March events in Chiang Mai include;
Amazing Thailand Adventure Race – River Kwai, Kanchanaburi (06/03, starts 09:00);
Jazz in the Winter – Faculty of Fine Arts, Chiang Mai University (07/03, starts 18:00);
King’s Cup Elephant Polo Tournament – Anantara Resort Golden Triangle, 229 Moo 1, Chiang Saen, Chiang Rai (22-29/03, starts 09:00);
APIS Idol 2009-2010 – American Pacific International School, 158/1 Moo 3 Hangdong-Samoeng Road, Banpong (13-19/03, starts 17:00);
Mini Light & Sound Nopburi Sri Nakorn Ping Chiang Mai – Chiang Mai City Arts & Cultural Centre (20/03, starts 19:00);
Live Music Orchestra – Faculty of Fine Arts, Chiang Mai University (20/03, starts 18:00);
A Hand to Paw Outreach Fundraising Event – The Gallery Restaurant & Jazz Bar, 25-27-29 Charoen Raj Road (20/03, starts 18:30-21:30);
Sawasdee Acoustic – Faculty of Fine Arts, Chiang Mai University (28/03, starts 18:00)
March 06: Amazing Thailand Adventure Race
Where: River Kwai, Kanchanaburi
When: starts 09:00
Part of the Amazing Thailand Adventure Race Series, this race will start at the famous River Kwai Bridge. Whether you plan to take part or simply cheer on the dedicated racers, all are welcome to attend the event and a large number of other event such as stalls, games and dancing will be held to celebrate this exciting occasion.
March 07: Jazz in the Winter
Where: Faculty of Fine Arts, Chiang Mai University
When: starts 18:00
Jazz fans will want to gather for this laid back occasion, featuring music from the spectacular Rangsit University Jazz Band in Jazz style.
March 22-29: King’s Cup Elephant Polo Tournament
Where: Anantara Resort Golden Triangle, 229 Moo 1, Chiang Saen, Chiang Rai
When: starts 09:00
This is one of northern Thailand’s most spectacular events and people travel to Chang Sean in Chang Rai province from all over the world to watch a group of 30 elephants take part in the King’s Cup Elephant Polo Tournament. The event also includes a vibrant street parade and the chance for visitor to feed the elephants.
http://www.anantaraelephantpolo.com/
March 19: APIS Idol 2009-2010
Where: American Pacific International School, 158/1 Moo 3 Hangdong-Samoeng Road, Banpong
When: starts 17:00
Head to the American Pacific International School to watch contestants sing their hearts out to take the trophy in this spin-off from the hit television show. Tickets for this toe tapping event cost just 100 baht for adults and 50 baht for students.
www.apis.ac.th/download.php?file=/home/apis/domains/apis.ac.th/
March 20: Mini Light & Sound Nopburi Sri Nakorn Ping Chiang Mai
Where: Chiang Mai City Arts & Cultural Centre
When: starts 19:00
Hosted by the Chiang Mai College of Dramatic Arts, this is a great way to learn more about the city and surrounding area. Tickets for this memorable occasion cost just 299 baht and visitors who want to hear the show in English should arrive at 20:00.
www.chiangmai-chiangrai.com/city_arts_cultural_center
March 20: Live Music Orchestra
Where: Faculty of Fine Arts, Chiang Mai University
When: starts 18:00
A sophisticated event for anyone who likes a bit of decadence every once in a while. Headed by Natta Prommin and Northern youth string orchestra band, this is a good time to gather and listen to great music.
March 20: A Hand to Paw Outreach Fundraising Event
Where: The Gallery Restaurant & Jazz Bar, 25-27-29 Charoen Raj Road
When: 18:30-21:30
Join Ana Grace for an evening of jazz, blues, soul and funk covers and originals performed by some of the best musicians in town. The evening kicks off with an appetizers buffet and tickets cost just 400 baht in order to raise money to help care for temple dogs.
March 28: Sawsdee Acoustic
Where: Faculty of Fine Arts, Chiang Mai University
When: starts 18:00
The Northern Symphony Orchestra will be entertaining music fans at Chiang Mai University. The show starts at 18:00 and there is expected to be a large turnout as this event proves to be very popular time after time.
