Various Artists Hi-Fi Thai Country 3D This album is the second in a series of compilations of contemporary Thai folk from the Baichasong Label, known for its high quality production and the strong musicianship of its session players. What’s particularly notable here is how different these songs sound from the scratchy folk recordings of the past and the current day renditions backed by karaoke-sty … Continued
The Department of Highways has issued advance notice to motorists using southern routes in Chiang Mai. The contractor for the Samoeng intersection overpass project will adjust traffic lane configurations and implement road diversions from 20th August 2026 onwards, continuing until the project is completed. The diversions are needed to support bridge construction work at the point where Highway 121 … Continued
On 16th July, Kerdkul Manasamphansakul, Director of the Chiang Mai Irrigation Project, revealed details of the province’s rainy season water management plan. Following directives from Chiang Mai Governor Rattapon Naradisorn to relevant agencies, particularly the Chiang Mai Irrigation Project under the Irrigation Office Region 1, dredging and waterway clearance operations have been underway, with w … Continued
A Chinese tourist at Paul Burger Chiang Mai’s Anusarn Night Bazaar branch found a novel way to express displeasure with queue etiquette: hurling his freshly made order to the floor and grinding it under his shoe, all because a Grab delivery happened to beat him to the counter. Staff had explained, in English, that the rider’s order simply came first — a concept that apparently did not survive tran … Continued
“Ink: Neo Lanna Dance” grew out of a grant from the Office of Contemporary Art and Culture (OCAC), part of the Ministry of Culture’s push to support performing arts and get more Thai work in front of international audiences. The project came in two parts. First was a workshop called “Lanna Movement: The Art of Fawn”, held on Saturday 4th July, giving participants a chance to get hands (and feet) i … Continued
Gaia Beats Festival, now firmly established as one of Chiang Mai’s favourite music events, will return to Sense Hot Spring Wellness & Spa in Mae On for its second camping edition, running from 22nd to 24th January 2027. The three-day gathering combines live music with arts and wellness programming, set around the natural hot springs roughly 30 minutes east of the city centre. Genres on offer s … Continued
Ezy Airlines is preparing to launch a new air service between Chiang Mai and Mae Hong Son, with initial flights scheduled to begin on 17th September 2026 and full operations from 1st October. The new route aims to improve connectivity between the two northern provinces while supporting tourism and regional economic activity. On 14th July, Ezy Airlines executive Thanee Tharapak and representatives … Continued
Chiang Mai Municipality has launched an initiative to transform the Chang Moi neighbourhood into a creative arts and culture zone, offering a designated space for street art. The move follows earlier complaints about unauthorised graffiti appearing on public walls in the old city, and the municipality has opted to channel that creative energy into a formal programme, inviting artists, young creati … Continued
Following reports circulating on social media of foreign tourists being overcharged by a karaoke bar in Chiang Mai, police expressed concern over the incident and ordered Muang Chiang Mai Police Station to expedite investigations and take decisive legal action against all parties involved, citing damage to Chiang Mai’s tourism reputation and the level of public attention the case had drawn. The in … Continued
Northern Region Kick-Off! Coke Cup U17 Northern Zone Gets Underway from 14–19 July 2026 Searching for the Top 2 Teams to Compete in the Thailand National Finals Get ready for football excitement! Coke® Cup U17 Thailand Football Championship 2026—Thailand’s biggest youth football tournament—is ready to ignite its Northern Regional rounds. This legendary competition is co-organized by the Football A … Continued
Sataporn Construction Chiang Mai has announced a major corporate rebrand, bringing its network of companies together under a single new name: Thapon Constructions Group. It’s the most significant change the company has made in its 18-year history, and comes with a fresh push for ISO 9001:2015 certified standards across the board as it eyes expansion into a nationwide home-building brand. Over near … Continued
