Ok Om Bok Festival 2026 Soc Trang – Ok Om Bok is the Moon Worship Festival of the Khmer people in Southern Vietnam, giving thanks to the Moon Deity after the harvest season. The Ghe Ngo boat race festival in Soc Trang is a major cultural and sports event in the Mekong Delta region.
Quick Summary
- Time: The 15th day of the 10th lunar month: November 23, 2026
- Location: Soc Trang (former), Can Tho City
- Admission: Free
- Main activities: Floating water lanterns, releasing sky lanterns, Ok Om Bok Moon worship ceremony, Ghe Ngo boat race
Time of Event
- The Moon worship ceremony takes place on the 15th day of the 10th lunar month, which falls on November 23, 2026.
- The Ghe Ngo boat race usually takes place around the 14th–16th days of the 10th lunar month.
Highlights
- Moon worship ritual and feeding flattened green sticky rice flakes (cốm dẹp) to children.
- Floating water lanterns and releasing sky lanterns.
- Ghe Ngo boat race on the Maspero River.
- Khmer traditional performing arts: Rom Vong dance, Du Ke theater.
Getting There and Destination
- Soc Trang (now part of Can Tho City) is about 230 km from Ho Chi Minh City.
Tips for Visitors
- Both riverbanks become extremely crowded during the boat race, so arrive early to secure a good viewing spot.
- Try local specialties such as bún nước lèo (noodle soup), bánh pía (pia cake), and cốm dẹp (flattened green sticky rice flakes).
Frequently Asked Questions
When does the Ok Om Bok Festival 2026 Soc Trang take place?
The Moon worship ceremony takes place on the 15th day of the 10th lunar month, which is November 23, 2026. The Ghe Ngo boat race typically occurs around the 14th–16th days of the 10th lunar month.
Where is the Ok Om Bok Festival 2026 Soc Trang held, and how to get there?
Location: Soc Trang (former), Can Tho City. Soc Trang (now part of Can Tho City) is approximately 230 km from Ho Chi Minh City.
Is there an admission fee for the Ok Om Bok Festival 2026 Soc Trang?
It is free of charge. Travel and accommodation expenses depend on your personal itinerary.
What should visitors keep in mind when attending the Ok Om Bok Festival 2026 Soc Trang?
The riverbanks are very crowded during the boat race, so arrive early to find a good spot. Make sure to savor bún nước lèo, bánh pía, and cốm dẹp.
See Also
- Vietnam Festival Calendar 2026–2027 by Month
- Southern Vietnam Festivals
- Ba Den Mountain Spring Festival 2027
- Binh Duong Thien Hau Pagoda Festival 2027
- Dinh Co Long Hai Festival 2027
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Times and activities are subject to change according to announcements from the Organizing Committee. Solar dates are converted from the lunar calendar.
