24th, 2024?

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Feb 19, 2024
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Ned *******
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A simple heads up . . . The below sacred festival takes place this coming Saturday

24th Feb . . .

( I believe results in a complete 24hr ban on the sale of alcohol in shops, bars and restaurants)

Therefore if you are a rugby fan, get yer stocks in prior to another fine weekend of

6 Nations rugby ) . .👍👍🍻🍻🍻 .

and blessings to all 🙏🙏
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The post highlights that the sacred festival of Macha Bucha will occur on Saturday, February 24th, 2024, resulting in a complete 24-hour ban on alcohol sales in Thailand, starting from midnight Friday. Rugby fans are advised to stock up on drinks before this ban, as it overlaps with the 6 Nations rugby match between Scotland and England, which starts late Saturday night. Comments clarify the timing and even note that some vendors may still sell beer during the celebrations.
Tom *********
I know of vendors selling beer at Macha Bucha. I'm at the celebration in Nong Bua Yai now.
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Jim ********
The ban is from midnight Friday to midnight Saturday...The Scotland v England rugby game starts at 2345 Thai time on Saturday so you will need to drink water or juice for the first 15 minutes 😀
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Michael ********
Isnt Saturday the 24th ?
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Ned *******
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@Michael *******
 . . Thanks . . Corrected now
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David *******
@Michael *******
 yes - alcohol sales ban, 24 hrs

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Michael ********
@David ******
 Doesnt bother me i dont drink but the person who posted said Saturday 26th
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Olivier *********
@Michael *******
 Actual day is Sat 24th, substitution day is Mon 26th: public holiday.
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