Now until December 3 The 29th CMU Book Fair 2025 at the CMU Main Library – under the theme “Read Me Up: Empowering Knowledge for the Community”, daily from 9:00 a.m. – 9:00 p.m. The event aims to promote reading among students and the public, offering quality books at special prices and opportunities to meet leading authors. Highlights include: Over 100 booths of books, educational media, and souvenirs from Thai and international publishers. Meet-the-Author sessions with well-known writers such as Pita Limjaroenrat, Dr. Trin Phoraksa, and Win Nimmanworawut. Creative workshops (e.g., herbal inhalers, watercolor art, cactus planting). High school debate competition (Nov 29) with prizes totaling 6,000 THB. Community and eco-friendly projects, including book exchanges, boardgame donations, plastic cap collection for recycling, and single-sided paper donations. Mini Tours @ CMU Library (daily, 11 rounds/day). Opening Ceremony: Wednesday, 26 November 2025, 9:00 a.m. at the CMU Library Front Lawn. For more details, visit facebook.com/CMUBookFair.
Now until 4 January 2026 Charming Chiang Mai Flower Festival – Get ready for the grand return of Chiang Mai’s biggest flower festival! Charming Chiang Mai Flower Festivals 2026 Under the concept “The World Heritage of Lanna”, the beauty of Chiang Mai will shine brighter than ever. This year, the festival will be filled with flower gardens, lights, and a joyful celebration you don’t want to miss! Free Admission 08:30 AM – 11:00 PM at Chiang Mai Provincial Government Center (82nd Anniversary Park – Chiang Mai PAO) Google Maps : https://inlnk.co/sMYOF Come experience a magical moment surrounded by colorful flowers and stunning light displays. See you soon https://www.facebook.com/
December 1 until 28 February 2026 FIVE VISIONS -ONE VOICE exhibition at Cafe de Oasis & Toby’s Pizza – Join us for a new group of exhibition that unites five Chiang Mai artists through painting, sculpture and design. Each work reflects their shared landscape-stories of every life, memory and introspection. Artists: Apple Sunantha /Malee Devakul Na Ayudhya / Nai Glinhom / Panita Inthasan / Serm Wacharin From 30 November 2025 until 28 February 2026 Venue: Cafe de Oasis & Toby’s Pizza131/25 Chang Phueak Phone: 053 920191 Line: @cafedeoasis https://www.chiangmaicitylife.
December 1 – 7 The 7th Chiang Mai Street Jazz Festival is a celebration where the line between artist and audience blurs, and we all become part of a grand orchestra named “Chiang Mai.” We invite you to be part of an experience where the entire city rises to play jazz together. From December 1-4, with street jazz performances in the old town; December 5-6, 2025, with mini-concerts at leading jazz bars across the city: Moment’s Notice Jazz Club, The Mellowship Jazz Club, Mahoree City of Music, Karmar Community Space, and The North Gate Jazz Co-op; and on December 7, 2025, the main stage event at the Old Chiang Mai Cultural Center. Come, let’s play our city’s song, loud and clear. https://www.facebook.com/
December 1- 6 Chiang Mai Street Jazz Festival at Moment’s Notice Jazz Club: Monday 1 Dec: 7.45pm Joshua Lebofsky Trio / 9.30 Sunder Feat. Rasmee / 11pm 3D // Tuesday 2 Dec: 7.45pm Juji / 9.30pm Abandoned Town / 11pm Binhla Jazz // Wednesday 3 Dec: 7.45 Broccoli Blossom / 9.30pm ATM Trio feat. Roy Rosenberg / 11pm ASAP // Thursday 4 Dec: 7.45pm Sugar Bomb / 9.30pm The New Message / 11pm Abandoned Town // Friday 5 Dec 7.45 JZB / 9.30pm MNJB & Mon CHER / 11pm New Stram Brass Band // Saturday 6 Dec: 7.45pm CM Saxtet / 9.30pm MMJB & Ploy Pachara / 11pm Groovy Doopy X Rachel – for reservation or further notice 063-672-2212 or 091-192-0999
December 1 – 6 Jazz Street Festival at The Mellowship – Free entry – Monday 8pm Chiang Mai Big Band / 9.20pm Solar System / 10.40pm Project 4KT // Tuedsday 8pm Binlha Jazz / 9.20pm Dud Where’s my Car? / 10.40pm Sun Der // Wednesday 8pm JZB / 9.20pm Vertigong / 10.40pm Kalio & The Crew // Thursday 8pm Pato Quartet / 9.20pm Sugar Bomb / 10.45pm Ailia // Friday Closed private party // Saturday 8pm Sarawati / 9.20pm Possy Rose Carniel Trio / 10.40pm New Stream Brass band — Mellowship located on corner of Huay Kaew Road and Canal Road – call 053-908-888
December 1 – 10 Winter Festival 2025 at Meta Mall Chiang Mai – daily from 3pm onwards – The magic returns — brighter, grander, and more enchanting than ever. Immerse yourself in a wonderland of glowing lights and breathtaking landmarks, with countless picture-perfect corners waiting to be discovered. Explore over 100 curated booths featuring gourmet food, drinks, and handcrafted treasures. Enjoy fun-filled activities and live performances — making every night a magical memory for the whole family. For more information, call 081-919-4235 LineOA : @winterchiangmai
December 1 Wine Dinner at SEQU Wine Gallery Mae Rim – with Grifoll Declara x Blackbird – SEQU presents a French inspired evening paired with premium Spanish wines from Grifoll Declara and Blackbird. 6pm – Foie Gras • Wagyu Burgundy • Snow Fish • Dark Chocolate Mousse A 4 course wine dinner at 2,500 THB. Limited to only 25 seats!! Reserve your seats Tu 062-893-6465 Dawis 094-704-1555
December 1- 31 Festive Afternoon Tea at KAM Lobby Lounge InterContinental Chiang Mai The Mae Ping – 2pm until 5.30pm 1050 THB net per person includes 1 glass of Chandon Brut Sparkling Wine Discover more enchanting festive experiences at: https://chiangmai.
