July 2 USA Independence Day at Puravida Top Floor One Nimman (opposite building nearest to U Nimman Hotel – Costume Pre-Party  FREE ENTRY – 8pm until midnight - All Night Party Pong Challenge Gather your friends and see who has the best aim! Celebrate American-style with Buffalo Wings available all night!  8:00–9:00 PM Live Music – American Jazz Classics Featuring timeless hits by Frank Sinatra, Dean Martin, Nat King Cole, Tony Bennett  9:00–9:30 PM Buffalo Wings Eating Contest 9:30 PM onward DJ Nuphoria American party anthems, club classics, sing-alongs & dance hits. 11:00 PM | Best Dressed Costume Competition Dress as your own interpretation of America! Dress as your own interpretation of America! Cowboys  • Hollywood  • Las Vegas  • Elvis  • Route 66  • Baseball  • Statue of Liberty  • Uncle Sam • Superheroes  • Rock 'n' Roll  • Red, White & Blue —anything inspired by American culture is welcome!  Cash Prize for the most creative outfit! Reserve your table now. Contact us via social media or WhatsApp 0804388101.

July 2 Thursday Night Live @Paapu House. The perfect warm-up before Pai Jazz & Blues Festival 2026. For many musicians, music lovers, and friends, the road leads to Pai this weekend. But before the mountains, before the festival, before the long drive...Let's gather at Paapu House. 8PM: GYPSY LANNA, Django Reinhardt-style swing & bossa. A highly anticipated, magical set you won't want to miss! 9:30PM: BOOM BAND, first time at Paapu! Serving up 70s, 80s, Disco, Pop Rock, and pure dance floor energy. 10:45PM: THANAKON, from Chiang Mai Original, soulful, easy-listening. Guaranteed to leave you with a smile and a lighter heart. Come for the warmup, stay for the community. FREE EVENT. Doors & Dinner at 5PM. Happy Hour until 8! Find them at Paapu House (Northeast corner of the moat). More details on their facebook page or call 098-3297835.

July 2 Conscious Technologists Meetup#7 at Alt_PingRiver 4pm until 6pm - ​In this in-person session, we’ll: Cover the latest news in consciousness+tech / Connect with others who are integrating inner work, ancient wisdom, systems thinking, and emerging tech in their practice or business / Share real-world experiences from practitioners of Conscious Stack Design™ / Explore how to apply conscious stack principles to live projects and ventures / Discuss practical ways to navigate AI, tool overload, and cognitive tax with more coherence, not more noise or productivity porn / If you’re working with AI, building products, running communities, or simply sensing that “business as usual” no longer fits, this space is for you. https://luma.com/7iqlhs9x

July 2 Why Yes to Friction at Downtown Vegan Garden- 6.30pm until 8.30pm – Critical Thinking, Decision making, and the AI Trap - In a business landscape obsessed with making everything "frictionless," we are rapidly automating away the very cognitive struggle required to build true competence. If you are a business person driven to fulfill your dreams and build something that lasts, relying on fragile, easy answers will not get you there. 250 THB minimum order in restaurant - https://www.meetup.com/chiang-mai-professionals-expats-and-digital-nomads/events/315129858/

July 2 Finding Your Tribe at Spice Garden (Moon Muang Soi 5) 6pm until 8pm - Have you ever wondered why making friends as an adult feels so much harder than it used to? Many of us have moved to Chiang Mai in search of a fresh start—a new adventure, retirement, remote work, or simply a different way of life. Yet one of the biggest challenges isn't finding a place to live... it's finding your people. This evening is about more than networking. It's about building genuine friendships and creating a sense of belonging. https://www.meetup.com/th-th/beyond-small-talk-chiang-mai/events/315280256/

