Chiang Mai is one of the most popular tourist destinations in Thailand, especially during the festive season. If you are looking to welcome New Year 2026 in Thailand, the northern Thailand's largest city is definitely one of the best places to count down. Venues around Chiang Mai host public countdown events with music, fireworks, and other festivities every year. Discover the best places to celebrate New Year's in the city and pick the perfect place for your Chiang Mai New Year's Eve 2026.
Best Countdown Events on New Year's Eve 2026 in Chiang Mai
To plan your New Year celebration in Chiang Mai, explore the city's best countdown events below. The best places to celebrate New Year's Eve 2026 in Chiang Mai while enjoying fireworks displays are the following.
1. Chiang Mai CAD New Year Countdown
Chiang Mai CAD New Year Countdown is an event where you can experience cultural performances, sky lantern releases, and the largest fireworks display in northern Thailand. The event also features a lively amusement park with thrilling rides and attractions for all ages. The international food zone offers a diverse selection of culinary delights, from local Thai delicacies to international cuisines. The venue of the Chiang Mai CAD New Year Countdown is quite far from the city center, but its tickets include round-trip transportation.
Event date and time: 31 December 2025
Location: CAD Cultural Center
Tickets: Chiang Mai CAD New Year Countdown 2026 with Sky Lanterns
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The atmosphere of the last year's New Year Countdown event in Chiang Mai.
Important!
Pay attention that the details of some Thailand countdown events displayed below are for the previous New Year 2025 celebration, as new festive season events are normally presented not more than 2-3 months before New Year’s Eve. In most cases, the events and inclusions remain similar every year, so you can know what can be expected, even if party themes change and ticket prices tend to be slightly going up.
We will update this page once details of Thailand's New Year’s Eve events for New Year 2026 become available. Bookmark this page to find the updates easier.
2. Amazing Chiang Mai Countdown
Amazing Chiang Mai Countdown is a yearly New Year’s event organized by the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) at Royal Park Rajapruek in Chiang Mai. TAT transforms the park to deliver a spectacular end-of-year happiness experience for visitors. At the event venue, you can enjoy many special activities, such as taking beautiful photos with the most magnificent light garden, tasting delicious food and drinks, trying cool craft workshops, watching Lanna cultural performances, and having fun with mini-concerts from famous artists. On New Year's Eve, there’s a special concert with popular local stars and a spectacular fireworks display to end the old year and welcome the new year.
Event date and time: 21-31 December 2024, from 17:00 onwards
Location: Royal Park Rajapruek
Best-rated hotels nearby:
Chandra Residence - a luxury boutique hotel covering more than 8,000 square meters right on the edge of lush national parklands yet still conveniently close to the center of Chiang Mai.
Rajapruek Place - a 3-star resort right in Royal Park Rajapruek.
Romsak Lanna Resort - a serviced apartment, centrally located next to Makro and only 5 minutes' walking from Central Phuket.
3. Chiang Mai Countdown at Tha Phae Gate
Chiang Mai Municipality organizes Chiang Mai Countdown at Tha Phae Gate, a historical landmark of the city. At the New Year's Eve event that starts before noon, there are various DIY activities, music, and cultural performances from Chiang Mai youth and LGBTQ+ groups. To see beautiful fireworks, you should join the grand countdown on the Nawarat Bridge at the end of Tha Phae Road. The festivities extend to the first day of the year, with offering alms to the monks in the morning and one more music concert in the evening.
Event date and time: 31 December 2024 - 1 January 2025, from 11:00 to 24:00
Location: Tha Phae Gate
Best-rated hotels nearby:
Hotel M Chiang Mai - a mid-sized business hotel in Chiang Mai’s Old City, located right behind the historic Tha Phae Gate.
Imm Hotel Thaphae Chiang Mai - an affordable hotel not far from Tha Phae Gate and Chiang Mai Night Bazaar.
Ed Hostel - a very well-rated hostel, conveniently located in the center of Chiang Mai.
4. Charming Chiang Mai Countdown
Charming Chiang Mai Countdown is the biggest countdown event in the middle of a flower field in Chiang Mai that takes place at the Chiang Mai Provincial Government Center (Chiang Mai Provincial Administrative Organization Park). The highlights of this Chiang Mai New Year's Eve event are the exhibition of various flowers and ornamental plants and light decorations, entertainment from local artists, an international fireworks display, and a special year-end night run called "Charming Chiang Mai Night Run."
Event date and time: 31 December 2024 - 1 January 2025
Location: Chiang Mai Provincial Government Center
Best-rated hotels nearby:
Green Lake Resort - a hotel surrounded by lush tropical gardens and lush lawns with a beautiful lake next to the hotel.
WE Valley Hotel - an affordable hotel close to the countdown event venue.
Sareeviengping Hotel Chiangmai - an accommodation offering a truly relaxing getaway not far from the center of Chiang Mai.