December 1- 5 Chef Ignocio from LUZ Bangkok at MAI Sky Bar – part of the Spanish Gastronomy Series – 5pm until 11.30pm – Celebrate MAI The Sky Bar’s 3rd Anniversary with the rich and vibrant flavors of Spain, curated by Chef Juan Ignacio Garcia Racionero of LUZ Bangkok Tapas Bar. Experience his signature Spanish creations in an inspiring culinary journey above Chiang Mai city. A la carte menu, Free entrance For more information and reservations LINE ID: maitheskybarcnx T: 052 090 600 E: maiskybar@meliachiangmai.com
December 1 – 31 Christmas Afternoon Tea at T Station, T Café and Pool Bar, Eastin Tan 11am until 4pm – Indulge in sweet festive delights all December long — the perfect afternoon treat for the season! Log Cake / Christmas Macaron / X’mas Pudding THB 399 net per set for 2 persons For more information or reservations: +66 52 001 999 rsvn@eastintanchiangmai.com
December 1 – 10 The 8th Chiang Mai Secret at One Nimman – Experience the charm of folk performances from all over the North. 1 day, 1 province, 1 local show with live music for 10 full days from Northern artists. Selected by Chiang Mai Original. More than 50 bands such as Juji, Sandusit, The Funkster, The Glossy, Boy Paco and many more! To give you music and endless joy. Satisfied with our kitchen, more than 100 cool menus from secret shops around the north. Both savory and sweet. Let you taste the “taste of the town in the north of our house”. Whether it’s tim.Nuar Ice Cream Lamphun, Kitsada Doi kitchen by school. Flora Creek, Chiangmai and Nan Nan. Chiangmai’s Northern Souvenir Grill, Drunk Cafe, Roti Pa De and many more. Call 052-080-900 or check out their face book page
December 1 Monday ‘s Pub Quiz at The Score Ratwithi Road – 8pm until 11pm minimum 2 people per team maximum 6 people – Free Entry – winners in every round – https://www.facebook.com/
December 1 – January 31 – “Grab a Gift – Happy Grab Year!” campaign at One Nimman – to add festive colors and an exciting shopping experience to the year-end season, in collaboration with artist Chubby Nida. The campaign will run from 1 December 2025 to 31 January 2026. The purpose of this campaign is to support Thai artists and introduce their work to both Thai and international audiences. • Exclusive T-shirt designed in collaboration with HERE, produced in limited quantities and available only on the launch day (for media and lucky participants). • A postcard coloring workshop with a signed postcard from the artist. • Free Token giveaway for media and selected guests to try the gift claw machine—experience the fun before anyone else! https://www.
December 1 – 30 “Festive Grill & Roast December 2025” at Shangri-La Chiang Mai: Monday through Thursday & Saturday THB 788 nett/person – Celebrate December with a warm, laid-back festive evening at Kad Kafé. Enjoy the lively aroma of the grill with favourites like seabass and marinated chicken, along with comforting roasts such as Honey-Roasted Ham all prepared fresh for you. A cosy dining experience for everyone. Friday Night Special THB 1,088 nett/person including Beef Wellington, Salt-Crusted Salmon, and New Zealand Beef Tenderloin from our enhanced Roast & Grill Stations crafted to start your weekend on a delicious, celebratory note. (Join us for festive evenings all December long except 24, 25 December) 6:30-10 p.m. | Kad Kafé Restaurant, Level 2 All children below 6 years old EAT FREE* Below 12, get 50% off (*Free kids for every adult buffet purchased) @ SHANGRI-LA CIRCLE members enjoy 10% discountFor more information and for reservations, please call (053) 253 888 or send an email to restaurants.slcm@shangri-la.
