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The final of the traditional races in Nan province for the royal cup. They will take place November 7 and 8, 2026 on the bank of the Nan River by the Northern Development Bridge in Mueang Nan district. The program lists six boat categories, an exhibition of racing, decorative and skate boats, and sales of One Tambon One Product (OTOP) goods and local products. The official announcement does not give a start time. The races take two days, and the Open category admits boats from Nan province and other provinces.
What will happen at the races
The races are divided into six categories: large boats in the Open category, large traditional boats in the Open category, small Nan boats, medium Nan boats, Nan boats with local features, and vintage boats in the Open category. Each category has its own group of participants.
Each category has at least eight boats. The Open category is open to boats from Nan province as well as from other provinces. The published materials do not include a detailed schedule of individual races.
In addition to the races, an exhibition of racing, decorative and skate boats is planned. The trade area will feature One Tambon One Product (OTOP) goods, local products and goods from Nan province. The exact schedule for the exhibition and sales has not been published.
When and where
The final races are scheduled for November 7–8, 2026. The venue is the bank of the Nan River by the Northern Development Bridge, Mueang Nan district, Nan province. The official source gives this location, but no more detailed address or coordinates.
Start and end times by day are not reported. Before your trip, check with the organizer, especially if you want to catch the start of a specific heat or the exhibition. The date is confirmed by the official announcement from Nan province.
Participation Terms
No price has been announced. Spectator access conditions are also not specified, so before your visit check with the organizer whether the riverbank is open to the public and whether tickets are needed.
The announcement has no information on parking, public transport routes, restrictions at the site or clothing recommendations. First check current instructions with the organizer or local services. The exhibition and shops are part of the program, but their opening hours are not reported.
Frequently Asked Questions ❓
When will the traditional boat races in Nan take place?
The final races are scheduled for November 7 and 8, 2026. Official start times for the heats by day are not given.
How much is admission?
Check with the organizer whether a ticket is required and what conditions apply to spectators.
Where will the races be held?
The races will take place on the bank of the Nan River by the Northern Development Bridge, in Mueang Nan district, Nan province. A more detailed address and route information have not been published.
Conclusion
The races combine competitions in six boat categories, an exhibition and sales of local products. If you plan to go, check the heat times and spectator access conditions with the organizer in advance.