with Spectacular Light Installation and Mapping Experience
The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT), in collaboration with Chiang Mai Province, has officially launched the “Chiang Mai Night Market”, transforming the iconic San Kamphaeng Walking Street into a vibrant nighttime destination filled with light, art, culture, and digital creativity. The opening ceremony was presided over by Mr. Siwakhon Buapong, Vice Governor of Chiang Mai, and Ms. Thapanee Kiatphaibool, Governor of the Tourism Authority of Thailand, at Khuang San Kamphaeng, Chiang Mai.
Designed to showcase the charm of Chiang Mai after dark, the Chiang Mai Night Market invites visitors to explore a reimagined walking street enhanced by grand Light Installation and Mapping displays, live music performances, and immersive cultural activities. The event takes place every Saturday at San Kamphaeng Walking Street from 17 January to 28 February 2026, creating a new landmark for nighttime tourism in Northern Thailand.
Elevating Chiang Mai as a City of Festivals and Creative Living
According to Mr. Siwakhon Buapong, the Chiang Mai Night Market plays a vital role in strengthening the province’s tourism ecosystem by transforming local cultural capital and traditional craftsmanship into contemporary creative experiences. By integrating art, lighting, and digital technology, the event delivers a dynamic nighttime atmosphere aligned with Chiang Mai’s long-term vision as a City of Wellness, City of Living, and City of Festivals.
The initiative also reflects the national tourism strategy under the concept “Value is the New Volume” and Chiang Mai’s policy of “12 Months, 12 Festivals – Travel Chiang Mai All Year Round”, aimed at enhancing destination image, increasing tourism revenue, and ensuring sustainable income distribution within local communities.
Creative Walking Street: From Local Market to International Stage
Ms. Thapanee Kiatphaibool, Governor of TAT, emphasized that event-driven tourism is a key strategy in stimulating travel demand. The Chiang Mai Night Market is organized across two major locations: San Kamphaeng Walking Street (Saturdays) and Tha Phae Walking Street (Sundays), supporting Thailand’s goal of upgrading walking streets from local markets into international Creative Walking Streets.
San Kamphaeng is widely recognized as a cultural hub of Lanna heritage, renowned for its handicrafts, traditional wisdom, and preserved community lifestyle. The event is curated under the theme “San Kamphaeng Remix: Chiang Mai Remake”, presenting a refreshed identity of the area through creative lighting, digital art, and storytelling installations while maintaining deep respect for local identity and traditions.
10 Landmark Light Installations at San Kamphaeng
Visitors can experience 10 spectacular light installation and mapping landmarks along San Kamphaeng Walking Street, each narrating a unique cultural story. Highlights include
The Grand Arts of San Kamphaeng multi-art landmark at Khuang San Kamphaeng
The Woven Legacy and The Spirit of Clay installations celebrating local weaving and pottery heritage
The Wishing Lanna lantern zone and Color Your Canopy umbrella art
The Light Beat market zone reflecting community vibrancy
The Cool Elephant digital sculpture symbolizing modern creativity
The Basket of Prosperity bamboo installation
Bo Sang in Bloom floral light display
The Weaver’s Beacon light tower
The Artful Wall immersive projection space
Tha Phae Walking Street Light Landmarks
At Tha Phae Walking Street, the landmark theme “The Sand Stupa: The Beginning” draws inspiration from the Lanna New Year tradition. Additional installations include
The Radiant Octagon at Wat Phan On
Lanna Guardian twin lions symbolizing wisdom and protection
From the Sacred Road to the Heritage of the Nation visual narrative
The Flame of Memory at Koom Chao Buri Rat
The Stream of Light sacred tree installation
The Gesture of Radiance light sculpture
The Lantern of Lanna Imagination at Wat Chedi Luang
The City of Flowers display
The Blooming Way pathway
The Axis of Culture at Wat Phra Singh
Shopping, Local Cuisine, Live Music, and Special Privileges
Beyond the visual spectacle, visitors can enjoy shopping for local handicrafts and souvenirs, tasting authentic Northern Thai cuisine from local vendors, and enjoying daily live performances by popular Thai artists. Highlights include Scrubb, Proxie, Whal & Dolph, No One Else, Yented, Atom, Pause, Earth Patravee, ATLAS, Sarah Salola, Songkarn Rangsan, Serious Bacon, Mean, and a grand finale by Season Five on 1 March 2026.
Shoppers who spend THB 200 or more at the event will receive discount coupons for tourism-related services such as hotels, restaurants, and spas.
Free Admission and Complimentary Shuttle Services
The Chiang Mai Night Market is free to attend, with complimentary shuttle bus services provided by TAT on multiple routes connecting key city landmarks, including One Nimman, Tha Phae Gate, Central Chiang Mai, Bo Sang Umbrella Center, and major temples.
For more information, visitors can follow updates via GoNorthThailand on Facebook or contact the TAT Contact Center at 1672 Travel Buddy.
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