July 3: Friday Blues Night at Soi Dog Blues Bar 7-8PM PM: Happy Hour / 8:30 PM: Willie Salomon (Country & Delta Blues) / 9:50 PM: Dr. Ken & Friends (Soulful Blues) Dr. Ken and his band deliver classic blues and soul tunes with a funky, psychedelic twist. Expect upbeat jump blues, slow whiskey-soaked grooves, and a few Grateful Dead covers for good measure. “Willie Salomon is simply one of the best acoustic blues performers in the world,” according to TheCountryBlues.com. He’s a master of the spectrum—from Piedmont and Delta blues to country and ragtime—able to capture both the technical finesse and raw emotional depth of the greats. Enjoy close-up live performances from local musicians in a cozy cocktail blues bar. For further info call 088-416-6798 Location: https://maps.app.goo.gl/epNFVDJioW2N1MXn7

July 3 – 6 Contact Improvisation Technical Workshop – The Body Listens – at Rong Sa Dang Tha Phae Road, 2nd floor https://maps.app.goo.gl/ok3GjbvpLhG2QXgP9 This workshop explores principles that support greater freedom, spontaneity, and safety in improvisation. Each day builds upon the material of the previous one, gradually expanding our possibilities for movement and interaction. A special focus will be placed on the journey from falling to flying. Falling often arrives unexpectedly; together we will develop the skills to move confidently and safely within the unknown, finding stability inside instability. Registration +79855286680 WhatsApp https://www.facebook.com/events/994776996809250/

July 4 The Dukes Breakfast Buffet – 9.30am until 11.30am - ADULTS: 345 baht with reservation, 445 baht without reservation.  KIDS: only 195 baht Reserve via email at...  expatbreakfast@thedukes.co.th Or call us at Ruamchok... 053-240-550

July 4 Opening of Potent Mushroom Tea House, Sirimangkalajarn Soi 5 – Most mushroom supplements taste terrible. POTENT: is different. We carefully crafted our products to taste as good as wild honey. Delicious, sugar free and powerful enough to feel. Mushrooms never tasted so good. Opening on 4 July anytime between 9am and 4pm -  for reservations or further info 092-271-6571 https://potentfungi.com/

July 4 Salsa For Beginner (1a) at V Space 1pm until 2pm - Duration: 4 Week Course (1 class per week) Time: Saturday 1-2 PM V Space Chiang Mai @Huaykeaw Place (9 mins. walk from Maya Mall) What to expect - Introductory to Salsa Basic Steps, Moves - Introductory to Partner work Basic Steps, Moves - Introductory to Partnerwork Tools & Techniques - Logical & Biomechanic Instructional Hours Video Recording  Homework What to bring - Comfortable outfits & flat shoes - Outside drinks/snacks are welcome - RESERVATION IS REQUIRED*Minimum 8 Students to host the class Special Offer!  - Sign up for 8H Package at 3000 THB Rate Per Person 1600 THB for 4H Package https://www.jotform.com/form/240061248702447

July 4 Rock The Night at Fusion Village (located on Superhighway opposite of Bangkok Hospital) – featuring Live Performances – 8pm until 9pm Non of the Above / 9pm until 10pm Len T Baan / 10.30pm until 11.40pm Non of the Above – contact line https://lin.ee/tNtXZar 052 010 439 fusionvillage.hr@gmail.com https://www.facebook.com/Fusion.Village.Community.Hangout/

July 4 Stretch and Balance – Gentle Exercises for Better Mobility and Balance at LifeLong Learning Payap – 10am until 11.30am - Stretch & Balance for Seniors (6-Week Course) Improve your balance, flexibility, strength, mobility, and posture through gentle, safe exercises designed for seniors. This course also helps reduce fall risk and supports confident movement in daily life. Saturdays: 4, 11, 18, 25 July & 1, 8 August 2026 Time: 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM  Cost: 1,700 THB (6 sessions)  Group size: 10–20 participants https://www.lllpayap.com/event/stretch-and-balance-gentle-exercises-for-better-mobility-and-balance/2026-07-04/

July 4 – 8 "Melodies and Motifs in the Mountains" at Science and Technology Park (STeP), Chiang Mai University. 9 am–5 pm   "Melodies and Motifs in the Mountains: Traditional Music and Textiles of the Golden Triangle," a multimedia exhibit by Victoria Vorreiter featuring ethnic instruments and textiles, and vivid photographs and music of the people who create them, offers visitors an immersive experience that explores the ancestral sights, songs, stories, and spirits of this corner of the world.  Welcome!  For more information contact Victoria: CulturalCrossroadsAsia@gmail.com

