A popular local festival in Chiang Mai, Yi Peng Lantern Festival is northern Thailand's take on Loi Krathong celebrations. A unique traditional practice of Chiang Mai inhabitants, the Yi Peng Lantern Festival features various shows and competitions.
Yi Peng refers to full moon night of the 12th lunar month. The Yi Peng Lantern Festival, commonly known as Festival of Lights, is annually organized by the Chiang Mai Municipality.