Chiang Mai News & Events

Planning your Chiang Mai trip? Whether you’re looking for things to do in Chiang Mai such as events and attractions, to make your Chiang Mai visit run smoothly or are planning where to stay in Chiang Mai, you’ll find everything you need for your Chiang Mai holiday on Whats On in Chiang Mai.com. Our What’s On Chiang Mai guide has the latest events not to miss while you visit Chiang Mai – there’s always something going on, so don’t miss out on the latest exhibitions, shows and more on your trip to Chiang Mai by checking out our News and Events Calendar page. The events calendar is always packed with arts festivals, live music, exhibitions, blockbuster theatre shows, sport and activities for family and kids.​

Local Chiang Mai News and Events

Unfair pricing: Chiang Mai shooting game stall shut down (video)

A shooting game stall at the Chiang Mai Winter Fair has been permanently closed following complaints of misleading pricing. A Facebook user recounted an experience where a price misunderstanding led to demands for an inflated payment of 1,200 baht. The event organisers have intervened and ended the stall’s operations. The incident began when Benjawan, a …
The story Unfair pricing: Chiang Mai shooting game stall shut down (video) as seen on Thaiger News. Chiang Mai News | Thaiger…


Chiang Mai soldiers seize 300,000 meth pills after shootout

Soldiers in Chiang Mai‘s Fang district intercepted a significant drug smuggling operation early yesterday morning, December 21, confiscating 300,000 methamphetamine pills left behind by fleeing suspects. The incident unfolded when two military patrols from the Chaiyanuparb special unit encountered three or four men carrying rucksacks near an orange grove in tambon Monpin at approximately 3am. …
The story Chiang Mai soldiers seize 300,000 meth pills after shootout as seen on Thaiger News. Chiang Mai News | Thaiger…


Cyber police raid Chiang Mai resort, bust illegal call centre

Cyber police and the National Broadcasting and Telecommunications Commission (NBTC) carried out a raid on a luxurious resort in Chiang Mai, uncovering a Chinese gang operating an illegal call centre targeting Thai victims. The operation, which involved over 20 officers, took place yesterday afternoon, leading to the arrest of several individuals and the seizure of …
The story Cyber police raid Chiang Mai resort, bust illegal call centre as seen on Thaiger News. Chiang Mai News | Thaiger…


Chiang Mai’s Doi Inthanon draws tourists with frosty scenic views

Cold temperatures on Doi Inthanon in Chiang Mai have attracted tourists eager to experience the chill and witness the stunning frost formations on grass and wildflowers. As of today, the temperature on the summit dropped to 9°C, creating a picturesque scene that drew many visitors to the national park. There is great anticipation for the …
The story Chiang Mai’s Doi Inthanon draws tourists with frosty scenic views as seen on Thaiger News. Chiang Mai News | Thaiger…


Eastar Jet resumes daily flights to Chiang Mai in December

South Korea’s budget airline, Eastar Jet, is bringing back its daily flights to Chiang Mai after a pandemic-induced hiatus. The airline confirmed that from December 19, it will resume the Busan-Chiang Mai route, offering travellers a convenient link between two major cities known for their tourism and event-hosting prowess. Using a Boeing 737-800, with a …
The story Eastar Jet resumes daily flights to Chiang Mai in December as seen on Thaiger News. Chiang Mai News | Thaiger…


1 2 3 7

The Thaiger Chiang Mai News

  • Brrr-illiant care: Chiang Mai Zoo keeps animals cozy at 10°c
    by Puntid Tantivangphaisal on January 14, 2025 at 5:49 pm

    As temperatures in Chiang Mai drop to a chilly 10 degrees Celsius (°C), Chiang Mai Zoo is stepping up to ensure its animals stay warm and healthy. Located at the foot of a mountain, the zoo faces sharp nighttime and early-morning temperature dips, prompting a range of protective measures for its residents. Zoo director Wutthichai … The story Brrr-illiant care: Chiang Mai Zoo keeps animals cozy at 10°c as seen on Thaiger News.

  • Unfair pricing: Chiang Mai shooting game stall shut down (video)
    by Puntid Tantivangphaisal on January 10, 2025 at 10:28 am

    A shooting game stall at the Chiang Mai Winter Fair has been permanently closed following complaints of misleading pricing. A Facebook user recounted an experience where a price misunderstanding led to demands for an inflated payment of 1,200 baht. The event organisers have intervened and ended the stall’s operations. The incident began when Benjawan, a … The story Unfair pricing: Chiang Mai shooting game stall shut down (video) as seen on Thaiger News.

  • American tourist crashes dirt bike in Chiang Mai, kills local woman
    by Puntid Tantivangphaisal on January 3, 2025 at 9:51 am

    An American tourist riding a dirt bike collided with a Thai woman, tragically resulting in her death while she was crossing a road in Chiang Mai. Overwhelmed with remorse, the tourist knelt and apologised to the deceased’s family. Officers from Mae On Police Station in Chiang Mai were alerted to an accident involving a dirt … The story American tourist crashes dirt bike in Chiang Mai, kills local woman as seen on Thaiger News.

  • Tourist halted from releasing sky lantern in Chiang Mai (video)
    by Bright Choomanee on January 1, 2025 at 1:31 pm

    A Japanese tourist caused a commotion after being stopped from releasing a sky lantern in Chiang Mai. The incident, which occurred yesterday, December 31, at 9.40am, saw the tourist grabbing the collar of a police officer after being prevented from releasing the lantern during new year celebrations. Despite the altercation, the officer, a member of … The story Tourist halted from releasing sky lantern in Chiang Mai (video) as seen on Thaiger News.