Loy Krathong 24 Nov 2026 Schedule in 4 Provinces, Ticket Prices and Accommodation Guide

The 2026 Loy Krathong festival falls on Tuesday, 24 November 2026, which is the 15th day of the waxing moon in the 12th lunar month and is not a public holiday, meaning travellers need to plan annual leave or travel from the preceding Saturday and Sunday. This year, major events are being held in 4 main provinces, namely Chiang Mai, Sukhothai, Bangkok and Kanchanaburi, amidst high travel demand that has seen rooms in Chiang Mai city fully booked since September 2026. Those wishing to attend the events should therefore check the schedules, ticket prices and backup accommodation options in advance.

Schedules and Highlights of Loy Krathong Events in 4 Provinces

The Chiang Mai Yi Peng Festival takes place from 24 to 26 November 2026 along the Ping River, Nawarat Bridge, Tha Phae Gate and Wat Phan Tao, with the Chiang Mai Provincial Public Relations Office stating on 7 October 2026 that it will emphasise Lanna identity alongside safety measures. A key activity is the sky lantern release at the CAD Khomloy Sky Lantern Festival from 24 to 25 November 2026, accompanied by folk art performances and ancient Lanna drums. Tickets are priced from 4,900 to 15,900 baht depending on the seating area and must be purchased in advance online only. Meanwhile, Ban Thi District in Lamphun Province is hosting Moonlight Sky Lantern 2026 from 24 to 25 November 2026, which has drawn strong interest from tour operators in Xishuangbanna, Korea and Malaysia actively booking packages.

Sukhothai Province is holding the 2026 Loy Krathong, Candle and Fireworks Festival at Sukhothai Historical Park for a total of 10 nights, from 15 to 24 November 2026. The highlight is the SUKHOTHAI Light and Sound show featuring lights, sound and fireworks, with tickets priced at 1,200 baht for the yellow zone closest to the performance and 500 baht for visitors on a limited budget, alongside a Nang Noppamas pageant and free local wooden bus shuttle services at 2 points. Travellers can visit the festival from 15 November 2026 without waiting for the full moon night to avoid crowding.

Those in Bangkok can join the events on the night of 24 November 2026 free of charge and without advance booking at 3 public parks: Lumphini Park, which suits families and couples, Benchakitti Park in the Sukhumvit area, and Benchasiri Park, which has a warm atmosphere. For a luxury setting along the Chao Phraya River, Shangri-La Bangkok is holding a special celebration on the night of Tuesday, 24 November 2026. Meanwhile, Kanchanaburi Province will host the lighting of tens of thousands of clay oil lamps at Wat Tha Khanun on the night of 24 November 2026 free of charge, suitable for those looking to escape the heavy crowds in major cities.

Chiang Mai Accommodation Options and Travel Planning Guide

The President of the Tourism Council of Chiang Mai disclosed as early as September 2026 that hotel rooms and travel packages in Chiang Mai for the period of 20 to 26 November 2026 were already completely booked out. Visitors who have not yet reserved accommodation have 2 options: staying in Lamphun Province, which offers convenient travel into Chiang Mai, or staying on the outskirts of Chiang Mai city and travelling in to attend the events only in the evening, with the most convenient location being the area near Tha Phae Gate. For planning in the following year, experts recommend booking rooms 3 to 5 months in advance to secure a good location and reasonable rates.

This summary of the 2026 Loy Krathong events is suitable for travellers to use as a guide for planning annual leave, purchasing tickets in advance and finding backup accommodation outside Chiang Mai city. At the same time, hotel professionals in tourist areas and neighbouring provinces such as Lamphun can use it to assess room demand trends expanding into outlying areas. Furthermore, event organisers can analyse the activity formats and ticket prices in each province to appropriately plan year-end festival events.