2025 Chiang Mai Yi Peng Lantern Festival Tickets - CAD Official Partner

The 2025 Yi Peng Lantern Festival will be celebrated on Wednesday, Nov 5, and Thursday, Nov 6, at Chiang Mai Arts and Design (CAD), which is the largest government-sponsored mass sky lantern release venue in Chiang Mai, Thailand.

The Sky Lantern Festival is part of the Water Lantern Festival in Chiang Mai, Thailand. The activities of the Water Lantern Festival are free, and the water lanterns are purchased by the participants themselves. However, for safety considerations, the Sky Lantern Festival will be held at a designated place for launching paper lanterns into the sky. You must book tickets for entrance in advance!

Ticket for the Yi Peng Festival at CAD 2025 - Limited Availability

Standard Zone Ticket

Standard Zone Ticket (Including Transfers + Dinner)

  • Zones: Total of 10 zones
  • Seat Rows: 21-31
  • Total Seats: 2016
  • Venue: The CAD Cultural Center Lanna Ethnicity, Chiang Mai
  • Round-Trip Transfers: Red Cab Minivan without air conditioning
  • Pick up: PAYAP UNIVERSITY PIH Student Dormitory
  • Food: Lanna Thai Buffet Dinner & Non-Alcoholic Drink (at Standard Food ZONE)

US$149

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VIP Zone Ticket

VIP Zone Ticket (Including Transfers + Dinner)

  • Zones: Total of 8 zones
  • Seat Rows: 12-20
  • Total Seats: 1104
  • Venue: The CAD Cultural Center Lanna Ethnicity, Chiang Mai
  • Round-Trip Transfers: Air-conditioned Shared Bus
  • Pick up: PAYAP UNIVERSITY PIH Student Dormitory
  • Food: Lanna Thai Buffet Dinner & Non-Alcoholic Drink (at VIP Food ZONE)

US$198

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Premium Zone Ticket

PREMIUM Zone Ticket (Including Transfers + Dinner)

  • Zones: Total of 11 zones
  • Seat Rows: 1-11
  • Total Seats: 560
  • Venue: The CAD Cultural Center Lanna Ethnicity, Chiang Mai
  • Round-Trip Transfers: Air-conditioned Shared Bus
  • Pick up: PAYAP UNIVERSITY PIH Student Dormitory
  • Food: Lanna Thai Buffet Dinner & Non-Alcoholic Drink (at Premium Food ZONE)

US$207

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Price Inclusions

  • An E-ticket ( QR code)
  • Two lanterns per person
  • 1 Kratong
  • 1 Souvenir handbag
  • Round-trip Free bus transfer between PAYAP UNIVERSITY PIH Student Dormitory & Chiang Mai Culture Art and Design (CAD)
  • Food, dessert, and drink

Cancellation Policy

  • Cancellation received 22+ days before the festival day: 100 % full refund of the ticket
  • Cancellation received from 0 to 21 days before the festival day: non-refundable
  • If the celebration is canceled: non-refundable, the cost will be donated to charity
  • No-show travelers: non-refundable

Children Policy

Children under 8 years old are free of charge, dinner & sit with parent – but no extra lantern, no extra seat, no extra souvenir.

Pick up and Drop off

Special Reminder

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Seat Plan

Seat Plan

Schedule of Yi Peng Lantern Festival at CAD 2025

1:00 pm - 3:00 pm: Meet at PAYAP UNIVERSITY and Venue Transport

Make your way to the meeting point at PAYAP UNIVERSITY PIH Student Dormitory using your transport. Present your e-ticket to hop on the shuttle to the event location; it takes approximately a 1 hour drive. Shuttles operate every 10 minutes from 1 pm to 3 pm, with the last departing by 3 pm.

3:30 pm - 5:00 pm: Check-in, Artisanal Activities, and Cultural Shows

Upon arriving at the venue, register at the main entrance with your e-ticket. Receive a lanyard badge and a keepsake before exploring the Craft and Art section, the vibrant 'tribal village,' and enjoy various cultural performances and engaging activities such as the ceremonial water lantern launch.

6:30 pm - 8:00 pm: Dinner Delights

Indulge in an authentic Thai Lanna Buffet Dinner, complete with an array of snacks, delectable desserts, and refreshing non-alcoholic beverages. For our vegetarian guests, specially curated options are available.

7:30 pm - 8:15 pm: Entertainment and Spiritual Observances

Venture to the ceremony area near the grand pagoda for captivating displays of live drumming, candlelight shows, religious traditions, and soul-stirring chants led by revered monks.

8:15 pm - 8:45 pm: Lantern Release and Fireworks Spectacle

Participate in the release of lanterns into the night sky and savor the magical fireworks display, culminating in an awe-inspiring visual treat.

8:45 pm: Concluding Ceremony and City Return

As the event draws to a close, a return shuttle service awaits to transport you back to the city. You can opt for drop-off at either the bustling Maya Shopping Center or the vibrant Chiang Mai Night Bazaar, taking into account the prevailing traffic conditions.

Fesival Itinrary

How Do I Choose the Date, November 5th or 6th?

The activities for the Yi Peng Lantern Festival are typically the same on both November 5th and 6th. You can expect enchanting lantern displays, cultural performances, and other traditional festivities on either day. Whether you choose to attend on November 5th or 6th, you'll likely experience a similar magical and unforgettable celebration during the Yi Peng Lantern Festival.

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