Food Festivals in Chiang Mai

1-9 Oct

For nine October days, yellow-flagged jay stalls take over Warorot and the Chinese quarter, serving meat-free curries, mock-meat noodles and vegetable plates.

5-6 Nov

Chiang Mai's great November festival floats krathong on the Ping and lanterns into the sky, with walking-street stalls piling up khanom and grilled snacks.

13-15 Feb 2027

The February flower festival fills Nong Buak Haad park and the moat road with blooms, parade floats and rows of street-food stalls along the parade route.

13-15 Apr 2027

Thailand's April new-year water festival is wildest around the Chiang Mai moat, where vendors set up early with grilled meats, eggs on a stick and drinks.

13-19 May 2027

The city-pillar merit festival at Wat Chedi Luang in mid-May draws flower offerings, Lanna processions and a local food market of northern snacks and sweets.