Social Events

Poster/Demo and Reception (Nov 9, 18.00-21.00)

The Welcome Reception is included for all registered participants. Posters and demonstrations will be at the same period of the Reception. Participants will be able to enjoy chatting with friends or technical discussing with exhibitors during the time.

Banquet (Nov 10, 19.00-21.00)

Participants registered with Banquet included will be given Banquet coupons. The elegant Banquet will be held at River House Chiang Mai restaurant located near the great Ping River. 'Kra Thong', a traditional floating vessel with a light candle to float over water, and 'Khom Loy', a lantern that is similar to a hot-air-balloon are for your favor during the Banquet time. Visit .

Loy Kra Thong Festival (Nov 10, Night)

Undoubtedly the biggest and most colorful festival of the year in Thailand is Loy Kratong or Yi Peng, as it is known in Chiang Mai and the north. It is held on the night of the full moon of the twelfth lunar month, which will be Nov 10 this year. It originated in Sukhothai and spread north and east. The other parts of Thailand celebrate this festival but nothing like in Chiang Mai. 'Loy' literally means 'to float' and 'Kratong' refers to the lotus-shape vessel that can float on water.