Chiang Mai Festival of Light Yi Peng Lantern Release Night 2026

1. Admission ticket included
   Step into Chiang Mai Festival of Light 2026, a once-a-year celebration where Yi Peng lanterns, Loy Krathong rituals, Lanna culture, and thousands of wishes light up the night sky. Travel to the festival venue by round-trip shuttle from CMU Hall with Standard & VIP tickets, or enjoy hotel pickup and return transfers with Premium & Elite tickets.
   
   After check-in, explore the festival grounds with Lanna shows, blessing rituals, cultural activities, artisan workshops, folk games, and handmade souvenirs by ticket tier. Try parasol painting, wood carving, Taleaw lucky keychain making, and traditional weaving before enjoying dining by ticket tier, from Kad Mua-style market flavors to buffet, vegan, premium, and food truck options.
   
   As evening falls, join a traditional clay candle blessing, honor Loy Krathong at the floating area, then gather for the Yi Peng lantern release as thousands of glowing lanterns rise above Chiang Mai, filling the night sky with light, wishes, and cherished memories.

Pickup details

For Standard and VIP tickets: Please make your own way to CMU Convention Hall. Shuttle boarding operates on a first-come, first-served basis between approximately 01:30 PM and 03:00 PM, with the final departure around 03:00 PM. Please arrive early to allow time for check-in and boarding. Guests who arrive late or after the final shuttle departure may be marked as a no-show. After the event, the return shuttle will drop guests back at CMU Convention Hall.

For Premium and Elite tickets: Round-trip hotel transfers are available from hotels in Chiang Mai city. Pickup operates by scheduled rounds between approximately 01:30 PM and 03:00 PM. Your exact pickup time will be confirmed by email after booking. Please wait in your hotel lobby at least 10 minutes before your confirmed pickup time. Guests who arrive late or are not present at the pickup point may be considered a no-show.

• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• Guests aged 8 years and above are charged at the adult rate. Participants under 20 years old must be accompanied by a parent or guardian, or have parental consent.
• Children under 8 years old may join free of charge when accompanied by a parent or guardian but are not eligible to receive sky lanterns.
• Handmade souvenirs are provided depending on the selected ticket tier. The number and value of souvenirs may vary by ticket type.
• Dining experiences and menu selections vary by selected ticket tier.
• Guests with food allergies or dietary restrictions should inform us in advance at the time of booking. While we will do our best to assist, allergen-free meals cannot be guaranteed due to the festival dining environment.
• Guests are required to dress appropriately out of respect for religious ceremonies.
• Ticket prices are valid only for the event date selected, either 24 or 25 November 2026.
• Outside alcoholic beverages are not permitted on the event premises.
• Guests are not allowed to bring or operate drones, or bring fireworks, firecrackers, or other pyrotechnic items into the event.
• Guests are not allowed to bring sky lanterns purchased from outside into the event.
• The lantern release and event program may be adjusted due to weather conditions, safety regulations, or event operations.
• Please expect heavy traffic on the day of the event. The bus ride may take longer than usual. Thank you for your patience.
• If the operator must cancel the event, you will be notified in advance and offered an alternative date, an alternative activity, or a full refund.