July 4 Worldwide Obscurities at the Deaf Shop 7.30pm onwards – free entry - Have you ever heard a Turkish psych record at the correct volume. You have not. Not really. Not yet. Two men. Two record bags. Roughly four hundred tunes the rest of the world quietly forgot about. DJ I Lost My Keys and Oomboi Lauw have travelled far, dug deep, and come back with records that do not exist on any streaming service known to man. Global funk. Bollywood. Turkish psych. African disco. Latin grooves. All played loud, all on glorious vinyl, all in Triple Bass Hi-Fi Stereo Surround, a format so advanced it was briefly banned in three countries. https://www.facebook.com/events/1047801544256604/

July 4 Saturday Karaoke & Connect at Attika Studio – Unplug & Unwind: 6pm – 9pm Calling all Chiang Mai professionals, digital nomads, and expats! After a week of deep work, screen time, and standard networking, it’s time to unplug and let loose. Saturday Karaoke Night at Attika Studio is our weekly July gathering designed for you to drop the professional mask, embrace a little vulnerability, and connect with the community in a completely different way. https://www.meetup.com/chiang-mai-professionals-expats-and-digital-nomads/events/315281605/

July 4 Happy American Independence Day at CK Tiki – 6.30pm until 11.30pm - Enjoy a festive atmosphere, live music and special menu.  Free Entry Reserve your table : Direct message Tha Sala, Chiang Mai We look forward to seeing you! Google map : CK TIKI https://share.google/N3RvfruubMVbK45Oc https://www.facebook.com/events/2436523036849831/

July 4 & 5 Red & Hidden Parties CNX Collab – ONE Ticket TWO Venues RED x CaveCave– (double check the dates advert says 4 July is a friday) Saturday 4 July Dub • Deep • Hypnotic • Broken Techno Lineup 23:00 – 00:30 Rosy 00:30 – 02:00 Oneness  02:00 – 04:00 Ostblock // CaveCave (Included with your ticket) Ambient • Experimental • Bass • Breaks • IDM • Footwork Lineup 22:00 – 23:30 Rui 23:30 – 01:30 Spellbound  01:30 – 03:00 Oomboi Lauw Entry 200 THB100 THB (Students) Your ticket includes access to both RED & CaveCave. https://www.meetup.com/hidden-parties-chiang-mai/events/315423894/?

July 5 Trulli Wonderful Dinner at Why Not? Italian Restaurant – 6.30pm - an evening dedicated to Puglia, the sun-soaked heel of Italy. Our guest is Tenute Girolamo, a family winery in the Valle d'Itria, whose labels carry the ancient good-fortune symbols painted on the conical rooftops of Alberobello. Their wines have been earning serious recognition — including a 99-point Luca Maroni score for the Conte Giangirolamo Gold we'll be pouring. Four Puglian wines paired with four courses of Puglian cuisine — from Sgagliozze Baresi to Bombette — plus a Sparkling welcome and a Passito wine to close!  ฿2,100 per person · Early bird ฿1,800 if you book before 28 June Seats are limited and reservation is required. Reply to this email, message us on Line OA @whynot, or call +66 92 492 9238

July 5 Sunday Brunch at Skugga Vineyard – 10am until 4pm - Elevate your Sunday with an exclusive brunch at Skugga Vineyard. Experience a Sunday Brunch where premium quality meets limitless indulgence. For just 1,200+ THB per person, experience the deliciousness of unlimited small plates. Dive into a curated selection of over 20 exquisite dishes, specially crafted by our Vineyard Kitchen. Indulge in a full range of premium highlights, including fresh, seasonal oysters and top-grade steaks. For seafood lovers, our butter-poached lobster scramble is an absolute must-try. Elevate your afternoon with our free-flow wine option for just 795+ THB. Enjoy unlimited access to exquisite wines to complete your special meal. Eat 'til your heart is content. Reserve your table today! Sunday Brunch.  Reserve your table: Call: +66 81-146-2652 Line OA: @skuggavineyard Email: vineyard@skuggalife.com

