InterContinental The Mae Ping In Chiang Mai Unveils Magical Yi Peng Festival This November

In the heart of Northern Thailand, Chiang Mai's InterContinental The Mae Ping prepares to illuminate the ancient city with the magical Yi Peng festival. Scheduled for November 5-6, this event promises a blend of reverence and radiant beauty.

Yi Peng, celebrated alongside the nationwide Loy Krathong, is deeply rooted in the Northern Lanna tradition. It's a time when the night sky is adorned with thousands of lanterns, each carrying wishes and symbolising the release of misfortune and the welcoming of new blessings.

The festival's significance is amplified in Chiang Mai, where temples are lit with candles and lanterns. Acts of merit towards Buddha are performed, and the city comes alive with traditional dances, music, and parades. The Ping River plays host to candlelit krathongs, floating downstream in honor of the water goddess.

Guests at the InterContinental Chiang Mai can begin their festival experience with the serene ritual of almsgiving. This early morning tradition involves monks in saffron robes collecting alms, instilling a sense of reflection and gratitude. Following this, guests get to explore Chiang Mai’s iconic temples, including the golden Wat Phra That Doi Suthep, the forest-hidden Wat Pha Lat, and the ancient Wat Umong.

The festival experience is enriched with a variety of activities. Guests can enjoy a rejuvenating session at The ii Spa, relax at KAM Pool Bar, or indulge in a seasonal afternoon tea at KAM Lobby Lounge. As dusk envelops the city, lanterns are released into the sky, each a glowing testament to hope and wishes.

The city's vibrant spirit is further showcased through hands-on activities, traditional crafts, and festive performances. The release of krathongs into rivers under the moonlit sky caps off the enchanting experience.

For those wishing to immerse themselves fully in the Yi Peng festival, InterContinental Chiang Mai offers the "Mindful Serenity Escape" package.

Available on November 5-6, this package includes a two-night stay, daily breakfast, a complimentary room upgrade, THB 2,000 hotel credit, a 90-minute signature massage, a complimentary cocktail at HONG's Sky Bar, a guided yoga session, and exclusive spa and restaurant discounts. Starting from THB9,900 for two, this package is valid through March 2026.

Interested travellers can contact the hotel via email at [email protected] or call +66 (0)52 090 998.