Looking for additional race opportunities? Visit our other events and sign up to race at some of the continent’s biggest events! Need help with registration or need information? Email [email protected]. Register online at register.dragonboatbc.ca.


June 21-23, 2024  |  NORTH AMERICA’S FLAGSHIP DRAGON BOAT FESTIVAL  |  FREE ADMISSION!

North America’s flagship dragon boat festival returns to Concord Pacific Place, Creekside Park, and False Creek. With over 200 teams from 12 countries around the world expected, we know that you’ll enjoy paddling at this premier event. Enjoy the continent’s most competitive racing, live music and entertainment throughout the entire site, and BC’s largest outdoor patio.

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July 27, 2024  |  HARRISON LAKE
In partnership with the Fraser Valley Paddling Club

One of the race calendar’s most popular events is back for the first time since 2019! Sneak away for the weekend, and join us at scenic Harrison Lake to soak in the sun.

The Harrison Dragon Boat Festival is held in the Village of Harrison Hot Springs, at Harrison Lake.


August 24, 2024  |  STEVESTON VILLAGE

Welcome to the FreshCo Richmond Dragon Boat Festival! Enjoy the last few days of summer at Richmond’s Steveston Harbour, as 80 teams celebrate another great season out on the water.

The FreshCo Richmond Dragon Boat Festival is held at Steveston Village, Richmond BC and is situated from the Britannia Heritage Shipyard (at Westwater Drive and Railway Avenue) to Imperial Landing.

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