July 5 Alt_Thrift&Give at Sanpakoi Market (Charoen Muang Road on the East side of the Ping River) 9am until 12 noon - Thrift & Give is a community-driven initiative by Alt_PingRiver, created to support society through meaningful sharing. Many of our residents are digital nomads who often have items they can no longer carry with them or have gently used belongings they are happy to donate. We collect these items and bring them to San Pa Khoi Market, our trusted local partner, where they are sold as part of a special community market. https://www.facebook.com/events/1628417288229946/

July 5 Sunday Jam Night at Soi Dog Blues Bar 7-8:30: Registration 8:30 PM: Jam Begins - For singers, musicians and music lovers alike. All levels and genres—not just blues—are welcome. Jam kicks off at 8:30 PM, but we recommend coming early to get your name on the list! Enjoy close-up live performances from local musicians in a cozy cocktail blues bar. For further info call 088-416-6798 Location: https://maps.app.goo.gl/epNFVDJioW2N1MXn7

July 5 The Art of Deeper Connection at Sacred Grounds CNX – a two-part immersive workshop exploring intimacy, authentic communication, emotional connection, boundaries, attachment styles, and the skills that help relationships thrive. Through guided exercises, reflection, discussion, and practical tools, you'll gain valuable insights into yourself and the way you relate to others. Two Consecutive Sundays - July 5, July 12 9:30 AM – 5:30 PM Early Bird: 3,900 THB (until June 15) Regular: 4,900 THB Spaces are limited. Send us a message to reserve your place: https://www.sacredgroundscnx.com/classes-and-events/the-art-of-deeper-connection-july-26

July 5 All You Can Eat Dim Sum Special at Han The Chinese Cuisine Chiang Mai Marriott Hotel exclusively featuring Peking Duck, Xiao Long Bao, Crispy Pork, and more.All-You-Can-Eat Dim Sum — Sunday Special12:00 - 15:00 hrs. Adult: THB 799++ / person Child: THB 400++ / person (Including complimentary ice cream, tea, drinking water, and a glass of soft drink) Reserve your table and see menu https://marriotth.tl/6187B6hRhR For more information: https://marriotth.tl/6189B6hRhT +66 (0) 53-253-666

July 7 Lifelong Learning Payap presents Bangkok Nightlife: Then and Now, an engaging talk exploring the history and evolution of Bangkok’s nightlife from the R&R era of the 1960s and 1970s to the city’s contemporary entertainment and music scenes. Join us on Tuesday, 7 July 2026, from 1:30 PM to 3:00 PM at the Lifelong Learning Payap Center, Kaew Nawarat Campus. Cost: 350 THB.  For details and registration, visit: www.lllpayap.com

July 7 Chiang Mai Photographers/Chiang Mai Photographic Group(CMPG) meeting at the Payap Life Long Learning Center Time: 10:00-12 noon.  This meeting will include sharing and discussing pictures featuring the Color Blue. Chiang Mai Photographers/CMPG is group dedicated to bring together individuals that share a passion for photography.  Whether you’re a seasoned photographer or a beginner just starting out, our meetings will provide an engaging environment where you can learn, share tips and tricks and review each other’s work.  Join the group Facebook page for more information and updates:  www.facebook.com/groups/chiangmaiphotographers. The cost is free.  Payap requests attendees register at www.lllpayap.com.

