Sunday Night Market

"The Sunday Market, also known as the Walking Street Market, is a vibrant and lively event in the heart of Chiang Mai’s old walled city. Held every Sunday from 4 p.m. until midnight, the market stretches about 1 km along Ratchadamnoen Road, starting at the Tha Phae Gate. During market hours, the street is closed to traffic, providing a pedestrian-friendly space for both locals and tourists to browse, shop, and enjoy the lively atmosphere. Unlike the Night Bazaar, which is filled with mass-produced items, the Sunday Market showcases the art and craftsmanship of Northern Thailand. Many of the market’s vendors are local artisans, offering handmade goods that reflect the region’s traditional skills. Visitors will find a wide range of products, including beautifully crafted textiles, ceramics, jewelry, woodwork, and metalwork. The market is a great place to purchase unique and high-quality souvenirs, from silk scarves and handmade paper goods to wooden carvings and traditional Thai clothing. In addition to the handicrafts, the market offers a variety of food stalls where you can sample local delicacies. There are also plenty of cafes, restaurants, and bars where visitors can take a break and enjoy a meal or drink while watching the street performers. As the evening progresses, the market becomes even more vibrant with street entertainers, musicians, Thai dancers, puppeteers, and bands adding to the festive ambiance. For those looking for relaxation, there are also foot massage services available for a very reasonable price, with a 30-minute session costing around 70 THB. The market is also home to two notable temples: Wat Phan Tao, located on the main street, and the impressive Wat Chedi Luang down a side alley. Both temples are worth visiting, especially before dark when the buildings are beautifully illuminated. The Sunday Market is an essential experience for anyone visiting Chiang Mai, offering a perfect blend of local culture, craftsmanship, food, entertainment, and shopping in a lively, festive setting."

"This market is right outside the doors of the Buri Gallery House and only happens SUNDAY. We knew some markets are only on weekends, so this was part of the reason we went to Chiang Mai first instead of Phuket. This market had some of the most unique artisan crafts that we saw our whole time in Thaland. The street food here was also abundant. We never got sick and didn’t heard from any other travelers we met getting sick from Thailand’s street food. Some of my favorite food at the market was fresh mochi, Pad Thai, circular thick pancakes with Uber and chocolate fillings, spring rolls, and sushi."

"I prefer the Saturday Night Market to the Sunday Night Market (it's more crowded and walkway between the stalls are narrower). Also noticed that some of the vendors are there for both. I'd say you can visit here if you are bored on a Sunday evening and have no plans."