27th – 28th November 2023
The Chiang Mai Lantern Festival, also known as Yi Peng Festival, is an annual event held in northern Thailand, featuring the release of thousands of glowing lanterns into the night sky. Rooted in Thai tradition and spirituality, it symbolizes letting go of the past and inviting blessings for the future. The festival fosters community togetherness and offers a mesmerizing spectacle.
It is a bucket list must, while you’ll find similar lantern release rituals taking place across Asia in November, Chiang Mai’s greenery and scenery make it the most spectacular place to be.