 July 10 Wine Tasting at The Bottle Club Chiang Mai – 6pm until 8pm – free flow with Roger Grifoll Declara (The Winemaker) from Priorat Spain – 6 wines 990 THB The Bottle Club https://maps.app.goo.gl/h2Vq65nJaYJNYGH66 Seats are limited. Reserve yours now! Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/thebottle.club/ Line OA : https://lin.ee/YW0D70N or @thebottleclub  Facebook : m.me/780752235127865

July 10 Circle Singing at Dojo Yoga & Pilates 7 -  9 pm - 250 baht -Looking for something unique to do on a Friday night? Join us for 2 hours of guided singing that's both energizing and relaxing. No experience needed, just bring your voice and curiosity. Dress comfortably. Drop-ins welcome, or pre-register by July 8 for discount (220 baht): https://forms.gle/R8BFxhSXjH2MScjs9 For more info, contact joanne@sonic-bloom.org

July 11 Mozart & Mendelssohn Eine Kline Nachtmusik Divertimento Octet Concert –6pm presented by Moonlight String Ensemble at Main Conference Hall, The 75th Anniversary Building, The Church of Christ Thailand – program: Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart Divertimento in D Major K, 136 / Eine Kline Nachtmusik Serenade No 13 in G Major K, 525 – Tickets 600 THB Adults / students 300 THB  - for tickets or further info 061-295-5500 or 082-694-3252

July 12 Buy Nothing Free Group at Free Bird Café – 12.30pm until 1.30pm - We meet the second Sunday of every month at Free Bird Cafe CNX, thrift store and donation center. Please come on time at 12:30 PM, and place your items around the room/or outside depending on weather, under the appropriate labels. Then, you just take whatever you want or need, no questions asked. The point of this meet up is to promote more sustainability, less waste, and a community that cares. No need to sign up or register, just click going, grab some things you’re not using, and your friends and come to Free Bird. https://www.facebook.com/events/1255372053339282/1255372056672615/

July 13 – 17 A 30 Hour Body Restore Intensive Yoga Course at Yoga Ananda Chaingmai Studio at Nimman (Hillside 3 Condo) – Study Time: 9.00-12.00 and 13.30-16.30 The curriculum for the 30 Hour of Body Restore Intensive Training course is great for all levels of yoga practitioner or yoga instructor can join and practice this course for deep stretching the body, relax your mind, recovery and find inner peace. For further details 081-884-0122 www.yogaananda.net

July 14 – 16 Indigo Harvest Workshop at Studio Naenna - Learn the process of transforming fresh green leaves into vibrant blue indigo pigment, followed by hands-on tie-dye techniques. Whether you are a craft enthusiast or a textile lover, this is a wonderful opportunity to learn, create, and have fun. Price: 3,000 THB per person Registration: Spaces are limited! Please book your spot early via email or telephone. Contact Us: Tel: 053-226-042, 085-695-4450 Email: st.naenna@gmail.com

July 14 & 16  Lifelong Learning Payap presents the Mirco Documentray Film Workshop,a hands-on opportunity to learn the fundamentals of documentary filmmaking from an independent filmmaker. Participants will gain practical experience creating a short self-portrait documentary, learning the basics of storytelling, filming, and editing while exploring how film can be used to capture and preserve personal stories. Join us on Tuesday, 14 July and Thursday, 16 July 2026, from 9:30 AM to noon at the Lifelong Learning Payap Center, Kaew Nawarat Campus. Cost: 750 THB. Registration required at www.lllpayap.com

July 17 Lifelong Learning Payap presents Lampang’s Commercial Heritage in the Early 20th Century: An Illustrated Talk. Discover how Lampang became one of Northern Thailand’s most important commercial centers through its trade networks, foreign communities, and unique architectural heritage. Through historical photographs and accounts from visitors and residents of the period, participants will gain insight into the city’s vibrant commercial and cultural life during the early twentieth century. Join us on Friday, 17 July 2026, from 10:30 AM to noon at the Lifelong Learning Payap Center, Kaew Nawarat Campus. Cost: 350 THB For more information and registration, visit www.lllpayap.com

July 18 & 19 Lifelong Learning Payap presents an Overnight Excursion to Explore Lampang’s Commercial Heritage. Travel by train to Lampang and discover the city’s rich architectural and commercial history through guided visits to historic homes, museums, teak houses, temples, and the old commercial district along Kad Kongta Walking Street. Led by Graham Jefcoate, this two-day excursion offers a unique opportunity to explore the people, places, and stories that shaped Lampang into one of Northern Thailand’s most important commercial centers in the early twentieth century. Cost: 5,600 THB (shared twin or double room)/ 6,000 THB (Single room).  Registration required at www.lllpayap.com

