On the first day Sakon Nakhon Royal Longboat races ::::::: October 13, 2016

Get to the waterfront park fairly early for a good seat for the 'boat parade on the lake  Sometime after 8 am the trophy delivery parade begins.  Usually there's a delay waiting for the dignitaries to be in place.    While you're waiting for the festivities to begin you can watch a few practice boat races.  A short ceremony (includes speech) is held at the grandstand The boat procession on the water is also a competition of the Peacock dancers   Long boat races continue all day with plenty to see and do along the waterfront.    An evening vist to the municipal field and the foodfair should be on your agenda.

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