Celebrating Christmas and New Year's in Chiang Mai is a great idea! The weather is excellent. It is warm but not too hot during the day and cool in the evenings. Even though Thai people are mainly Buddhists, they never say no to a party. So if you visit Chiang Mai during the holidays, you won't have to miss the festive atmosphere back home too much. Whether it is a traditional Christmas dinner at the Duke, shopping for presents at Maya Mall or a local holiday market, or finding a Santa for the kids: read all about your options below.
People from all over the world travel to Chiang Mai near the end of the cold season to experience the natural beauty and creations of the Chiang Mai Flower Festival. If you are considering visiting Chiang Mai during the winter months, the Flower Festival is a great excuse to come. This year, the 49th edition of the Chiang Mai Flower Festival takes place on the 13th, 14th, and 15th of February (Friday to Sunday) 2026.
This year's Chinese New Year celebrations are coming up! The Year of the Horse will officially begin on the 17th of February, 2026. Chinese New Year, also known as the Spring Festival, is known for its dragon dances and is about getting good luck in the new year. Read on for some more information and tips about Chinese New Year celebrations in Chiang Mai.
We've put together this guide of the "Top Ten Things to Do in Chiang Mai". It's been carefully curated with our expert knowledge and years of experience in the local area to help you choose how to spend your time in this magical city.
