Saturday, 14 February 2009

Cool event in Chiangmai ; Feb 2009.


Makha Bucha Day








Date: 9th February

Makha Bucha is the day when 1250 monks serendipitously came together to meet the Lord Buddha.



The 33rd Chiang Mai Flower Festival






Date: 6th- 8th February

Nong Buak Had Public Park, Nawarat Bridge and Tha Pae Gate

Flower exhibition and flower floating parades competition. The parades start at Nawarat Bridge to Nong Buak Had Public Park from 8 a.m. onward.


Strawberry Fair





Date: 13th - 15th February

Samoeng District
053 112740-1

Miss Strawberry contest, strawberry exhibition, shops with OTOP products and more including a parade on 14th February.


Baan Tawai Wood Carving Festival







Date: 6th - 8th February

Baan Tawai, Hang Dong
053 248604, 053 248707

Enjoy wood carving demonstrations, exhibitions, products fair, as well as cultural and traditional Lanna performances.


Chiang Mai International Health Promotion Meeting 2009







Date: 4th - 5th February

The Empress Convention Centre
053 224140 info@chiangmai-mice.com

Chiang Mai Province, Chiang Mai Office of Commercial Affairs and Chiang Mai Health Services Promotion Association will host this event titled,
'How to Live Longer & with Happiness'.


Kad Indy







Date: Every Saturday

Now - February
Central Airport Plaza
053 999199 ext 1308

Indy accessories and cultural performances, folk songs, fashion show, cosplay party, dancing contest and more every Saturday from 1 p.m. - 9 p.m.


Chiang Mai Music Festival 2009




Date: 6th -7th February

Chiang Mai City Arts & Cultural Centre and Ban Wangtan, Hang Dong

Two free public concerts of simply beautiful classical music by five young pianists from Korea & Japan, presented in co-operation with Yamaha. On 6th February, romantic piano solos at Chiang Mai City Arts & Cultural Centre at 7.30 p.m. and on the 7th at Ban Wangtan, Hang Dong, 7.30 p.m.





The 5th Junior IMPAC Dublin Literary Awards for Thailand 2008-2009







Date: 13th February

Citylife office
053 357428

The winner of the 5th Junior IMPAC Dublin Literary Awards for Thailand 2008-2009 will be announced. The winner of each region wins 10,000 baht each and two merit awards per region of 5,000 baht each, the overall national winner will win a trip for the author and one parent to Dublin where they will attend the senior international IMPAC Dublin Literary Awards ceremony. Judging by Pim Kemasingki, managing editor of Citylife Magazine, Bob Tilley, author and owner of Writers Wine Bar, and Wanaporn Buanamjued, deputy editor of Compass Magazine.


7 Wonders in Chiang Mai and Miss International Flora Paradise 2009


Date: 7-8 February

At Royal Flora Chiang Mai
visit : http://www.7wonderscm.com

Discover the charm and true beauty of the Lanna kingdom with 7 different wonder routes around Chiang Mai. The grand opening will be held 7th February at Royal Flora. The princess, Tunkramhom Ying Ubolratana Rajakanya Sirivadhana Phannavadi, will attend the opening ceremony. There are many activities including the competition for Miss International Flora Paradise 2009, which is open for international girls between 15-25 years old and at least 160 cm tall. Applications are available until 6th February.


NIS International Festival


Date: 12th February

NIS Campus, 5 p.m.
083 5786099, 053 110680 ext 101 studentcouncil@nis.ac.th

Nakornpayap International school's international festival. A chance to enjoy cuisine and games from more than 15 countries as well as performances and exhibitions all in one.


The 2nd Chiang Mai Gay Pride


Date: 15th and 21st February

Central Kad Suan Kaew, @Tawan Trendy Mall
081 5954994, 089 9508726
email: chiangmaipride@hotmail.com, mplus_msm@hotmail.com

The first of a series of events will take place on February 15 with a 'Fancy Condom Creation Contest' on the 3rd floor, of Central Kad Suan Kaew, 1 p.m. onwards. A parade on February 21st, starting 4 p.m. at the Buddha Satan parking lot on Thapae road, finishing at Tawan Trendy mall. See Chiang Mai gay pride, fashion show and much more.


