Sky Lantern Festival 2026 : A Magical Experience in Chiang Mai

Join us for the mesmerizing Yi Peng Lantern Festival 2025, the biggest lantern festival in Chiang Mai, taking place on November 24-25. Experience an unforgettable night filled with traditional Lanna culture, floating Krathongs, and sky lanterns released in worship of Ket Kaew Chulamaneed (Relic of Lord Buddha). Make a wish for good fortune in the new year and embrace this unique celebration of light and hope.

Participate in the time-honored tradition of floating handcrafted Krathongs down the river to wash away grudges and bad luck. These small, banana trunk vessels are adorned with leaves, incense, candles, and flowers, with some locals adding hair, nail clippings, or old cloth to symbolize letting go of negativity. Witness thousands of glowing sky lanterns released into the heavens, paying homage to the Goddess of Water and the Relic of Lord Buddha.

The CAD Khomloy Sky Lantern Festival 2026 offers a captivating program filled with Lanna Thai buffet food, snacks, desserts, beverages, and cultural performances. Indulge in traditional northern Thai cuisine, attend religious ceremonies, and engage in activities like Loi Krathong. Take home a hand-painted souvenir and create lifelong memories as you immerse yourself in the enchanting atmosphere of Chiang Mai’s Lantern Festival.

Itinerary

Departure & Arrival

13:00 – 16:00 | Shuttle Service to Venue Continuous shuttle service departs every 5 minutes. The last shuttle leaves strictly at 16:00.

• 📍 Meeting Point A (Elite & Platinum Ticket Holders): Maya Shopping Mall (Fountain Area).

• 📍 Meeting Point B (Gold, Premium, VIP & Standard Ticket Holders): Chiang Mai International Exhibition and Convention Centre.

The Lanna Experience

14:30 – 17:30 | Welcome & Cultural Immersion

• Registration: Present your e-ticket at the main entrance to redeem your badge and souvenir.

• Activities: Explore the Cultural Village, enjoy the Arts & Crafts Zone, taste local snacks, and participate in Loy Krathong festivities.

17:30 – 19:00 | Lanna Feast

• Dinner: Enjoy an authentic Thai Lanna Buffet.

• Refreshments: Selection of snacks, desserts, and non-alcoholic beverages.

The Ceremony

19:00 | Ritual Area Entry Gather in front of the Great Pagoda and proceed to your designated seat.

19:40 | Performance & Rituals

• Drum & Candle Performance.

• Grand Religious Ceremony & Chanting.

20:15 | The Highlight: Lantern Launch

• Synchronized lantern release (2 lanterns provided per guest at your seat).

• Fireworks display.

Conclusion

20:45 | Return Transfer Shuttles will return guests to the city. Please choose your drop-off point before boarding:

1. Maya Shopping Mall

2. Chiang Mai Night Bazaar (Pantip Intersection)

3. Chiang Mai International Exhibition and Convention Centre

> Note: Sequence and timing are subject to change based on traffic conditions and on-site management.

🌕 Be Part of the Legend: CAD Khomloy Sky Lantern Festival 2026

The Biggest Lantern Release event in Chiang Mai

Overview:

Turn your bucket list dream into reality under the full moon of Chiang Mai.

Imagine standing shoulder-to-shoulder with thousands of others, a hushed silence falling over the crowd as monks chant ancient blessings. In your hands, a warm lantern glows. On a signal, everyone releases their wish at once—creating a galaxy of golden lights rising against the dark velvet sky.

This is the CAD Khomloy Sky Lantern Festival, the largest and most authentic celebration of the Yi Peng tradition.

Your evening is designed as a journey through time. Before the main event, you will step into a recreated Lanna Village, alive with the sights, sounds, and flavors of Northern Thailand’s past. Watch artisans craft traditional umbrellas, taste savory local snacks, and enjoy the rhythm of folk music.

As twilight fades, you will feast on a grand Thai Lanna Buffet before gathering at the sacred pagoda. There, you won’t just watch the magic; you will create it. With two lanterns to release to the heavens and a flower krathong to float on the water, you will actively participate in the rituals of letting go of the past and welcoming good fortune.

Don’t just visit Chiang Mai—become part of its most beautiful tradition.

Children under 8 Years old free of charge (No seat, Sit with parent)

🚌 Getting There

• Elite & Platinum: Meet at Maya Shopping Mall (Fountain Area).

• Gold, Premium, VIP, Standard: Meet at Chiang Mai International Exhibition & Convention Centre.

Inclusions

• Stress-Free Travel: Comfortable roundtrip transport from the city center.
• A Taste of Lanna: Full buffet dinner, drinks, and unlimited cultural snacks.
• Double the Wish: 2 Lanterns per person ensuring you get that perfect photo and spiritual moment.
• The Full Ritual: Access to the Cultural Village, Kratong floating, and the spectacular fireworks finale

Exclusions

• Personal expenses for transportation to the meeting point at Maya Shopping Mall

Yi Peng Lantern Festival 2025 Chiang Mai, The CAD Cultural Center Lanna Ethnicity, Ban Sa Ha Khon On Klang, Aumper Mae On, Chiang Mai 50130