Heaven Sky Lantern Festival: Chiang Mai’s boutique Yi Peng experience
A boutique lantern celebration in Mae Taeng
Hosted at The Garden (Suan Sawan) in Mae Taeng District (45 km from Chiang Mai), the Heaven Sky Lantern Festival revives Lanna heritage in an intimate, forested lakeside setting. Covering around 170 rai of landscaped grounds, this boutique gala invites just a few thousand guests per night to experience authentic rituals, crafts, and a magical lantern launch
Crafted by renowned local chef PaTa Obasan, the festival includes Kad Mua markets, tribal zones, candlelit pavilions, a striking 30m lantern arch, and a mesmerising Lanna Light Parade on water – crowned by a synchronized sky lantern release and full-moon reflection fest
How is the Heaven lantern festival different from the others?
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Forest–lake venue
Nestled in Mae Taeng’s woodland, the lakeside midnight release feels private and tranquil – far from Chiang Mai’s bustle.
Cultural depth
Explore tribal costume photo zones, traditional handicraft demos, and immersive rituals through community village areas.
Water-stage spectacle
The Lanna Light Parade features floating lanterns and a light‑sound show upon the lake – a major highlight before the main lantern release.
Top-tier all‑in‑one tickets
The ticket includes a buffet dinner, 2 sky lanterns, 1 krathong, cultural performances, workshops, transport, and insurance all in one package.
How to get to the Heaven sky lantern festival?
Shuttle bus (included in ticket)
Air conditioned van transfers from a common pick-up point. The exact pick-up point will be shared once your tickets have been booked.
Self‑drive
You can drive from Chiang Mai to Suan Sawan. It takes around 45 mins to reach the festival venue.
Grab or private taxi
Taxis are available to the venue from Chiang Mai and costs THB 500 to1,000 depending on traffic. The drive takes around 45 mins.
What is included in your Heaven sky lantern ticket?
Event entry and seating
Northern Thai buffet with free-flow non‑alcoholic drinks
Two sky lanterns and one floating krathong per person
Craft workshops, candlelit pathways, Lanna performances, water‑stage show & fireworks
Round‑trip transport by air‑con van from Chiang Mai pick‑up point
Accident insurance & support staff on site
Heaven sky lantern festival in pictures
Forest lantern arch
Stroll through a 30-meter-long tunnel of soft, glowing lanterns suspended between trees – a luminous forest gateway that feels like stepping into a dream.
Frequently asked questions about Heaven Sky Lantern festival?