Full moon night · Tuesday 24 November 2026
Loy Krathong 2026in Chiang Mai
On the full moon of the twelfth lunar month, Thailand floats krathongs on the water, and Chiang Mai sends lanterns into the sky. Celebrate it with us at two lantern nights in Doi Saket.
Get ticketsKrathongs on the river. Lanterns in the sky. One full moon.
Celebrate with us
Two lantern nights we sell tickets for, with transport from Chiang Mai.
Highlights
Float a krathong
A small float of banana leaf, flowers, a candle and incense, set on the water to give thanks and let go.
Release a lantern
In Chiang Mai the same nights are Yi Peng: lanterns go up together at organised events.
Go with a ticket
Lanterns may only be released where and when organisers allow. Our two events include transport and a set release time.
The programme
- 24 NovLoy Krathong nightFull moon of the twelfth lunar month
- 24 NovChiang Mai Heritage Sky Lanterns FestivalPang Fan Rock 'N' River, Doi Saket · ticket
- 24–25 NovLanna Lantern FestivalDoi Saket · ticket
Float one.Release one.
Pick your lantern night and we'll take care of the ride there and back.
Get ticketsTap the sky to release a lantern.