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The Long Sapao Holiday in Lampang will take place from November 23 to 25, 2026. The city municipality has announced a three-day program with decorated boat contests, a parade and light shows on the Wang River. Individual events are scheduled for each day: on November 23, the “Thida Sapao Keo — Thida Sapao Kham” contest; on November 24, a floating boat contest; on November 25, a parade of large decorative boats. A floating boat contest is also scheduled at Singchai Pier, near the Orange Suspension Bridge in Mueang Lampang District. The November 25 parade will run from Nakhon Lampang Railway Station to the clock tower intersection. The timing of individual events, admission prices and whether visitors need tickets have not been confirmed. If you plan to go, check the municipality’s latest announcements before setting out: the organizer has said the schedule and show details will be announced separately.
What Is Planned at the Festival
The program is spread over three days. November 23 will feature the “Thida Sapao Keo — Thida Sapao Kham” contest. The following day, a floating boat contest with boats decorated for the holiday will take place at Singchai Pier, near the Orange Suspension Bridge.
November 25 will include a contest of large decorative boats and a parade through the city. According to the municipality’s announcement, the procession will start at Nakhon Lampang Railway Station and end at the clock tower intersection. Musical fountains, fireworks and a light-and-sound show are also announced on the Wang River during the festival.
This is the program based on published announcements; the organizer has promised to confirm the times and show details separately. Keep an eye on the Lampang municipality announcements, if you want to check the schedule closer to your trip.
When and Where
The festival will take place November 23–25, 2026 in the city of Lampang. One of the named locations is Singchai Pier, near the Orange Suspension Bridge in Mueang Lampang District. The official announcement links Singchai Pier with Mueang Lampang District and Lampang Province.
The events have different locations: the floating boat contest is listed at the pier, while the parade of large boats will follow a city route from Nakhon Lampang Railway Station to the clock tower intersection. So before your trip, check the organizer’s latest details for the part of the program you want to see. You can also cross-check details with the official information about Singchai Pier.
Participation Terms
The admission price is not listed in the published materials. Check this information with the organizer before your trip. The announcement about recruiting participants for a beauty contest refers to a separate registration for contestants and does not by itself mean that regular visitors need to register.
The exact start times of the events and the full performance schedule have not yet been confirmed. The announcements also do not list any special dress requirements or items to bring. Check the current conditions and the parade route in the municipality’s announcements.
Frequently Asked Questions ❓
When is the Long Sapao Holiday in Lampang?
The municipality has announced the dates November 23–25, 2026. Check the organizer’s announcements before your trip.
How much does admission to the festival cost?
Check admission terms with the organizer before your trip. Do not assume admission is free without confirmation from the municipality.
Where do the events take place?
The floating boat contest is listed at Singchai Pier, near the Orange Suspension Bridge. The November 25 parade is due to start at Nakhon Lampang Railway Station and end at the clock tower intersection.
What time do the performances start?
The exact time has not yet been announced. The organizer has said it will confirm the details and show schedule separately. Check the municipality’s updates before your visit.
Conclusion
The Long Sapao Holiday in Lampang will combine boat contests, a city parade and light shows on the Wang River from November 23 to 25, 2026. If you want to see a specific part of the program, check its time and location with the organizer before your trip.