Join a celebration of colour and craft at the Borsang Umbrella Festival

One of Chiang Mai’s most beloved cultural festivals returns as the Borsang Umbrella Festival lights up the streets of the Bo Sang sub-district for another year. Now close to half a century in the making, this three-day celebration takes over the roads with a huge market, stages and parades that celebrate Lanna craftsmanship front and centre. This is where to go to get your culture fix – think traditional umbrella parades, local music performances, hands-on umbrella making workshops and the much-anticipated Miss Bo Sang contest where young ladies carry umbrellas in one hand and cycle pushbikes with the other. No doubt this deep dive into local life is one of the best local events of the year. 

Jan 16-18. Free. Bo Sang Umbrella Village. 10am onwards