CAD Khomloy Sky Lantern Festival - The largest ticketed sky lantern festival
Lanterns, culture & CAD Khomloy magic
The CAD Khomloy Lantern Festival in Chiang Mai is part of the Yi Peng and Loy Krathong celebrations, held under the full moon in November. Hosted by Chiang Mai Arts & Design on the spacious Lanna‑style grounds, this event draws around 3,500–15,000 attendees each night.
Guests gather in the late afternoon, enjoy a Lanna Thai buffet, cultural performances, tribal craft booths, and traditional rituals led by monks. The highlight comes after sunset: a countdown followed by a mass release of sky lanterns (khom loi), symbolic acts of floating away misfortune and inviting good fortune.
As lanterns rise en masse, the night sky fills with hundreds of glowing wishes – a moment many describe as breathtaking.
How is the CAD Khomloy festival different from other events?
1/4
Curated cultural experience
Chiang Mai Arts & Design (CAD) organizes the CAD Khomloy Festival, which focuses on authenticity and cultural storytelling. The festival takes place in a purpose-built cultural space surrounded by nature.
Tiered seating
Guests can choose from Standard to Elite seating, with each tier offering clear views of the performances and the main stage. This allows for a more comfortable and organized experience, especially for families or groups.
All-inclusive ticket
Each ticket includes round-trip shuttle service, a full Lanna Thai buffet, traditional dance and music performances, a blessing ceremony by monks, and the mass release of lanterns and krathongs.
Sustainable and focused on local practices
The festival emphasizes eco-friendly practices by using biodegradable materials and supporting local artisans. There are tribal craft zones where guests can explore handmade goods and cultural exhibitions.
What is included in a CAD Khomloy festival ticket?
Ceremony entrance with assigned seating area
Shuttle transfer from a common point to the venue and back
Lanna Thai buffet dinner and non-alcoholic beverages
Two sky lanterns and one krathong per person
Hand‑painted souvenir bag and festival
Access to cultural performances, ritual areas, and food zones
How to get to the CAD Khomloy festival?
Shuttle transfer (included in ticket)
The shuttle leaves from a common point at a designated time. The specific details will be shared after you book your tickets.
Private or Grab taxi
It is a 30 —40-minute drive to 9 Ban Sa Ha Khon, Mae On District, and a taxi costs 400–800 THB, depending on the time of day and traffic.
Songthaew or local bus
Catch a local bus from Arcade station to Mae On (~50 THB), then walk or take a tuk‑tuk to the venue.
CAD Khomloy festival in pictures
Lantern-filled sky
Watch thousands of glowing lanterns rise in unison, lighting up the night in a breathtaking mass release.
Frequently asked questions about the CAD Khomloy festival
The ticket includes round-trip transport, entrance, dinner, 2 lanterns, 1 krathong, souvenir, and full program access.
There are tiers in the tickets. They approximately cost 4,800 THB (Standard), 6,400 THB (VIP), 6,900 THB (Premium), 15,500 THB (Elite)
The festival is suitable for all ages and children under 7 can attend for free. But they do not get assigned seats and have to sit on their parent’s/guardian’s laps.
Yes, there are accessible shuttles, paths, and other facilities that make is possible for disabled guests to attend.
On-site mobile toilets, comfortable seating areas, staffed support, food stalls, water stations, and medical aid.
At The CAD Cultural Center Lanna, 9 Ban Sa Ha Khon, On Klang, Mae On District, Chiang Mai (30 km east of the city).
.svg?auto=format&w=156&h=48&q=90&crop=faces&fit=crop)