If you're missing Chiang Mai Design Week (www.chiangmaidesignweek.com) this Dec 3-11, another reason to head north soon is the second annual Galleries Night Chiang Mai (www.fb.com/galleriesnightcm).

Taking place on Jan 27-28, the event will see 24 venues across town host special exhibitions, talks and workshops late into the night.

On Jan 27 it’s the turn of galleries in the Old Town and eastern side of the city, like Baan Tuek Art Center, while on Jan 28 the party will shift to Nimmanhaemin and Wat Umong roads, home to art strongholds like Gallery Seescape and Baan Khang Wat art village.

If you’re looking for a place to stay, check into the art-themed Art Mai Gallery Hotel (www.artmaigalleryhotel.com), which is part of the event. Room rates start B4,717. 

See also: The people and galleries behind Chiang Mai's flourishing art scene