Lantern Festival is a special holiday of the Lanna people in Northern Thailand. During the festival, houses and temples are decorated with lanterns, and thousands of paper lanterns are released into the sky, carrying written messages, prayers and wishes. This wonderful festival of lights takes place every year, on the full moon day of December according to the Thai calendar. The Thai Lantern Festival 2020 takes place on October 31 and November 1, 2020 in Chiang Mai, the center of Lanna culture.

Chiang Mai CAD Khomloy Sky Lanterns Festival 2020

Chiang Mai sky lantern festival

This sky lantern festival is hosted by a local authorized agent outside of downtown Chiang Mai, Thailand.

Status: Scheduled
Start date: October 30, 2020
End date: November 1, 2020
Location: CAD Culture Centre Lanna Ethnicity
Nam Bo Luang Village, San Pa Tong District, Chiang Mai 50120, Thailand
Capacity: 5000 seats
Organizer: Chiang Mai Culture Art and Design (CAD)
Offer: from 150 USD

Ticket price includes:
– Shuttle service (depending on ticket class)
– Entrance fee
– Lanna Thai food and non alcohol beverage
– 2 lanterns per person and 1 krathong
– Watch the show and participate in various activities
– Souvenir
– Free 1 child under 8 years old

Itinerary
16:00 The car pick up guests at the meeting point
17:00 Arrive at The CAD Cultural Center Lanna Ethnicity. Watch the Lanna culture show, Lanna sword dance, Boxing Show and Loi Krathong
18:00 Welcome to the Yi Peng festival with Lanna drum. Enjoy Thai snacks, dessert, and beverages.
19:30 Join the ritual
20:00 Enter the ceremony area with chanting & meditation
20:45 Release the lanterns
21:30 End of the ceremony. Depart from event area to meeting point.

2020 Lantern Festival at Northern Study Center

Releasing lanterns into the sky

One of the best light festivals in Chiang Mai for travellers.

Status: Scheduled
Start date: October 30, 2020
End date: November 1, 2020
Location: Northern Study Center
222 Moo 2, Mae Rim – Samoeng Road, Mae Rim District, Chiang Mai 50180, Thailand
Capacity: 3000 seats
Organizer: Northern Study Center
Offer: from 130 USD

Itinerary
04:00 The bus will pick you up at Chiang Mai Mercure hotel and take you to the Mae Rim North Study Center
05:00 Welcome to the event. Check tickets
05:45 Welcome to the Yi Peng Festival.
– Enjoy Lana’s Thai-style food and drink
– Enjoy the activities in the ground show
– Watch Lanna’s show
– Join games and performances
– Take photos of activities, exhibition area.
– Loi Krathong Ceremony
07:00 Enter the lantern area
– Meditation of the monks singing for the ceremony
– Watch flashlight launch demo
07:45 Lantern launching ceremony begins, blessings and floating lanterns in unison.
09:00 Complete the ceremony
09:30 Return

2020 Yee Peng in Doi Saket

Amazing moment in 2020 festival of lights

Amazing sky lantern festival in Chiang Mai, Thailand for visitors to take part in.

Status: Scheduled
Start date: October 30, 2020
End date: November 1, 2020
Location: Doi Saket Hot Springs
Pa Miang Village, Doi Saket District, Chiang Mai 50220, Thailand
Capacity: 2500 seats
Organizer: LCMT Tour
Offer: from 110 USD

Ticket price includes:
– 2-way transfer
– 1 lantern/standard ticket, 2 lanterns/person for VIP ticket
– 1 flower Krathong/person
– Souvenir

Itinerary
15:00 Welcome to the meeting point. In the city, we will announce it a month before. The last bus leaves the meeting point at 16:00.
16:00 Arrival at Doi Saket.
* Enjoy local street food from vendors
* See the performance on stage.
* Release the Krathong flower.
19:30 Welcome from the main village, lanterns launch demonstration
20:00 Launch the lanterns to the sky
20:30 – 21:00 Return to Chiang Mai.

Important notes

– The release of sky lanterns can threaten the safety of Chiang Mai International Airport, so join the government-approved festivals.
– Many visitors love this great experience, if you want to join the festival, book your tickets early.
– Prices will increase, you need to book a hotel room early, at least 3 months in advance and should include transportation.
– The street will be busier, It’s better to arrive around 3-4 PM. If you arrive too late, you may have to fight your way through the crowds.
– Bring a lighter, and a marker for writing your wishes on lanterns.
– Should not buy lanterns from outside vendors; often those lanterns don’t meet security regulations.
– Tickets are non-changeable and non-refundable, even if the celebration is cancelled, the cost will be donated to charities.
– Tickets are non-refundable and non-compensatory in the event of a loss.

Frequently asked questions

Q: Is it possible for children to participate? What is the price for children?
A: There is no restricted age. However, due to the large numbers of people and the fire used to throw lanterns, it can be dangerous for unaccompanied children.
The child price depends on each venue. Some apply the price the same as adults from 8 year and older.

Q: Is there anyone who can help me launch the lanterns?
A: Traditional Lanna lanterns are large and usually take two or three men to launch. You will find some volunteers on site. They will be happy to help you.

Q: Will floating lanterns cause environmental problems such as land and water pollution or forest fire?
A: We only provide our customers with lanterns that meet local government standards. The lantern is designed to go off after burning for 10 minutes, and prevent fire in case it falls on power cables. Using only natural and recyclable materials like paper and bamboo, we make sure the floating lanterns do not cause pollution.

Q: What is the dress code for the event?
A: Short pants, sleeveless blouses or miniskirts are not allowed. We recommend that you dress in Lanna style with a longyi as your bottom wear and a shirt on the shoulder.

Q: Can I drink beer, wine and smoke at the event?
A: You can not. Smoking, drinking, or selling alcohol, tobacco is not allowed at the celebration.

How to get your ticket

Simply make an enquiry, send us an email or drop a message on WhatsApp. Your e-ticket will be issued within 01 business day after we receive full payment, .