Chiang Mai Yee Peng Festival 2024 Press Conference

November 5

Chiang Mai Municipality Holds Press Conference for Chiang Mai Yee Peng Festival 2024 Theme: “Enchanting Mae Raming: A Symphony of Light and Culture” Dates: November 14–17, 2024.
On 5 November 2024, Chiang Mai Mayor Assanee Buranupakorn, alongside Chiang Mai Governor Nirat Phongsitthaworn, Chiang Mai Provincial Police Commander Pol. Maj. Gen. Tawatchai Pongwiwatchai, and Mr. Wisanu Sritawong, Chairman of the Social Power Network Foundation representing ThaiHealth, held a press conference to announce the Chiang Mai Yee Peng Festival 2024. This year’s festival, themed “Enchanting Mae Raming: A Symphony of Light and Culture” , will take place from November 14 to 17. The festival not only honors the elegance of Lanna culture but also aims to stimulate the local economy, and rejuvenate tourism after recent flood recovery efforts. Festival Highlights The Chiang Mai Yee Peng Festival 2024 will showcase a variety of traditional and cultural activities, including the Royal Procession of Large Floating Krathong Competition, the grand Lanna -style Sapao Parade, the vibrant light and sound show along the Ping River, the fireworks display in honor of His Majesty the King, and the Mr. and Miss Yee Peng Beauty Pageant Contest. The city will be beautifully illuminated to create an enchanting nighttime atmosphere. Additional highlights include the Tham Luang sermon, the Yee Peng Lanna Hanging Lantern Contest, traditional Lanna performances, the Yee Peng Children’s Contest, the Banana Leaf and Fresh Flower Krathong Contest, and the iconic Lanna Floating Lantern cerem ony, “Colors of the Flowing Waters.” Each event aims to immerse visitors in the cultural richness of Lanna. Invitation to Celebrate Yee Peng in Chiang Mai Chiang Mai Municipality extends a warm invitation to all visitors, both local and international, to experience the Chiang Mai Yee Peng Festival 2024. Marking the beginning of the winter season in Chiang Mai, the festival celebrates the essence of Lanna culture and tradition. Visitors are encouraged to wear traditional attire to honor and preserve the beauty of Lanna heritage. “This year’s Chiang Mai Yee Peng Festival offers an unforgettable celebration of Lanna culture, carefully crafted to highlight its beauty and grandeur. Every detail of the event has been meticulously prepared to provide a safe and memorable experience for all attendees,” stated Mayor Assanee. For further information, please contact: Chiang Mai Municipality Tel: +66 53-259000 Email: cmcity@cmcity.go.th Facebook Fanpage: Chiang Mai Municipality
TIMETABLE AS FOLLOWS:
1.Spirit House and White Pagoda Worship Ceremony 8.09 a.m. November 14, 2024 Chiang Mai Municipality Office, White Pagoda
2. Ping River Apology Ceremony 9.09 a.m. November 14, 2024 Sri Khong Pier
3. Yee Peng Lanna Lantern Competition (Big Hanging Lantern) 4.00 p.m. November 14, 2024 Tha Phae Gate
4. Opening Ceremony of Yee Peng Chiang Mai Festival 2024 6.00 p.m. November 14, 2024 Tha Phae Gate
5. Mr. and Miss Yee Peng Beauty Pageant Contest 7.00 p.m. November 14-15, 2024 Tha Phae Gate
6. Lanna Cultural Performances 6.00 – 9.00 p.m. November 14 and 16, 2024 Tha Phae Gate
7. Lanna Floating Krathong Activity 6.00 p.m. November 14-16, 2024 Ping River Bank at Chiang Mai Municipality Office
8. Multimedia Light and Sound Show on the Ping River 8.00 p.m. November 14-16, 2024 Stage at Sri Khong Pier
9. Yee Peng Chiang Mai “River of Happiness” Activities 6.00 – 9.00 p.m. November 14-17, 2024 Three locations along the Ping River: Chai Ya Mongkol Canal (Mae Kha Canal) and Ket Karam Temple
10. Tham Luang Sermon 6.00 a.m. – 9.00 p.m. November 15, 2024 Sri Don Chai Temple
11. Lanna Sapao (Lanna Traditional Float) Crafting Contest 8.00 a.m. – 5.00 p.m. November 15, 2024 Chiang Mai Municipality Office
12. Yee Peng Children’s Contest 6.00 p.m. November 15, 2024 Chiang Mai Municipality Office
13. SMALL PARADE / Lanna Sapao Parade Contest 6.30 p.m. November 15, 2024 From Tha Phae Gate to Chiang Mai Municipality Office
14. Banana Leaf and Fresh Flower Krathong Crafting Contest 8.00 a.m. – 5.00 p.m. November 16, 2024 Chiang Mai Municipality Office
15. Thai Luk Thung Singing Contest with Traditional Dance Performance 5.00 p.m. November 16, 2024 Chiang Mai Municipality Office
16. LARGE PARADE /Grand Krathong Competition for the Royal Trophy 6.30 p.m. November 16, 2024 From Tha Phae Gate to Chiang Mai Municipality Office
17. Royal Fireworks Display in Honor of His Majesty the King 8.00 p.m. November 16, 2024 Sri Khong Pier
18. Award Ceremony for the Grand Krathong Competition for the Royal Trophy 12.00 a.m. November 16, 2024 Chiang Mai Municipality Office

** Khomloys (Flying lanterns) are banned in the city limits / Fireworks are only allowed in the city limits with written permission from the Municipality**