Sakon Nakhon Royal Longboat Races, the first day

	A morning parade picks up the royal trophies at the 'city gate park,' making it's way to the east entrance of the waterfront park
	Trophies are ceremonially placed on display
	A speech or two, to officially open the races, most likely by the current Governor
	Not to be missed,  the boat parade, get your seats early
	A peacock feather dance contests concludes the parade
	Boat races the rest of the day
	Refreshments and trinkets are readily available No alcohol at this public event. No smoking inside the park

Evening events at the municipal grounds
Sakon Nakhon