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The Hmong Noj Peb Caug Festival will celebrate its 10th anniversary at Ethnic Park in Naxaythong District, Vientiane Capital, from December 4–6, 2026, featuring traditional ceremonies, cultural performances, competitions and exhibitions showcasing Hmong heritage and the cultures of Laos' ethnic groups.
(KPL) The announcement was made at a press conference held at Ethnic Park on November 8, 2026, jointly organised by Ethnic Park and the Naxaythong District Administration.
Ethnic Park President Phouvong Phamisith said the festival has been renamed from Boun Kin Chiang or Boun Noj Peb Caug to the Noj Peb Caug Festival, following guidance from the Lao Front for National Development to further develop the venue as a tourist destination.
This year's event will be co-hosted by Naxaythong District, with the participation of local authorities and residents from four neighbouring villages: Dansi, Phonxay, Pakhaed and Naxiew.
The festival aims to preserve Hmong customs, traditions and cultural identity while promoting ethnic cultural tourism and showcasing the heritage of Laos' 50 ethnic groups. It also provides a platform for young Hmong men and women to demonstrate their talents, knowledge and cultural traditions, while helping local communities promote handmade products and traditional goods to domestic and international visitors.
The three-day programme will feature traditional Hmong ceremonies and activities, including the Vien Kaeng Ya Kha grass ceremony, Kaeng Kai chicken ceremony, Baci soul-blessing ceremony, traditional rice pounding (Tam Khao Piang) and the Yone Mak Khon ball-tossing game.
Visitors can also enjoy crossbow shooting demonstrations, traditional top-spinning competitions, bullfighting and other cultural activities.
Two major competitions will be held as part of the celebrations: the Vientiane Hmong Singing Competition 2027, featuring 20 contestants, and the Miss Hmong Vientiane Pageant 2027, with 20 participants.
The festival will also offer opportunities to explore traditional food and local products, visit exhibition halls and traditional houses, and learn about the history, customs and lifestyles of the country's 50 ethnic groups.
The organising committee has invited the public, students, young people and domestic and international tourists to attend the celebrations. Businesses and local producers are also encouraged to showcase and sell traditional products and handicrafts.
The press conference was attended by Naxaythong District Governing Committee Chairman Bounxou Phaviseth, representatives of relevant sectors, invited guests, singers, Miss Hmong contestants and members of the public.
KPL