July 18 & 25 Bachata Beginner (1A) at V Space Chiang Mai – 2 Saturdays course from 2pm until 4pm - Step in! New to Latin Dance, no big deal. Check this out & secure your spot now! We can't wait to guide and bring you to this fun dance journey. Let's go!!! Why Bachata? Bachata is one of the world-famous dance forms that can be an international pass to meet new people or make new friends. *Minimum 8 Students to maintain the class quality Rate Per Person1600 THB for 4H Package Remark We kindly reserved no walk-in for this workshop for our students' benefits and everyone will receive attention during each class equally. Register via the link https://form.jotform.com/240061248702447

July 19 Fast Music Alliance 2026 at Yoda’s CNX Gallery - LANNA ROT Production presents The Gathering of speed kings! Prepared yourself for Nuclear Warfare // Siamese Nuclear Holocaust //Struggle Session // Multi Nations Powerviolence // Crapgum // Grindcore duo from BKK With Local's favourite Smellcorpses // Olex // Ricther Sunday, 19 July 2026 Venue: Yoda's CNX Gallery Time: 18:00 – late Ticket Presale: 25OTHB (Purchase DM, available until 18 July) At Door: 35OTHB  Under 20: 5OTHB (available only at door, bring your ID!) https://www.facebook.com/lannarot.production

July 21 Lifelong Learning Payap presents Aung San Suu Kyi: The Realities of Power in Burma’s Authoritarian Legacy, a thought-provoking presentation exploring Aung San Suu Kyi’s political philosophy, Burma’s authoritarian legacy, and the challenges of leadership and democratic change in contemporary Myanmar. Join us on Tuesday, 21 July 2026, from 10:00 AM to 11:30 AM at the Lifelong Learning Payap Center, Kaew Nawarat Campus. For details and registration, visit the event page. Cost: 350 THB. For more information and registration, visit www.lllpayap.com

July 21 Manifestation Lab with Cameron at CNX Cigars – 2pm until 5pm - Cameron, transformational coach and entrepreneur, is looking for willing subjects to help him road-test some new material. Over three to four hours, you will craft a personalised guided meditation built around a vivid snapshot of your dream, already real — something you can return to again and again to focus your imagination and bring whatever you want into your life. https://www.facebook.com/events/s/manifestation-lab-with-cameron/2883432858662855/

July 25 Lollipop at Studio 94 on Huay Kaew Road – 4pm until 9pm - An intersection of contemporary sound and movement. Lollipop is a monthly queer celebration designed as a living, immersive landscape where curated visual art installations and live performances converge with music. Taking place entirely inside our onsite 94 Gallery, each edition alters the environment to construct a distinct dialogue between local art, physical expression, and sonic experimentation. https://www.facebook.com/events/1027216830259425/1027216853592756/

July 26 Circle Singing at Dojo Yoga & Pilates 3 -  5 pm - 250 baht -Everyone is welcome - join us for singing in community. Every event is different, everything is improvised, everything is guided. Dress comfortably. Drop-ins welcome, or pre-register by July 24 for discount (220 baht): https://forms.gle/tszmkE3VYqYY5ZDA7 For more info, contact joanne@sonic-bloom.org

July 27 Lifelong Learning Payap presents Seconds Save Lives: Guarding Your Heart and Brain, an informative health talk focused on recognizing and responding to heart attacks and strokes. Participants will learn how to identify warning signs, understand risk factors, and take action during those critical first moments when timely intervention can save lives and reduce long-term disability. Join us on Monday, 27 July 2026, at the Lifelong Learning Payap Center, Kaew Nawarat Campus. For details and registration, visit the event page. FREE EVENT

July 28 H.M. King Maha Vajiralongkorn's Birthday – expect banks and government building including immigration to be closed

July 29 Asarn Bucha Day – Buddhist Day – expect expect banks and government building including immigration to be closed (if this happens there will be long queues at immigration for the whole week) This is also likely to be a ‘dry day’ no alcohol sales permitted except in top hotels that have exemptions – double check if you are arranging an event