Long-boat racing is one of the traditional rites which mark the end of the Buddhist Rains Retreat. It mainly takes place in the 11th or 12th lunar months (around September or October), when the water level is at its highest. Traditionally, long-boat racing is held as an annual event by provinces with a major waterway flowing through.
Boats, which they use on the festival, will be chose and made from auspicious trees of each area's believing. They train and prepare rowing-crews to be most fit and ready for being their agent of the festival.Presently, Long Boat-Racing Festival is one of Thai sport. There are awards, cups from members of royal family of Chakri Dynasty or agent including honor and reputation. So, it is a prize of victory that everyone try to get but somehow it shows in a way of enjoyment and happiness, not only rowing-crews but the members of the area and audiences too.