Central Plaza Strawberry Sensation


Date: 5th - 11th February

G Junction X, Central Airport Plaza
Tel. 053 999199 ext 1300-8

This strawberry festival will take place at the G Junction X, Central Airport Plaza.


Love Fest: Love Memory Concert (Love at Pai)


Date: 14th February

Buralumpai Resort, Pai, Mae Hong Son,
visit: www.lovememoryconcert.hi5.com

The Three part concert; easy listening, disco and rock, will be held between 5.30 p.m. - 1 a.m. Tickets are 1,200 baht, available now till 14th February.


Narnia and the Celebration of Dara Academy's 130th Anniversary


Date: 6th February

Dara Academy
Tel.053 241039 ext 213

The entire production will be in English from 6 p.m. - 9 p.m. Admission is free and all are welcome.


Sunday Evening Jazz in the Park 2009

Date: Every Sunday evening (throughout February)

Srisangwal Building, College of Music, Payap University (Kaewnawarat Campus)

College of Music, Payap University presents Sunday evening jazz in the park. Every Sunday in January through February at 5 p.m. - 7 p.m. Admission Free!



Youth Dance Competition 2009

Date: 7th - 8th February

Central Kad Suan Kaew
Tel.053 260373, 053 306358 www.moreschool.net

Ballet and Jazz Club Chiang Mai in co-operation of PTT will organize this dance competition; free style dance, jazz and hip-hop. All different age groups. Go to www.moreschool.net and download the application form.


World Buffet at Le Crystal Restaurant

Date: Every last Saturday till September 6.30 p.m. -10 p.m.

Le Crystal Restaurant
Tel.053 872 890 - 1
email: reservation@lecrystalrestaurant.com

Menu highlight: foie gras and fresh oysters from France, Australian beef, BBQ seafood, salad bar, pasta station, soup station, Thai food, Japanese sushi bar, flamb? and dessert station including coffee or tea. 999 baht per person. 50% discount for children under 12 years of age.


Sunday Buffet Brunch

Date: Every Sunday till September 11.30 a.m. - 3 p.m.

At The Steak House
Tel. 053 224123

Buffet highlight: salad bar, pasta station, soup station, BBQ pork spar ribs, Australian beef, German sausage, sushi bar, Thai food, ice cream and dessert station and much more. 399 net per person including unlimited soft drink and smoothes. 50% off for children under 12 years of age.


Special Promotion for Graduates

Date: Now - 28th February

At Rati Lanna Riverside Spa Resort
Tel.053 999333

70% discount on accommodation, 20% discount at Mira terrace for new graduates. Only 599 baht person at the Rio Bar, 350 baht for banquet at the restaurant, plus much more. Contact saowaluck.c@ratilannachiangmai.com, tatika.p@ratilannachiangmai.com.



The Night of Love

Date: 14th February, 7 p.m. - 10 p.m.

The Imperial Mae Ping Hotel
Tel.053 283900 ext 7217
www.imperialmaeping.com

Romantic set dinner including 'Endless love' cocktail and a red rose is 900, a bottle of house wine is 1,700, plus an overnight stay in a suite with room service breakfast, with a bottle of wine and a red rose is 4,444.


Special Promotion from Major Cineplex


Date: Now - 10th February

Major Cineplex, Central Airport Plaza
084 4391322

Buy 2 tickets to the cinema and receive coupons to compete for a Ford Escape XLT valued at 1.31 million baht.



Valentine's Romance

Date: 14th February, 6.30 p.m. - 10 p.m.

La Gritta, Amari Rincome Hotel
Tel.053 221130 ext 454, 560 email:ab@rincome.amari.com

Executive Chef Stefan Frenzel has created a special Valentine's dinner for you and your special someone. Only 1,495 Baht net per couple, including two glasses of champagne.


Valentine's with dusitD2







Date: 10th-17th February

dusitD2 Chiang Mai
053 999999

dusitD2 Chiang Mai is offering a special package for all lovers to celebrate the most romantic time of the year at the delightful world of dusitD2. The "2gether" package includes a 2-night stay in a studio suite @ THB 14,999++ valid from 10 - 17 February 2009.


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