Chiang Mai Design Week

The Chiang Mai Design Week transforms this charming northern Thai City into a bustling creative and design hub.

The annual event is well-attended by many of the country’s most talented designers, artists, craftsmen, and entrepreneurs, who interact with attendees from all corners of the globe.

Chiang Mai Design Week 2023, Dates, Venue Locations & Program Times

The dates for the festival change each year, although they are typically held during the first 1-2 weeks in December. The event is organised by the Thailand Creative and Design Centre and was initially conceptualised to expose local artists to the international art scene by making it open to ex-pats and tourists.

What makes this festival so special is that almost any kind of art you’ve seen in Thailand is represented here. Hundreds of stalls by various designers and shops are showcasing fashion of all kinds, incredible jewellery, beautiful bags, furniture, and much more.

Join in as they proudly celebrate the 9th anniversary of Chiang Mai Design Week. This year, they warmly invite designers, thinkers, creatives, entrepreneurs, artists, homecoming individuals, and all creative enthusiasts to unite under the theme ‘TRANSFORMING LOCAL: Adapt / Enhance / Local / Grow.’

Let’s create a vibrant creative space where we connect and exchange fresh inspirations and ideas, enriching our local wisdom with newfound creative possibilities. Leveraging the power of the international creative industry network, we will elevate the quality of life for our community, revitalize the economy, and enhance market competitiveness.

Aside from stalls selling their artistic wares, the event also invites everyone to come and join their workshops, talks, dialogues, and other activities. There’s no better way to get to know the local community than by attending, as representatives from international organisations, architecture, graphic and fashion design, and other creative industries are in full force each year.

To navigate the labyrinth of stalls, use the event map produced by the Thailand Creative and Design Centre. This will help you find the stalls and boutiques that interest you the most while helping you discover new establishments.