MuseArt Chiang Mai Festival 2026 Brings Four Days of Music, Art and Culture to Chiang Mai

December 10 - December 13

The inaugural MuseArt Chiang Mai Festival, taking place from 10th–13th December 2026, will bring together internationally acclaimed musicians, local artists and craftspeople for four days of music and culture.

The festival grew from a long-held ambition shared by Thai and expatriate residents to establish Chiang Mai as a cultural destination. It was developed by Dr Akkrawat ‘Paye’ Srinarong, former conductor of the Thai Youth Orchestra, and local volunteer Ian Bushell, following their establishment of Virtuoso Academy in Bangkok, which gives young musicians opportunities to learn and perform chamber music alongside leading performers.

Led by Dr Paye, the programme features film music at 137 Pillars House, chamber music at Shangri-La, an artisan fair and gala concert at InterContinental Chiang Mai The Mae Ping, and a free public concert at Wat Chedi Luang.

“Our ambition is to help Chiang Mai become a festival city, drawing inspiration from Montreux and Salzburg while celebrating its own cultural heritage,” says Ian. “We hope to give culturally curious visitors another reason to come, stay longer and return. In this first year, we have been greatly encouraged by support from TAT, our partner hotels, local businesses and the community.”

For the full programme and booking information, visit www.MuseArtCM.com.