ARTS & EXHIBITIONS
4th – 30th November
DOLLS OF JAPAN EXHIBITION
@ CMU Arts Centre
053 218 280
Showcasing Japanese dolls. The grand opening will be on 4th November at 6 p.m.
3rd – 28th November
LIGHT SPACE PROJECT
@ Gallery SeeScape, Nimmanhaemin Soi 17
081 706 2305
This is an international artists group exhibition displaying the concept of ideas of light and space.
5th November
THREE SISTERS
@ CMU Art Centre
081 706 2305
Contemporary dance applied to the famous story ‘Three Sisters’, presented by Pappa Tarahumura. The show will start at 7 p.m. Tickets cost 500 baht and 300 baht. Seats are limited.
9th – 27th November
CALLIGRAPHY
@ CMU Art Centre
Chinese calligraphy exhibition featuring artists from the Faculty of Fine Arts, Chiang Mai University, collaborating with Art of Ink in America Society.
5th November
THREE SISTERS
@ CMU Art Centre
081 706 2305
Contemporary dance applied to the famous story ‘Three Sisters’, presented by Pappa Tarahumura. The show will start at 7 p.m. Tickets cost 500 baht and 300 baht. Seats are limited.
FAIRS & FESTIVITIES
8th – 11th November
YEE PENG CHIANG MAI – LOY KRATHONG FESTIVAL
@ All around Chiang Mai City
053 245 032
8th November, see the Yee Peng lanterns parade from Tha Pae Gate to Chang Klan Road. On 9th – 10th November, see the Miss Yee Peng Competition and Youth Yee Peng Competition at Tha Pae Gate. On 10th November, watch the Krathong Lek parade and Floating Krathong at Tha Pae Gate and Chiang Mai Municipality Office. On 11th November, enjoy the last day of the Krathong Yai Parade at Tha Pae Gate and Chiang Mai Municipality Office. For the whole schedule, please visit www.city-now.com.
25th – 27th November
THE 5TH THAILAND INTERNATIONAL BALLOON FESTIVAL
@ Prince Royal’s College
www.thaiballoonfestival.com
On 25th November, hot air balloons launch at 6 a.m. and the opening of the ceremony is at 4 p.m. On 26th and 27th November, hot air balloons launch at 6 a.m. and 4.30 p.m., Marching Bands at 5.30 p.m., Balloon Tethering at 6 p.m., Night Glow, Burner Glow and Fireworks at 7 p.m. and a special Light Show with music ‘Animated Light Show’ at 8 p.m.
4th – 7th November
CHIANG MAI FLORA BLOSSOM CELEBRATION@ Central Airport Chiang Mai Airport
Many flowers, as well as flower-themed fashion shows.
5th November
WINE & DINE FOR CARE FOR DOGS
@ Ginger Restaurant
081 180 8551
To support the Chiang Mai dog rescuers, come and enjoy the five course dinner and wine, auction and live jazz music. Starts at 6 p.m. Tickets are available at Julia Bate-Poxon or at Ginger Restaurant as well as at Citylife. All proceeds will go to Care for Dogs shelter.
11th – 20th November
CHIANG MAI MOTOR SHOW
@ Big C Arena
053 116 230
Automobiles, cars, parts, tools, promotions, pretty girls and much more.2nd – 6th NovemberCHIANG MAI OTOP FESTIVAL@ Fountain area, CMU Convention Centre
See many OTOP products from various villages in Thailand.
3th – 6th November
COMP & DIGITAL ICT CHIANG MAI
@ CMU Convention Centre
053 820 779
All technological products are provided here such as computers, laptops, parts, tools, mobile phones, tablets, with hot promotions.
18th – 20th November
THE 6TH MONEY EXPO CHIANG MAI
@ Chiang Mai Hall, Central Plaza Chiang Mai Airport
Everything about money, finance, banking, SMEs and more can be found here guided by many financial institutions of Thailand.
26th November
LANNA INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL GARAGE SALE
@ Lanna International School
053 805 528
Spend free time with family and friends and shop at this garage sale with many vendors and food stalls. 20 baht for entrance, and 200 baht for vendors. From 8 – 10 p.m.
14th November
PARENTING WITH THE BRAIN IN MIND: RAISING GREAT FAMILIES
@ Shangri-La Hotel
080 792 9925
This is a free public seminar lecture by John Joseph. The seminar will be about the strategies for raising great families.
Now – 5th November
HEAMAN NAKORNPING & FOOD FESTIVAL
@ Prasert Land (Kad Cheng Doi)
Enjoy a variety of food from many restaurants in Chiang Mai, as well as performances and beauty contests.
4th – 13th November
LANNA GMS FAIR
@ Central Plaza Chiang Mai Airport
See many handmade, handicrafts, OTOP, SMEs and shows here from GMS countries (China, Laos, Burma, Cambodia and Vietnam).
13th November
SUSTAIN, DÉCOR, ADORN
@ Adorn with Studio Naenna, Nimmanhaemin Road Soi 1
081 595 8758 or emailus1@studio-naenna.com
Present the new range of garments and decorations for housing. See the world of textiles into glassware and fashion show with Susira Naenna. 10% of sales will aim to help flood victims. Start 5 p.m. onwards. Please make reservation.
