Yi Peng Lantern Festival
FestivalMajor
ยี่เป็ง
Details
- Country
Thailand- Scope
- Nationwide
- Type
- Festival
- Gazetted
- No — not an official day off
- Month
- November 2026
- Long Weekends
- View opportunities
Business Impact
- Impact Level
- Offices Closed
- Impact Description
- This is a cultural festival. Business hours may vary in the local area.
Notes
Thousands of sky lanterns released in Chiang Mai. Coincides with Loi Krathong. One of Thailand's most iconic visual spectacles.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is Yi Peng Lantern Festival a public holiday in Thailand?
- Yi Peng Lantern Festival is a Festival in Thailand, but it is not an official public holiday. Most businesses remain open.
- When is Yi Peng Lantern Festival 2026?
- Yi Peng Lantern Festival 2026 falls on November 14, 2026 – November 15, 2026.
- What is Yi Peng Lantern Festival called locally in Thailand?
- Yi Peng Lantern Festival is locally known as "ยี่เป็ง" in Thailand.
