Saturday Night Market
One Saturday-only street market so long that most people never make it to the far end.
Plan your visit
- Hours
- Sat 15:00–22:00
Haggle at Markets, Not Malls
Prices at market stalls are negotiable — start at 50–60% of the asking price and meet in the middle. Fixed-price shops and malls don't haggle. Smile and keep it friendly; aggressive bargaining is considered rude.
Details
Full opening hours
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Why go, and how to do it well
Saturdays only, 3pm to 10pm, and the street gets closed to traffic so the whole thing becomes one long pedestrian run of stalls. People who've walked it say they gave up halfway. That's the appeal and the catch. You can wander for hours, but you won't see all of it, so pick a direction and accept you're missing the other half.
The mix leans eclectic rather than artisan. Thrifted clothes, standard souvenirs, textiles, a handful of handicrafts, and food stalls in serious numbers. Prices are low. Quality varies, and one honest complaint from shoppers is that the food isn't always the freshest, with the Night Bazaar on other nights doing better on that front. Live music and dancing along the way make up for a fair bit of it. If you want the market as an evening out rather than a shopping mission, that's the version to go for.
Written by Mac Kiley · Updated Oct 2026
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Around here, on foot
Well-rated places within a short walk of Saturday Night Market, nearest first. Minutes are at an easy pace in the heat.
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Reviews from Google
Mind blowing!! Been to Canada/Vietnam/Korea/Japan/Singapore/Bangkok night markets, but Saturday Night Market in Chiang Rai is incredible. We biked 5 min from our homestay and parked one the road (unlocked). The local was super friendly (they dont speak English well but went above to help you). Plenty of food vendors and local goods. We actually just walked half of the market cuz it is way too big lol. Bought some food and Thai dessert and they were delicious.
Amazing market. You should definitely go if you are in Chiang Rai on a Saturday. There are stalls longer than you can see. You can walk up and down the stalls for many hours. And there are many unique stores both with food and things
It's a really large market with a mix of thrifted clothes, classic souvenir items, a few handicrafts, and a lot of food stalls. The food court was overcrowded with people, there was really not enough tables for the amount of people present. The food is quite cheap, but not the freshest or tastiest I've had in markets in Thailand. The food was honestly much better at the Night Bazaar that happens on other nights. I was a bit disappointed !
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WR5J+F86 สุขสถิต Tambon Wiang, Amphoe Mueang Chiang Rai, Chang Wat Chiang Rai 57000, Thailand
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Tips for Visiting Markets & Shopping
Arrive Early or Late
Vendors believe the first sale of the day is lucky — you'll often get a better deal if you arrive right when the market opens. Late in the evening, sellers may also discount to avoid packing unsold goods.
Claim Your VAT Refund
Spend 2,000+ THB at a single store displaying 'VAT Refund for Tourists' signs, get a yellow form at the register, and claim 7% VAT back at the airport. It adds up fast on bigger purchases.
Saturday Night Market: Frequently Asked Questions
Is Saturday Night Market worth visiting?
Saturday Night Market holds a 4.5★ rating from 433 Google reviews, placing it among the highest-rated markets & shopping in Chiang Rai.
What are the opening hours of Saturday Night Market?
Saturday Night Market is typically open 15:00–22:00 — see the full day-by-day schedule in the location info on this page. Hours can change on Thai public holidays, so check ahead for holiday visits.
When is the best time to visit Saturday Night Market?
The best months to visit Chiang Rai are November – February, with the most reliable weather. Crowds peak in December – February — going early in the day usually means fewer people. Months to think twice about: Mid-February – April (smoke & heat).
Where is Saturday Night Market located?
Saturday Night Market is at WR5J+F86 สุขสถิต Tambon Wiang, Amphoe Mueang Chiang Rai, Chang Wat Chiang Rai 57000, Thailand, in Chiang Rai. Getting around Chiang Rai: Grab (available in city center); Songthaews.
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