5. Central Chiang Mai Countdown
Central Chiang Mai Countdown is an event that takes place in front of Central Chiang Mai shopping mall on New Year's Eve. The highlights of this countdown event are spectacular fireworks and a concert filled with a lineup of stars, singers, and actors. It is the main place to celebrate New Year 2026 on the eastern side of the city.
Event date and time: 31 December 2024, from 17:00 to midnight
Location: In front of Central Chiang Mai
Best-rated hotels nearby:
Moose EASY Hotel - a hotel with minimalist modern rooms, exceptional service, and genuine care - ideal for work, rest, and adventure travelers.
Nap In Fest - an affordable hotel just a 2-minute walk from Central Chiang Mai.
HOP INN Chiang Mai Superhighway - a hotel offering 79 clean and comfortable rooms for travelers on a budget.
6. Glow Countdown Chiang Mai
Glow Countdown Chiang Mai is a year-end celebration that takes place at One Nimman, a vibrant hub of shops, art, culture, and modern lifestyle in the Nimman area. The highlights of this Chiang Mai New Year's Eve event are the jazz music from Chiang Mai artists, over 30 international street food stalls, and a countdown mapping show on the clock tower.
Event date and time: 27-31 December 2024, from 16:00 to 22:00 (to 00:30 on the 31st)
Location: One Nimman
Best-rated hotels nearby:
U Nimman Chiang Mai - an exciting 5-star luxury hotel on Nimmanhaemin Road.
Eastin Tan Hotel Chiang Mai - a 4-star hotel located on the main Huay Kaew Road, opposite Chiang Mai’s hippest and trendiest shopping and entertainment area.
Art Mai Gallery Nimman Hotel Chiang Mai - a hotel offering one-of-a-kind experiences that allow you to explore the local art scene in peace and tranquility.
7. Singha Winter Fest on New Year's Eve in Chiang Mai
Singha Winter Fest is a food and music festival that takes place at MAYA Square Chiang Mai and lasts for a month. You can enjoy winter holidays in the center of Chiang Mai with a variety of food and special performances from famous artists. On New Year's Eve, there's a countdown event at the festival.
Event date and time: 6 December 2024 - 5 January 2025, from 17:00 to midnight
Location: MAYA Chiang Mai
Best-rated hotels nearby:
Hotel MAYU Chiang Mai - a hotel offering modern rooms and gracious service - is a 3-minute walk from MAYA shopping mall.
SHIN Hotel Nimman ChiangMai - a reasonably priced accommodation near MAYA.
Eastin Tan Hotel Chiang Mai - a 4-star hotel located on the main Huay Kaew Road, opposite to the Chiang Mai’s hippest and trendiest shopping and entertainment area.
8. New Year's Eve at InterContinental Chiang Mai
InterContinental Chiang Mai is one of the best 5-star luxury hotels in Chiang Mai that thrives on providing guests a luxurious sanctuary for unwinding. On New Year's Eve, the hotel invites you to ring in the New Year in style with a gala dinner at Gad Lanna Lawn, where you can indulge in a sumptuous international buffet, live music, and captivating entertainment. Otherwise, celebrate the New Year in high spirits at HONG's Sky Bar, where you can enjoy breathtaking city views, delicious cocktails, and electrifying music.
Event: InterContinental New Year's Eve Gala Dinner
Event date and time: 31 December 2025, from 19:00 to 01:00
Venue: Gad Lanna Lawn
Ticket price:
- 6,888 THB per person
Event: HONG's Sky Bar New Year’s Eve "Red" Party
Event date and time: 31 December 2025, from 19:00 to 01:00
Venue: HONG's Sky Bar
Ticket price:
- 2,688 THB per person, including 1,000 THB food & beverage credit
Book your stay on New Year's Eve at this Chiang Mai hotel here: InterContinental Chiang Mai
9. New Year's Eve at Chiang Mai Marriott Hotel
The Chiang Mai Marriott Hotel is a modern leisure and conference hotel in the heart of Chiang Mai's bustling Night Bazaar District. The hotel is located a short walk from the ancient moated city, making it a convenient place to stay for travelers who are looking to explore the north of Thailand and rest comfortably. On New Year's Eve at the Chiang Mai Marriott Hotel, you can ring in 2026 with style and joy by choosing a festive set menu or dinner buffet, the Sip & Savor package at the Pool House, or joining the exciting Countdown Party on the lawn.
New Year's Eve 2026 in Thailand
Welcoming the New Year in Thailand is an excellent choice, as there are many countdown events on New Year's Eve not only in Chiang Mai but also in other popular tourist destinations in Thailand, such as Bangkok, Phuket, Pattaya, Hua Hin, Krabi, Koh Samui, and others. Discover the best countdown events in Thailand and choose the perfect spot to celebrate your New Year's Eve 2026 in Thailand.
