Chiang Mai CAD Khomloy Sky Lantern Festival 2026
Wednesday 25 November 2026 | CAD Cultural Center Lanna, Chiang Mai
Experience Chiang Mai’s spectacular Yi Peng celebration with a synchronized mass lantern release, fireworks, traditional Lanna performances, cultural activities and a Thai buffet dinner. Includes 2 sky lanterns per person, 1 krathong, dinner, souvenirs and round-trip transfer from the designated meeting point.
Highlights: Thousands of glowing lanterns • Mass lantern release • Fireworks • Lanna cultural shows • Thai buffet dinner • 2 lanterns per person • Loy Krathong activity • Return transfer included
Only Elite and Platinum tickets are still available for 2026. Standard, Premium, Gold and VIP have sold out, and the festival runs on one evening only.
✦ ITINERARY ✦
Wednesday 25 November 2026
13:00 - Meeting Point & Shuttle Transfer
Meet the event staff at MAYA Lifestyle Shopping Center, Fountain Area. This is the meeting point for both remaining ticket categories, Elite and Platinum.
Present your e-ticket at the meeting point before boarding the shuttle to CAD Cultural Center Lanna.
Shuttles operate regularly during the boarding period. Guests may arrive between approximately 13:00–15:00, with a backup final shuttle scheduled at approximately 16:00.
14:30–17:30 - Arrival & Cultural Activities
Arrive at CAD Cultural Center Lanna and present your mobile e-ticket at registration. You will receive your physical hanging badge and souvenir.
Enjoy time exploring the festival grounds and participating in activities such as:
CAD Cultural & Craft Village
Traditional Lanna arts and crafts
Tribal village experiences
Local snacks
Cultural demonstrations
Loy Krathong activities
Festival photo opportunities
The CAD Village showcases traditional Lanna culture, including crafts such as weaving, pottery and basketry, alongside other cultural experiences.
17:30–19:00 - Lanna Thai Buffet Dinner
Enjoy a Lanna-style Thai buffet dinner together with snacks, desserts and non-alcoholic beverages in the designated dining area for your ticket category.
19:00 - Enter the Ceremony Area
Proceed to the main ritual and ceremony area in front of the great pagoda and take your assigned seat.
19:40 - Cultural & Religious Ceremony
The evening ceremony begins with traditional performances including:
Lanna drum performances
Candle show
Traditional cultural performances
Buddhist religious ceremony
Chanting by monks
20:15 - Mass Sky Lantern Release & Fireworks
Take part in the unforgettable synchronized lantern release. Each guest receives two sky lanterns, which will be prepared at your seat.
As thousands of glowing lanterns rise together into the Chiang Mai night sky, enjoy the accompanying fireworks display and the extraordinary atmosphere of Yi Peng.
20:45 - Ceremony Ends & Return Transfer
After the ceremony, board the shuttle for your return journey to Chiang Mai city.
Guests may select their preferred drop-off point at the venue before boarding the return shuttle:
MAYA Lifestyle Shopping Center • Chiang Mai Night Bazaar / Pantip Intersection • Chiang Mai International Exhibition and Convention Centre
Arrival time in Chiang Mai city will depend on traffic conditions.
