Usually November · Chiang Mai

Yi Peng Lantern Festival

ยี่เป็งyi peng

Northern Thailand's festival of lanterns.

Real photo coming soon

Chiang Mai celebrates the full moon with lanterns hung across the old city and floating lanterns released into the sky. Rules on releasing sky lanterns can change, so check the local announcement for the year.

Honest note

[A real tip from a local]

Where: Chiang Mai
When: Usually November
Date: To be confirmed with the official announcement
Facts last checked: 2026-10-24