Celebrate under lanterns and fireworks at the Chiang Mai CAD Countdown

Although locals may baulk at the ticket prices, CAD lantern events are one of northern Thailand’s most spectacular events, and New Year’s Eve is no exception. Much like the famous Loy Krathong event, the celebration blends Lanna culture with festive vibes under a million lanterns that make for some amazing photos. This New Year, it’s a little more interactive than last, with a traditional market and fun fair you can wander and enjoy, folk music and performances and impressive light and sound shows – all followed by the release of sky lanterns as the clock ticks toward midnight. As we hit 2026, a huge firework display will light up the sky among the thousands of dancing sky lanterns. It doesn’t get more New Yearsy than that. 

Dec 31. B4,800 to B15,500. CAD Cultural Centre Lanna. 6pm-midnight