December 2 Hat Yai Needs Us! Live Music for Flood Relief @Paapu House. We invite Chiang Mai artists, music lovers and everyone in our community to come together and send love and support to the flood victims in Hat Yai District. All donations will go directly to Songklanagarind Hospital in Hat Yai to support essential needs for the relief efforts. Expect a lineup of wonderful artists joining hands for a good cause. Doors open at 4PM. Music starts from 4:30PM onwards. A donation box will be available at the event. Venue: Paapu House, 98 Chaiyaphoom Road (Northeast corner of the Moat), Chiang Mai Call: 098-3297835Thank you to everyone who has already contributed. Let’s stand together for Hat .
December 2 Opening of Fabric + Paint + Steel at Art Mai? Gallery Hotel, Soi 3, Nimmanhaeman, Chiang Mai exhibition on display from 2 December 2025 to 29 January 2026. A new exhibition of art quilts by Karen Sengel, paintings by Chris Ackerman and sculpture by Mark Sengel. Opening event 4-6pm on Tuesday 2nd. December for further details rsvns@artmaigalleryhotel.com
December 3 Same Same But Different Language Exchange at Fellowship Café – 6.30pm until 9pm- Fellowship has gathered all its creativity and love into making new original games for you all. You will get to meet new people and practice languages from all over the world So join us with your friends or come alone FREE ENTRY https://www.facebook.com/
December 3 Lifelong Learning Payap presents Open House: a Celebration of Lifelong Learning. Join us for a fun afternoon of socializing and eating refreshments on our outdoor patio, admiring and bidding on the photographs donated by the Chiang Mai Photographers, browsing at our used book sale, and enjoying entertainment by celebrated Lanna dancer Aj. Waewdao Srisook, and guitarist/singer Teh Kittikul. Wednesday, December 3 from 1 – 3 pm at the Lifelong Learning Payap Center, Kaew Nawarat Campus. This is a free event, but registration is appreciated at www.lllpayap.com
December 3 Read & Meet CNX at Kindred Studio Café Pong Noi https://maps.app.goo.gl/
December 3 – 7 Soi Dog Blues Schedule Wednesday, December 3 Blues & Folk: Unplugged 8:30 PM—Mr. Cat (Lanna Folk) 9:30 PM—Willie Salomon (Delta Blues) // Thursday, Dec 4 Indie Blues: Unplugged 8:30 PM—Austin Hughes (Indie Folk/Blues) 9:30 PM—Khun Fa (Blues/Rock) // Friday, Dec 5 Blues & Jazz Night 8:45 PM—Solar System (Contemporary Jazz) 9:50 PM—Dr. Ken’s Aquarium (Blues) // Saturday, Dec 6 Blues & Funk Night 9:30 PM—Hell Blues Boy (Blues)10:30 PM—Sativa Boy (Funky Blues) // Sunday, Dec 7 Blues Jam Night 9:00 PM Bring your own instrument (or use ours) and join the house band. Come early to register your spot. FREE ENTRY EVERY NIGHT – Contact: 088-416-6798 https://www.facebook.com/
December 3 TaiJi Quan Health and Martial Art at Buak Haad Public Park – 8.30am until 9.45am – Balance heaven and earth. Learn powerful ancient ideas combining grace power and relaxation. I will be teaching Wu style Taiji. I am an international gold medalist in China for Kung Fu and author of 5 books on energy, healing and TaiJi. This class is ideal for beginners and advanced students… the basics are powerful and profound. We will learn movements but focus on the basics too. We are in the park You don’t need a mat https://www.facebook.com/
December 3 Opening of Sci-Fi Ancient Civilization in Town at Meeting Room Art Café – Samlarn Road (opposite the Post Office) Solo exhibition by Amorn Sethitorn / Show Duration : 3 December 2025 – 3 January 2026 Opening Reception : Wednesday, 3 / December 2025 | 6 pm / Special Guest Artist : Sirimar Chumpon / Performance Opening : Duo Record & Yhaa | 6.30 pm / Curated by Juno’s Jungle & Buddho Studio Join us! All are very welcome. Thank you very much. https://www.facebook.com/
December 4 Insightful & Deep Connection Lunch at Reform Café Vegan Garden restaurant – 11.45am until 2.45pm – https://maps.app.goo.gl/
December 4 – 7 SEN2025 Sanggadee Exhibition in Nature: The Invisible Thread – 6pm – This is the 5th year of SEN – Sanggadee Exhibition in Nature. We believe each of us is a single thread. And when we come together, we weave a living fabric — full of stories, senses, and soul. This year, we invite you to reconnect with people, feelings, and creativity through: — Over 10 hands-on craft and art workshops — Art installations that engage sound, scent, touch, and storytelling — Music from different cultures — both old souls and new voices – Even our poster reflects this idea — simple, gentle, and deeply felt. It speaks not only to the eyes, but also to the hands and heart. Curious where this invisible thread might lead us? www.sanggadee.com
