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Loy Krathong & Yi Peng (Lantern Festivals) 2026

Loy Krathong is observed around the full moon of the 12th lunar month with krathong floated on waterways. Chiang Mai's Yi Peng overlaps, but each city's 2026 programme—and any authorised sky-lantern activity—must be checked locally.

Expected timing
National and Chiang Mai programmes are still being announced; Sukhothai's confirmed show runs 15–24 November. Recheck the exact local celebration you plan to attend.
Where
Nationwide (Chiang Mai for Yi Peng) · Across Thailand
Cost / access
Pricing varies by local programme; the confirmed Sukhothai Light and Sound show is ticketed.
Krathongs with candles floating on water during Loy KrathongAcross Thailand
Use this date to shortlist—not to book blindly.

National and Chiang Mai programmes are still being announced; Sukhothai's confirmed show runs 15–24 November. Recheck the exact local celebration you plan to attend. The placeholder keeps the calendar useful, but this page intentionally omits Event date schema until the edition is confirmed.

Why route around it

What makes it worth the stop

  • Thousands of candle-lit krathong floated on rivers, canals and lakes
  • Chiang Mai's distinct Yi Peng traditions, with local rules governing lantern activity
  • A confirmed ten-night Sukhothai programme around the historical park

Plan the stop

Practical notes

  1. Chiang Mai and Sukhothai are the best-known destinations; compare their confirmed local programmes before booking.
  2. Use a biodegradable krathong (bread or banana-trunk) to protect waterways
  3. Attend only authorised lantern activities and verify local safety restrictions.
Read the Loy Krathong field guide

Evidence, not mystery

Sources and freshness

The organiser or responsible authority is the primary reference. Supporting links corroborate the record; they can still change, so use the official link for the final booking check.