DARK SKY STAR PARTY 2026

Chiang Dao Lights Out, Stars On – Geminid Meteor Shower Night

The National Astronomical Research Institute of Thailand (NARIT), in collaboration with the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) and Chiang Dao District, invites you to celebrate the end of the year under the stars at DARK SKY STAR PARTY 2026: “Chiang Dao Lights Out, Stars On – Geminid Meteor Shower Night” on Sunday, 13 December 2026, from 5:00 PM to 11:00 PM, at Chiang Dao Farmstay, Chiang Dao District, Chiang Mai.

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Date

Sunday, 13 December 2026

Time

5:00 PM - 11:00 PM

Venue

Chiang Dao Farmstay, Chiang Dao District, Chiang Mai, Thailand

Register

To be announced.

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Visitor Guidelines

  • Bring your own stargazing essentials, such as a picnic mat, folding chair, blanket, and pillow, for a comfortable meteor shower viewing experience.
  • Bring warm clothing and rain gear, as the event takes place in a natural setting where nighttime temperatures can be chilly.
  • Wear comfortable shoes suitable for walking and outdoor activities.
  • Enjoy the meteor shower with the naked eye. No telescope is needed! For the best viewing experience, lie back or recline in an open area with a wide view of the night sky.
  • Minimize light pollution. Avoid using camera flashes and white-light flashlights. If a flashlight is necessary, please use a red light to preserve night vision and avoid disturbing other visitors.
  • Food and drinks are welcome. Visitors may bring their own refreshments or explore “Kad Sum Mued,” a local community market offering food, beverages, and locally made products. Cooking is not permitted within the event area.
  • No alcohol, smoking, vaping, or cannabis use. Bringing or consuming alcoholic beverages, smoking, using e-cigarettes, and consuming cannabis are strictly prohibited throughout the event area.
  • Keep the area clean and protect the environment. Please separate your waste and dispose of it in the designated bins to help preserve Chiang Dao's natural surroundings.
  • Respect the peaceful, dark-sky environment. Help maintain a quiet atmosphere and minimize unnecessary lighting so everyone can fully enjoy stargazing while preserving Chiang Dao's beautiful dark skies.

Note: Parking arrangements and shuttle services are currently being coordinated. Further details will be announced soon.

Activities

Telescope Caravan

Explore Saturn’s magnificent rings, Jupiter’s cloud bands and moons, lunar craters, and fascinating deep-sky objects, including galaxies, star clusters, bright nebulae, and supernova remnants.

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Counting the meteor shower

Lie back and enjoy the Geminid meteor shower under the dark skies of Chiang Dao, the “City of Stars,” in the cool winter breeze. This year, the shower is expected to peak at approximately 150 meteors per hour under ideal conditions.

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Binocular & NAPA Star Map

learning to identify stars and constellations through the NARIT-developed NAPA Star Map application.

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Smartphone Astrophotography

Capture memorable photos of the Moon and Saturn through telescopes using your smartphone.

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Stellar Light Box

Experience a hands-on workshop where you create your own Stellar Light Box and learn about different constellations through illuminated designs.

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Zodiac Badge

Turn your rising sign into a pin that's uniquely yours!

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Glow in the Dark

Exploring the glowing Stars & Planets Zone with body-paint activities.

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Planet Garden

Capture memorable moments in the Solar System Balloon Garden.

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Night Sky Photography Workshop

Learn techniques for capturing stunning star-filled skies in Chiang Dao’s Dark Sky Conservation Area.

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Live Music Under the Stars

Relax and enjoy live music beneath the beautiful night sky.

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Star & Wellness

Unwind with relaxing massage sessions while enjoying the stars, cool winter breeze, and natural surroundings.

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Kad Sum Mued Local Market

Savor authentic local cuisine and explore unique products from the Chiang Dao community.

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Venue

Chiang Dao Farmstay, Chiang Dao District, Chiang Mai, Thailand
Map : https://maps.app.goo.gl/HvD4rM7bvVZNwimE8

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NARIT, in collaboration with Chiang Mai Province, Chiang Mai Provincial Administrative Organization, Chiang Mai Provincial Office of Tourism and Sports, Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) Chiang Mai Office, Chiang Dao Tourism Business Association, local authorities in Chiang Dao District, the Chiang Dao Dark Sky Conservation Network, and Nikon Sales (Thailand) Co., Ltd., aims to promote astrotourism and dark sky conservation under the “Chiang Dao Model.”

This initiative focuses on generating income for local communities while preserving the natural environment, positioning Chiang Dao as a model destination for sustainable astrotourism and supporting the vision of establishing Chiang Mai as Thailand’s Astronomy Capital.

 

Collaborations

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National Astronomical Research Institute of Thailand (Public Organization)