12th – 13th November
INTERNATIONAL CHIANG MAI RUGBY TENS TOURNAMENT 2011
@ Rugby filed, Prince Royal’s College
053 357 428 or www.chiangmairugbytens.com
Chiang Mai Tigers Rugby Club is pleased to welcome you to The 2nd International Chiang Mai Rugby Tens Tournament 2011. This tournament will bring 16 teams from all over Thailand, Asia, and beyond, together for a celebration of rugby.
SHOWS & CONCERTS
27th November
CHIANG MAI HAS TALENT
@ Playhouse Entertainment Complex
www.blackmoss.org
If you think you can do magic, juggle balls, spin plates, or even make people laugh, then come to the show.
17th November
GALA OPERA CONCERT
@ PTIS International School
080 792 9925
Performed by the stars of the European Chamber Opera and Siam Opera. Tickets cost 750 baht and 200 baht for children.
17th – 19th November
THE MIRACLE WORKER
@ Auditorium, Chiang Mai International School
053 306 152
Chiang Mai International School presents ‘The Miracle Worker,’ a story of Helen Keller, a blind and deaf girl who got support from her teacher Annie Sullivan. On 17th and 18th November, the play will start at 7 p.m. and on 19th November, the play will start at 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. Tickets cost 200 baht and 100 baht for students.
2nd December
AN EVENING WITH MARK TWAIN
@ AUA Auditorium
053 211 377
A one man performance, not to be missed evening of fun and laughter celebrating the life and works of the great Mark Twain. The show will begin at 7 p.m. Tickets cost 200 baht and 50 baht.
COMPETITIONS
13th November
TRIO FOR JUSTICE HALF MARATHON
@ Sankampaeng district
www.trioforjustice.org
10 kilometre run and 5 kilometre fun walk. The run will start at 6.45 a.m. and the walk will start at 7 a.m. Transportation is provided for 150 baht. For more information, please visit the website given above.
12th and 26th November
PTIS RUN SERIES FOR PIERS SIMON APPEAL #2 AND #3
@ PTIS International School
053 301 500
This is 3 kilometre and 10.5 kilometre marathon competition. The entrance fees are 200 baht for one race, or 500 baht for two races. The marathon will start and finish at PTIS International School. The registration is at 7.15 a.m. and the run begins at 8 a.m.
27th November
THAILAND LEAGUE DIVISION I FOOTBALL COMPETITION
@ 700 Year Stadium
www.chiangmaifc.com
Trying to avoid relegation this season, Chiang Mai FC will play a very important home game against Rangsit J.W. FC. Tickets cost 40, 50, 80 and 100 baht. Kick-off is at 6 p.m.
FILM PROGRAMMES
Every Friday at 8 p.m.
ALLIANCE FRANÉAISE DE CHIANG MAI
@ Chareonoprathet Road
053 275 277
4th November: HIROSHIMA, MON AMOUR (1959)
11th November: L’ANNÉE DERNIÈRE Á MARIENBAD (1961)
18th November: MURIEL OU LE TEMPS D’UN RETOUR (1962)
25th November: STAVISKY (1974)
FILM SPACE
Every Saturday Night at 6 p.m.
@ 2nd Floor, Auditorium of Media Arts and Design, CMU Art Centre
053 944 846
This month is the month of Gradual Recall. On 5th November, Walz with Bashir (2008). On 12th November, Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind (2004). On 19th November, March Comes in Like a Lion (1991). On 26th November, Monday (2000). All films not in English have English Subtitles.
12th – 13th and 19th – 20th November
THE AMERICAN DOCUMENTARY SHOWCASE
@ CMU Art Centre
U.S. Consulate General, Chiang Mai presents the documentary showcase in Chiang Mai. All films have subtitles in Thai. Admission is free. On 12th November: Make Believe and The New Frontier. On 13th November: Corner Plot and Niger ’66. On 19th November: One Lucky Elephant. On 20th November: If A Tree Falls: A Story of the Earth Liberation Front. Films begin at 6 p.m.
TOURISM AUTHORITY OF THAILAND SECTION
29th November – 10th December
SILK PHUK SIEW FESTIVAL AND RED CROSS FAIR
@ Khon Kaen
043 244 498
From noon to midnight, see Phuk Siew, or Friendship Making, an ancient and beautiful event from the people of Issan. During this festival, visitors can enjoy an opening ceremony procession, local silk weaving exhibitions, Red Cross Fair, silk pavilion, sales of OTOP products, Northeastern style dinner, beauty contest, local folk performances and much more.
26th November – 3rd December
THE 1ST THAILAND TEAM AMATEUR CHAMPIONSHIP
@ Hua Hin
02 714 8470
Golf competition of 5 rounds with 2 practice rounds and 3 tournament rounds. Each team consists of 4 amateurs.
21st November
LOY KRATHONG BANANA TRUNK
@ King Rama 2 Royal Garden, Amphawa, Samut Songkram
034 752 847 – 8
Krathong contests and the offering of food to Buddhist monks along the river.
10th – 25th November
BIO FAIR 2011
@ Impact Arena Muang Thong Thani
02 533 8500
Showcasing the achievements of the Thai industry in the areas of technology and innovation.
8th – 10th November
THE DELIGHTFUL COLOUR OF STREAM
@ Nakaraphiroem Public Park and along the Chao Phraya River (from Krungthep Bridge to Krungthon Bridge), Bangkok
02 250 5500
Parade of boats and lighting decorations along the Chao Praya River.