MuseArt Chiang Mai Festival 2026

10–13 December 2026

MuseArt Chiang Mai Festival 2026

Four Days of Extraordinary Music, Art and Cultural Experiences in Chiang Mai

Join us for the inaugural MuseArt Chiang Mai Festival, bringing together internationally acclaimed musicians, outstanding Thai artists and the local community for four days of memorable performances in some of Chiang Mai’s most beautiful settings.

Featuring classical, film, contemporary and cross-cultural music, the Festival offers a distinctive celebration of artistic excellence, creativity and cultural exchange.

Supported by the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT), Rimping Supermarkets and other local partners, MuseArt Chiang Mai aims to become an annual highlight of the city’s cultural calendar.

Festival Programme

Thursday

10

December

  • Opening Live Film Music Extravaganza

  • 5:30–6:30pm: Registration and Cocktail Reception
  • 6:30–7:45pm: Concert

An enchanting opening evening celebrating the magic of film music, performed live by outstanding international and Thai musicians in the elegant surroundings of 137 Pillars House. Guests will enjoy a welcoming cocktail reception before the performance.

Friday

11

December

  • Chamber Concert
  • 5:30–6:30pm: Registration and Cocktail Reception
  • 6:30–7:45pm: Concert

An intimate evening of exceptional chamber music, featuring distinguished international and Thai musicians performing a varied and engaging programme. The evening begins with a cocktail reception before the concert.

Saturday

12

December

  • Rimping Artisan Fair & Gala Concert

  • 10:30 am–6:00 pm – Rimping Artisan Fair (Free entrance)

  • 6:30–8:30pm: Gala Concert

Rimping Artisan Fair

Explore a lively celebration of Chiang Mai’s creative community, featuring local artisans, crafts, design and distinctive regional products in the hotel’s beautiful outdoor setting. Free entrance.

Evening Gala Concert

The Festival’s Gala Concert brings together outstanding musicians for a memorable evening of music and hospitality in the elegant InterContinental Ballroom.

Guests may choose between two experiences:

  • Gala Dinner & Concert: A four-course dinner with reserved table seating, accompanied by the Gala Concert.
  • Cocktails & Canapés Concert: An elegant concert experience with cocktails, canapés and flexible table seating.

Both options enjoy the same live concert simultaneously in the ballroom.

Sunday

13

December

  • Free Public Concert

The Festival concludes with a special free public concert, bringing music to the wider Chiang Mai community in a memorable historic setting.

An opportunity for residents and visitors alike to enjoy an uplifting celebration of music and culture.

Festival Repertoire

10 December

performed by R2 (Rhys Watkins and Rowena Calvert)

Summer’ from The Four Seasons – Vivaldi/Richter

Duel of the Fates – John Williams

Spider-Man 2 – Danny Elfman

Schindler’s List – John Williams

Witches of Eastwick – John Williams

Pirates of the Caribbean – Klaus Badelt

Mission Impossible – Lalo Schrifrin

11 December

performed by Dr. Akkrawat “Paye” Srinarong, Rhys Watkins, Tasana Nagavajara, Jonas Dept

Puccini: Crisantemi — in memory of Her Majesty the Queen Mother
String quartet

Mozart: Divertimento in F major, K. 138
String quartet

Sekstur from Vendsyssel / Peat Dance, arr. Danish String quartet

Shostakovich: Five Pieces
Two violins and piano

Bartók: Romanian Folk Dances
Violin and piano

Monti: Csárdás
Violin and piano

Shine You No More — Danish String Quartet
String quartet

12 December

performed by Dr. Akkrawat “Paye” Srinarong, Rhys Watkins, Tasana Nagavajara, Jonas Dept, Nutt Kasemsant and the Lahu Choir

Opening by Lahu Choir

Spring (mvt 1) from Vivaldi’s Four Seasons arr. Martelli String Quartet

Milhaud- Trio for Clarinet, Violin and Piano

K. Jenkins – Palladio
String Quartet

Bosse Nordin’s Schottis
String Quartet

Lovreglio – Fantasia da Concerto – 11’ opera arrangement for Clarinet and Piano

Massenet- Meditation from Thaïs for Violin and Piano

Piazzolla- Libertango( Ensemble)

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MuseArt Chiang Mai Team

MuseArt is led by respected musicians, educators, cultural leaders and community advocates, headed by Dr Akkrawat “Paye” Srinarong — violinist, educator, Co-Founder of Virtuoso Academy and former Conductor of the Thai National Youth Orchestra.

Dr. Akkrawat “Paye” Srinarong
Festival Director
Violinist, conductor,
co-founder Virtuoso Academy

Asst. Prof. Dr. Tasana Nagavajara
Music Advisor
Violinist, conductor, Pro Musica Quartet

Jonas Jan Dept
Music Director
Belgian pianist and conductor,
based in Chiang Mai

Nutt Kasemsant
Music Advisor
Clarinettist

Rhys Watkins and Rowen Calvert
Violin and Cello

Festival Supporters

  • Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT)
  • Rimping Supermarkets
  • Our valued sponsors, hospitality partners and Friends of MuseArt

We welcome individuals and organisations interested in supporting the Festival and helping establish an enduring cultural tradition for Chiang Mai.

Our Vision

MuseArt Chiang Mai is an international cultural initiative dedicated to bringing exceptional music and artistic experiences to Northern Thailand.

Through collaborations with leading Thai and international musicians, cultural organisations, local businesses and community partners, MuseArt seeks to strengthen Chiang Mai’s reputation as a vibrant destination for music, art and cultural tourism.

The MuseArt Chiang Mai Festival is intended to become an annual feature of the city’s cultural calendar, celebrating artistic excellence while creating lasting opportunities for cultural exchange and community participation.

MuseArt Chiang Mai Festival Venues

137 Pillars House Chiang Mai

Seating Plan

Shangri-La Chiang Mai Hotel

Seating Plan

InterContinental Chiang Mai the Mae Ping by IHG

Seating Plan

Tickets

Thursday 10 December Friday 11 December Saturday 12 December Sunday 13 December
Venue 137 Pillars House Chiang Mai Shangri-La Chiang Mai Hotel InterContinental Chiang Mai the Mae Ping by IHG A memorable historic setting
Schedule Opening Live Film Music Extravaganza

  • 5:30–6:30pm: Registration and Cocktail Reception
  • 6:30–7:45pm: Concert
 Chamber Concert

  • 5:30–6:30pm: Registration and Cocktail Reception
  • 6:30–7:45pm: Concert
 Rimping Artisan Fair & Gala Concert

  • 10:30 am–6:00 pm – Rimping Artisan Fair (Free entrance)
  • 6:30–8:30pm: Gala Concert
 Free Public Concert
Ticket Prices
  • Premium – 3,500 THB
  • Standard – 3,000 THB
  • Student – 1,000 THB (Student ID required)
  • Premium – 3,500 THB
  • Standard – 3,000 THB
  • Student – 1,000 THB (Student ID required)
  • Gala Dinner – 4,000 THB
  • Cocktails & Canapés – 3,000 THB
  • Free

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