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2016 Event Calendar

May 2016

14
Battle in the Bay Dragon Boat Festival
Sombrero Beach  |  Sombrero Beach Road, Marathon, FL 

Serious Beachin' Fun is coming back to the Florida Keys!  Marathon, FL is home to the Battle in the Bay Dragon Boat Festival where teams will have a festive day of fun in the sun.  Beach loading and the salty Keys air make for this event truly unique.  Racing takes place on a  400m course in front of Sombrero Beach, making it perfect for spectators to view.

Visit www.battleinthebaydragonboat.com for more information!
21
Grand Prairie Dragon Boat Festival
Loyd Park on Joe Pool Lake  |  3401 Ragland Road, Grand Prairie, TX

Join High Five and the Grand Prairie Chamber of Commerce for this annual festival at Lloyd Park. This fun location has camping right on site, plus miles of trails and recreation for the whole family. All teams will race 3 times on a 300m race course on Joe Pool Lake.

Visit www.gpdragonboat.com for more information!

June 2016

11
Texarkana Dragon Boat Festival
Bringle Lake  | Texarkana

This will be the first dragon boat race in Texarkana! This family-friendly event will include local and regional teams coming together to race against each other in a series of heats. Spectators are encouraged to come to the festival with their lawn chairs and blankets to enjoy the festivities!

Visit www.texarkanadragonboatfestival.com for more information!
25
Paddlefest Dragon Boat Festival
The Boathouse District  | 725 S. Lincoln Blvd, Oklahoma City, OK

This annual event will take place during Oklahoma City's SandRidge Energy Stars and Stripes River Festival. Paddlefest encourages teams of 20 of all skill levels to join - no experience or supplies necessary!

Visit the festivals page at boathousedistrict.org for more information!
25
Gateway Dragon Boat Festival
Sailboat Cove | Creve Coeur Lake Park, Creve Coeur, MO

The 10th annual Gateway Dragon Boat Festival will feature food and non-alcoholic drinks vendors, live music, and activities for kids. The event is free for spectators. Come out and enjoy the day with friends and family! 

Visit www.gatewaydragonboat.org for more information!

July

9
Gulf Coast Mini Dragon Boat Series #3
Eaton's Beach Sandbar and Grill | 15790 SE 134th Ave, Weirsdale, FL

The 3rd of 4 events featuring our mini dragon boats in 2016. Teams can expect fun and challenging racing for this event. Teams that race in any of the Gulf Coast Mini Series events will be qualified to vie for a Series Championship on October 8th in downtown Tampa, as well as receive a 20% discount on the series finale!

Visit www.gulfcoastdragonboatseries.com for more information!
16
Grand Rivers Dragon Boat Festival
Kentucky Lake  |  Grand Rivers, KY

​For the first time, Dragon Boating is coming to Grand Rivers! This inaugural festival will take place on the shores of Kentucky Lake and is benefiting Livingston County Helping Hands. The event is free for spectators. Come out and enjoy the day with friends and family! 

Visit www.grandriversdragonboat.com for more information!
30
Rowan Chamber Dragon Boat Festival
Rowan Shrine Club on High Rock Lake  |  6480 Long Ferry Road, Salisbury, NC

The third annual Rowan Chamber Dragon Boat Festival is bringing fun, competition and recreation to one of North Carolina's most beautiful lakes! Attendees are encouraged to bring lawn chairs or blankets and make it a fun lake party. 

Visit www.rowanchamberdragonboat.com for more information!

September 

10
Pensacola Dragon Boat Festival 
Bayview Park  | E Lloyd St, Pensacola, FL

On September 10, 2016, 30 teams supported by thousands of spectators will compete in Bayou Texar just off Bayview Park in Downtown Pensacola in for the first annual Pensacola Dragonboat Race and Festival. In three years the goal is to have the Festival grow to 70 teams and draw up to  10,000 spectators to the Park. We hope to make the Pensacola Dragonboat Races & Festival the largest outdoor event in the city of Pensacola.

Visit www.pensacoladragonboatfestival.com for more information!
17
Port Jefferson Dragon Boat Festival
Harborfront  and Centennial Parks | 101A East Broadway, Port Jefferson, NY

Join us at our Annual Dragon Boat Race Festival, which will be held at the harbor of Port Jefferson Village on Saturday, September 17 (rain or shine). A committee of chamber members, county representatives and tourism professionals are bringing fun, competition and recreation to Port Jefferson’s Village beautiful harbor.

Visit www.portjeffdragonracefest.com or the Port Jefferson Chamber of Commerce for more information!
17
Carolina Beach Dragon Boat Regatta & Festival
Gibby's Dock and Dine Restaurant | 315 Canal Drive, Carolina Beach, NC

Based on the success of the last three years of the Dragon Boat Regatta and Festival this year’s event will attract over 4,000 visitors and over 500 individuals participating on the water in 45' Colorful Dragon Boats. This two day event (September 17th and 18th) is open and free to the general public and presents a wide range of entertainment for the entire family. Live Music on the main stage, over 20 scheduled competitive, fun dragon boat races including a championship race and over 30 unique art and aquatic related product vendors will display their products in a festival atmosphere around the Carolina Beach Marina.  

