1978 in Laos

The following lists events that happened during 1978 in Laos.

Incumbents

 * President: Souphanouvong
 * Prime Minister: Kaysone Phomvihane

Births

 * 24 September - Chaleunsouk Oudomphanh, Olympic athlete

Deaths

 * 2 May - Vong Savang, Lao crown prince
 * 13 May - Sisavang Vatthana, last king of Laos