Nationwide

Jan 1

To welcome in the New Year, a range of uniquely Thai traditional and cultural festivities that begin with early morning Buddhist merit making, and afternoon and evening folk entertainment are conducted in various parts of the country.

Chiang Mai

Jan 18-20

Almost everyone in the small village of Bo Sang, near Chiang Mai derives a livelihood from making gaily painted paper umbrellas. This fair, held on the main street, celebrates their traditional skills and features contests, exhibitions, stalls selling umbrellas and other handicrafts, and a Miss Bo Sang pageant.