Visit www.carolinabeachdragonboat.com for more information!

October 

1
Lake James Dragon Boat Festival
Paddy's Creek at Lake James State Park | 2785 North Carolina 126, Nebo

Join High Five and the Healing Dragons of Lake James in this inaugural event benefiting Carolina's Healthcare System Blue Ridge Cancer Center. 

Each Team will race three times on a 250m straight race course, in standard size boats. 

​Visit www.lakejamesdragonboat.com for more information!
8
Tampa Bay Dragon Boat Classic &
​Gulf Coast Mini Series 2016 Finale
Cotanchobee Fort Brooke Park | Tampa, FL

The 4th and final event of the 2016 Gulf Coast Mini Series! Teams can expect fun and challenging racing for this event. Teams that have raced in all 3 events will be qualified to vie for this series championship in downtown Tampa, as well as receive a 20% discount on this event.

Visit www.tampabaydragonboatclassic.com for more information!
Postponed until 2017
Cocoa Village Dragon Boat Festival
Riverfront Park  | 401 Riveredge Blvd, Cocoa, FL

This event will include local and regional teams racing on a 250m race course on the Indian River in front of Riverfront and Lee Wenner parks. Three bounce houses will be available, as well as a kids water fountain, playground, and boardwalk. Entertainment and vendors will continue throughout the day. Spectators are encouraged to bring their lawn chairs and blankets and come for the day to enjoy the family friendly festivities!  

Visit www.cocoavillagedragonboat.com for more information!
29
War on the Peace Dragon Boat Festival
Laishley Park  | 99 Nesbit Street, Punta Gorda, FL 

Start your Halloween weekend at the War on the Peace Dragon Boat Festival! Racing starts on Saturday, October 29, 2016. Awards Ceremony at the end of the racing, with trophies and medals, plus prizes for the best Halloween themed team. Then stay for Punta Gorda’s Haunting on the Harbor.

The War on the Peace Dragon Boat Festival benefits the Charlotte Local Education Foundation (CLEF), and its "Take Stock in Children" program, which provides mentoring and a scholarship program for Charlotte County students.  Every dollar donated to CLEF is matched by the Florida Prepaid Foundation through state funding

Visit http://www.waronthepeace.com/ for more information!

November

12
Lake Hernando Dragon Boat Festival
Lake Hernando Park  | 3699 E. Orange Dr, Hernando, FL

This premier Dragon Boat Festival has become the hit of the Florida Dragon Boat community. Gather your friends to join a team, and don't forget to check out the Arts and Crafts vendors, food vendors, live music, games for the kids, and much more!

Visit www.lakehernandodragonboatfestival.com for more information!

Final Race Results

 December

3
Gulf Coast Mini Dragon Boat Series #1 
Gill Dawg Marina | 5419 Treadway Dr, Port Richey, FL

Join High Five and Gill Dawg in Port Richey on Saturday, December 3rd for the 1st of 4 events featuring our mini dragon boats in 2017! Teams that race in the first 3 events will be qualified to vie for a series championship on October 8th in downtown Tampa.
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Visit www.gulfcoastdragonboatseries.com for more information

February

27
Gulf Coast Mini Dragon Boat Series #2 
Eaton's Beach Sandbar & Grill | 15790 SE 134th Ave, Weirsdale, FL

The 2nd of 4 events featuring our mini dragon boats in 2016.  Teams can expect fun and challenging racing. Teams that race in any of the Gulf Coast Mini Series events will be qualified to vie for a series championship on October 8th in downtown Tampa.

Visit www.gulfcoastdragonboatseries.com for more information!

April

23 
Conway Dragon Boat Regatta & Festival
Beaverfork Lake Park | 20 Kinley Drive, Conway, AR

Stay tuned for more information about Conway Arkansas' dragon boat festival, on beautiful Beaverfork Lake.  This event is in conjunction with and benefiting the Junior Auxiliary of Conway.

Visit www.conwaydragonboat.com for more information!
30
South Lake County Dragon Boat Festival
Waterfront Park  |  137 3rd Street, Clermont, FL

Join High Five and New Beginnings for a fantastic annual event in South Lake County!  With a health & wellness theme, the Dragon Boat Festival on Lake Mineola will feature many different vendors and activities during this day-long festival.  Teams will race on a 350m course and have a beautiful park to rest and relax in during the event.

Visit www.southlakecountydragonboat.com for more information!
30
Austin Dragon Boat Festival
Shores of Lady Bird Lake |  Austin, TX

Join us in celebrating the 18th Austin Dragon Boat Festival! Grab 20 friends to join a team, or come out to support your favorite teams while enjoying great cultural performances and food. 

Visit www.atxdragonboat.com for more information!

May

7
Uptown Columbus Dragon Boat Festival
Chattahoochee RiverWalk |  701 Front Street, Columbus, GA

Uptown Columbus is bringing the dragon boat races back to the Chattahoochee RiverWalk!  This year, we are allowing up to 45 teams to register. During this fun weekend of festivities, the CutBait Music Festival will be taking place on Friday and Saturday. Teams will be racing on 350m course in front of the Coca-Cola Space Science Center.  Team tents will line the Riverwalk up to the Civic Center.

Visit www.uptowncolumbusdragonboat.com for more information!