December 4 Idea to App Lab Thursdays! At 4seas – 6pm – Turn your ideas into real apps at the Idea to App Lab! This hands-on event is for anyone curious about AI and app building—especially if you’ve heard the hype but want action you can see. Appy Dave (David Cruwys), Chiang Mai’s very own coding powerhouse and AI educator, will show you LIVE how ideas become apps in under an hour. Dave is known for breaking down AI concepts for beginners and making coding feel accessible to everyone https://www.facebook.com/
December 4 Thursday Night Live @Paapu House! – Join us for good music, good food, good drinks — but most of all, for meeting up and sharing a night together. At 7:30PM — Robert Lee Fardoe A British musician & singer bringing a mix of originals across many genres. A warm, easy start to your Thursday… there’s something in his set for everyone. 9:00PM — Anna & Hasha. Our old friend Anna Nantawan Harris returns with her band! Pop, dance, variety, and some originals — let’s see if you can sit still for this one… 10:45PM — Baantuek SuperBoogie No introduction needed. Pure fun, pure energy. Expect singing, dancing, and a full-on party to close the night. Come early, grab your seat, and enjoy dinner from our café. Doors at 5pm. Free entry. Paapu House, 98 Chaiyaphoom Road (Northeast corner of the Moat). For details, visit their Facebook page or call 098-329-7835.
December 4 Art Club CNX at Free Bird Café – 5pm -8pm – Come reconnect with your inner child and spend an evening creating! Bring a project you’ve been working on, a general idea, or just yourself — with three hours set aside to make something beautiful. This is for anyone who: *Wants to work on their own art, but in the company of others. You’re welcome to sit quietly and focus, or chat while you stitch, paint, glue, cut, print, or collage. *Wants to explore different materials without the expense of buying them all, or for those traveling without their supplies. *Has always wanted to try making art but isn’t sure where to start. *Needs a change of scenery to feel inspired again. https://www.facebook.com/
December 4 F*ck the Small Talk #2 by EPIC Llama – 6pm until 9pm – FTST is a one-of-a-kind social experience where strangers come together for an afternoon of meaningful, fun, and deep conversation. It’s also just a different & cool way of meeting new people by getting a bit of your comfort zone and skipping the small talk!Join us for of games, talks, and connections with friends you haven’t met yet. Join if you get annoyed after being asked what you do, where you are from, and how long you have been in Chiang Mai every single time you meet someone. If you feel that there are better questions in life then this is the place for you https://luma.com/
December 4 – 7 The Horse and His Boy (C.S. Lewis) at Payap University The whole production is volunteer-run… Tickets are still available as well: https://www.ticketmelon.com/
December 4 Chang Cold Brew Free Flow at CNX Cigars Nimman Soi 11 – 7pm No strings or catches, come & enjoy 2 hours of FREE FLOW Chang Unpasteurized & Chang Cold Brew for just ฿500! https://www.facebook.com/
December 4: Chiang Mai Photographers/Chiang Mai Photographic Group(CMPG) meeting at the Payap Life Long Learning Center Time: 10:00-12 noon. This meeting will include sharing and discussing Celebration pictures taken by attendees. We will also look at some of the camera capabilities of the iPhone 17 Pro. Chiang Mai Photographers/CMPG is group dedicated to bring together individuals that share a passion for photography. Whether you’re a seasoned photographer or a beginner just starting out, our meetings will provide an engaging environment where you can learn, share tips and tricks and review each other’s work. Join the group Facebook page for more information and updates: www.facebook.com/groups/
December 5 FATHERS DAY – Bank Holiday – expect Government offices including Immigration to be closed – double check
December 5 December to Remember at L’éléphant Restaurant – A month carved into memory. Twelve years ago, we opened this door for the first time—quietly, simply. We didn’t know if anyone would walk in. We didn’t know how far this journey would go.But we hoped for just one thing: That everyone who came here would feel like they were dining at a friend’s home. Wine Dinner Celebration from 6pm – Tasting Menu 2,014 THB ++ Wine Pairing (4 glasses) 1,500 THB ++ call 097-970-8947 https://www.
December 5 – 11 NAP Nimman Soi 1 – Nimmanhaemin Art & Design Promenade Community – from 10am until 10pm – 25th Anniversary – NAP street fair has brought people together through craft, arts and music – many items you will not see any other place – call 065-626-2445 napcnx2025@gmail.com