What is Yi Peng
Yi Peng: A Celebration of Three Lights
Yi Peng comes alive through three timeless traditions:
• Sky Lanterns (Khomloy) — releasing misfortune and welcoming hope
• Krathong — floating offerings of gratitude and love
• Phang Pratheep — candlelight symbols of wisdom and guidance
At the Chiangmai CAD Khomloy Sky Lantern Festival 2026, experience all three lights in one unforgettable celebration.
The term “Yi Peng” comes from the Lanna language and is composed of two words: “Yi,” meaning the second month in the Lanna calendar, which corresponds to November, and “Peng,” meaning the full moon night.
Yi Peng is an ancient festival dating back to the Lanna Kingdom, during which both the people and the kings would gather to pay homage and worship at various temples.
There are several beliefs associated with the Yi Peng Festival and the release of sky lanterns. It is believed to be an act of worship to the Goddess of the River (Phra Mae Khongkha), who provides water for agriculture, and also a way of honoring the Buddha’s footprint on the banks of the Nammada River according to Buddhist tradition. Local people also believe that releasing lanterns and floating krathongs symbolizes letting go of misfortune, bad luck, and negative things in life, allowing a new beginning filled with good fortune and happiness.
CHIANG MAI CAD
KHOMLOY SKY LANTERN FESTIVAL
Mass Khomloy
Lantern Release
Sacred Lanna
Rituals & Blessings
Authentic Cultural
Performances
Ancient Lanna
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A night when the sky transforms into a sea of light and wonder.
Chiang Mai CAD Khomloy Sky Lantern Festival 2026 invites you to be part of one of the world’s most breathtaking lantern celebrations. Rooted in ancient Lanna traditions and beautifully curated for a seamless experience, this extraordinary night symbolizes the release of negativity and the welcoming of good fortune and new beginnings.
Each year, guests from around the world gather for this unforgettable moment, as countless Khomloy lanterns rise together in perfect harmony. Surrounded by authentic Lanna ceremonies, cultural performances, and thoughtfully designed settings, every detail is crafted for comfort, safety, and elegance.
More than a festival, this is a once-in-a-lifetime experience—where culture, spirituality, and beauty meet beneath a glowing Chiang Mai sky.
