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# Events

Festivals, markets and one-off events, with confirmed dates and practical detail.

![Paper lanterns drifting up over Chiang Mai at night during Yi Peng](/images/featured/paper-lanterns-drifting-upward-over-chiang-mai-at-.webp)

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### Yi Peng & Loy Krathong 2026: Dates, Events and What to Know

Chiang Mai's lantern festivals are approaching. Here are the 2026 dates, the main ticketed and free events, and practical tips for seeing them well.

7 Sept 2026

[Yi Peng & Loy Krathong 2026: Dates, Events and What to Know →](/blog/yi-peng-loy-krathong-2026-what-to-know/)

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