Buddha Effigy Procession and Boat Race in Lang Suan District

A tradition of Lang Suan District which is over a 100 years old.  It is believed  that on the 1st  night of the waning moon in the 11th  month the Lord Buddha returns to Sungkassa in India from heaven.  Many Buddhists therefore go to receive him.  The most convenient form of journey during that  time was by boat.  So, the people had a chance for a social gathering.  Later it became a Buddha procession and a boat race.  These events take place on the 1st  night  of the waning moon in the 11th  month (around August) of every year.  They last for about 5 days. The  major activities are a Buddha Effigy Boat Procession (many majestically adorned temple boats join in)  and a boat race in Lang Suan River.

Chumphon's Marine Festival

It takes place during the middle of March  and April every year The aim  is to promote Chumphon tourism-in order to distribute incomes among the local people, conserve natural resources. Main events : Angling  competition,  Tourism Photo Competition, Tourism Exhibition and Mini-Marathon.

Krom Luang Chumphon Khet Udomsak Commemoration

This event takes place near City hall around 19-25th  December every year. The aim is to commemorate the Admiral Phra Chao Borommawongthir Krom Luang Chumphon  Khet Udomsak, the person who is highly revered by people in Chumphon, he is also the father of the Royal Thai Navy.  The main activities are Krom Luang Chumphon khet Udomsak Exhibition, Southern Art Exhibition and acting at night time.

Lang Suan Fruit Festival

It is held annually around August.  Its main objective is to promote agricultural products, especially orchard products of Lang Suan District.  Major events  :  Fruit competition, Jam Competition, Fruit Fair, Flower Car Competition and Fruit Maiden Pageant.