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CNX Loy Krathong Sky Lantern Festival 2026

Experience one of Thailand's grandest Yi Peng and Loy Krathong festivals.

Be a part of a night of light culture and unforgettable memories at the CNX Loy Krathong Sky Lantern Festival 2026 in Chiang Mai. A festival that blends the unique Lanna traditions of Yi Peng and Loy Krathong through cultural activities local performances Lanna cuisine and a magical moment when thousands of lanterns are released into the sky simultaneously under the full moon.

This is not just a festival but a Cultural Experience that will allow you to truly experience the charm of Chiang Mai.

What's included in the Premium Experience ticket

Ticket price 9,800 baht / person includes the following benefits:

🎫 Full-day event access

Participate in all activities within the event.

Event Pass

Souvenirs from the event

-1 black canvas bag CNX Loy Krathong Sky Lantern Festival 2026

-1 fan CNX Loy Krathong Sky Lantern Festival 2026

-1 inhaler

🏮 Activities and Ceremonies

3 Sky Lanterns

1 Krathong

1 Thang Prateep lighting ceremony

Loy Krathong ceremony

Simultaneous sky lantern release ceremony

Watch the celebratory fireworks display

🎭 Cultural Activities

Lanna dance performance

Sabat Chai drum performance

Lanna cultural performance

Traditional arts and crafts workshop

More than 60 food stalls

Photo booths throughout the event

OTOP and community product zone

🍽 Food and Drinks

Lanna food buffet

Thai food

Desserts and snacks

Non-alcoholic beverages throughout the event

🚌 Transportation

Round-trip shuttle service between the meeting point (Lanna Polytechnic College Chiang Mai parking lot) and the event venue.

Mae Taeng van and songthaew pick-up point Google Maps (map). Vehicles depart every 5 minutes between 13:00–16:00 hrs.

Event venue and return pick-up point Google Maps (map) from 20:45 onwards.

Important Information

Event Date : 24–25 November 2026

Location : CNX Miracle Land Mae Taeng Chiang Mai Province

Meeting Point : Lanna Polytechnic College Chiang Mai parking lot

Travel time from the city is approximately 45–60 minutes.

Shuttle buses depart every 5 minutes between 13:00–16:00 hrs.

Children under 8 years old can enter for free (does not include seating sky lanterns krathongs food and souvenirs)

Sky lantern and krathong sales points There are 3 sales points within the event for the convenience of attendees.

Lanna costume rental/purchase service There are shops to rent and sell Lanna costumes within the event. Those who rent or purchase costumes at the event can participate in the Popular CNX Loy Krathong Sky Lantern Festival 2026 contest to win tickets for next year's event.

Photography service There is a photography service within the event to capture memorable moments throughout the festival (additional charges may apply depending on the service provider)

Safety and Facilities

To ensure a safe and comfortable experience for all attendees the event has comprehensive safety measures and facilities in place including:

First aid station with staff on duty throughout the event

Fire extinguishing points and emergency equipment in key areas

Security guards stationed throughout the event

K9 Security Working Dog Division A security expert company with a team of K9 dogs on duty to enhance security standards and build confidence for attendees.

Photo Spots

12 Zodiac Lantern Display Symbolizing birth years according to the Chinese calendar using 12 animals to represent each year and rotating every 12 years. It is believed that each person's personality character and life path will resemble their birth year animal.

Giant Krathong A vessel crafted to be floated on water on the full moon night of the 12th lunar month with a base made from banana stalks coconut shells or other natural materials decorated with flowers incense and candles to ask for forgiveness and worship the Goddess of Water (Phra Mae Khongkha).

Archways decorated with lanterns and "Tung" at various points. Lanterns are hanging or illuminating devices used for light and decoration a wisdom passed down through generations of Lanna people used to worship the Buddha and for auspiciousness.

Tung Archways "Tung" is a type of hanging flag in Lanna art and culture made from various materials such as fabric wood metal or paper for decoration or religious ceremonies.

Schedule

13:00 – 17:30 hrs.

Event gates open for the CNX Loy Krathong Sky Lantern Festival 2026

Attendees can present their E-Ticket to register receive souvenirs and a Welcome Drink and start enjoying the festival atmosphere from the afternoon.

Inside the event discover the Kad Mua Lanna which gathers more than 60 food stalls and local delicacies from Chiang Mai to taste such as:

Ko Neng Patongko

Mushroom crackers

Thai sweets Boon Pak

CMU 100-flavor ice cream

Tue Ka Kue Chang Moi

Wikul Panich steamed buns

Khao Nook Nga Tha Phae Walking Street

Mushroom meatballs in front of Warm Up

Hand-rolled meatballs Tha Phae Walking Street

San Pa Khoi grilled intestines

Roti Pa Day

Khao Niao Mamuang Kamphaeng Din

Bua Loy Kamphaeng Din

Bamboo herbal drinks

And more than 60 other famous local restaurants for everyone to enjoy Northern Thai food local desserts and local drinks throughout the afternoon.

In addition you can also enjoy various activities such as Lanna cultural workshop zone Lanna cultural performances handicraft shops and local products photo spots within the event designed in the atmosphere of Yi Peng Chiang Mai.

14.30 - 19.00 hrs.

Lanna Cultural Workshop Zone

Experience the charm of Lanna culture through workshops that allow everyone to participate hands-on and take their creations home as souvenirs.

Within the zone discover more than 13 workshops including soap carving handkerchief embroidery Pang Prateep Tung Sai Moo rabbit ear lanterns Tork Tung flower carving Chor Phaka Thai sweets krathong making garland stringing flower folding tie-dye handkerchiefs and fan painting.

All of these are free to join for all ticket holders throughout the event.

17:30 hrs. onwards

Lanna Grand Dinner Buffet

Enjoy a delicious Lanna-style dinner buffet by Peet Catering which has selected Northern Thai and popular dishes for attendees to taste amidst the atmosphere of the Yi Peng festival before the grand lantern release ceremony in the evening.

Menu Highlights

Khao Soi Lanna

Northern Larb and Khanom Jeen Nam Ngiao

Sai Oua Crispy Pork Rinds and Lanna Smoked Sausage

Lanna Mixed Steak and Ancient Grilled Pork

Fruit Salad and Miang Kham

Fresh Shrimp Pad Thai Boat Noodles and Fried Rice

Lanna-style Fried Chicken Fried Pork

Chicken Biryani Green Curry Chicken and Spaghetti Nam Prik Ong

Fried Vegetables Fresh Vegetables and Lanna Pork Rind Salad

Herbal Mocktails and Lanna Appetizers

Along with a variety of other food and drink items for everyone to enjoy throughout the meal before experiencing the important moment of the CNX Loy Krathong Sky Lantern Festival 2026

19:00-19:40

Lanna Cultural Performance

Experience the charm of Lanna civilization through cultural performances that reflect the beautiful way of life beliefs and traditions of the Lanna people with rotating performances on stage throughout the evening.

There are 3 cultural performance stages.

The event features performances on 4 stages simultaneously to showcase the unique identity of the Tai ethnic groups in Lanna. Each stage rotates 4 sets of performances throughout the activities.

Stage 1 : Tai-Yuan

Stage 2 : Tai-Lue

Stage 3 : Tai-Yai

Stage 4 : Tai-Khern

19:40 – 20:00 hrs.

Preparation ceremony for the sky lantern release

As the last light of day slowly fades attendees will proceed to the main ceremony area and take their seats in the designated zones to prepare for the sacred sky lantern release ceremony amidst the beautiful atmosphere of the Yi Peng night.

During this time everyone will experience valuable Lanna cultural performances.

Performance Highlights