The 49th Chiang Mai Flower Festival is coming back in all its floral glory to Nong Buak Hard Public Park from February 13th – 15th, 2026. The event, themed “Royal Blossoms Glorifying the Skies, Timeless Beauty of Nakhon Ping,” showcases the region’s rich floral heritage and supports Chiang Mai’s status as a World Festival and Event City.

Please note, this event is not to be confused with the similarly titled, “Charming Chiang Mai Flower Festival,” which wrapped up towards the beginning of January.

Chiang Mai Flower Festival highlights

February, a peak time for seasonal blossoms, draws a significant number of visitors, eager to experience the city’s lush floral displays and boosting local economic activity substantially.

The Chiang Mai Flower Festival begins with an elaborate Opening Ceremony and Floral Float Parade on February 14th, starting at the Nawarat Bridge, featuring 25 elaborately decorated floats. These displays celebrate the cultural and botanical richness of the region.

Nong Buak Hard Public Park will be transformed into a floral wonderland, displaying over a million flowers from more than 100 tropical and temperate plant species. In the past, the park has featured interactive installations such as a night-illuminated flower garden, a laser tunnel, and glow-in-the-dark body painting activities, all designed to create a memorable visitor experience. 

In addition, the festival will include performances, craft exhibitions, and stalls selling traditional Thai products, further enriching the cultural tapestry of the event. There are also plenty of other activities to engage visitors, like floral arrangement workshops, sustainable & organic gardening seminars, landscape design sessions, flower photography workshops, and talks on plant biodiversity, conservation, and natural pest management techniques suited to Northern Thailand’s climate.

The festival grounds will remain open until midnight, allowing visitors to enjoy the illuminated displays after dark, thereby accommodating more attendees and enhancing their festival experience. This extended access ensures that all guests have ample opportunity to engage with the festival’s many attractions at their convenience. For more information, please follow festival updates on its official Facebook Page, TAT Chiang Mai’s Facebook Page, and TAT Chiang Mai’s Instagram account.

A commitment to cultural and economic growth

Now in its 49th year, this festival stands out as Thailand’s sole event featuring floral floats. It celebrates the city’s allure through displays of flowers, ornamental plants, and local cultural elements like traditional textiles and unique crafts.

Beyond the immediate spectacle, the Chiang Mai Flower Festival serves as a reflection of the city’s ongoing commitment to cultural preservation and innovation in tourism. Through this event, Chiang Mai continues to celebrate and share its cultural heritage with a global audience, showcasing the horticultural skills of local farmers and the artistic endeavors of its citizens. The festival enhances Chiang Mai’s cultural offerings and also contributes to its economic vitality, attracting tourists and locals alike to partake in this annual celebration of beauty and community.

As Chiang Mai continues to draw international attention with its vibrant cultural events, the Flower Festival stands out as a highlight, promising visitors a unique blend of natural beauty and cultural exhibition. This event is an essential part of Chiang Mai’s strategy to remain a leading destination for cultural tourism, further establishing its status as the “Rose of the North.” strategy to remain a leading destination for cultural tourism, further establishing its status as the “Rose of the North.”