Edmonton Dragon Boat Festival

Watch or Participate. Tons of fun to be had.

Throughout the day enjoy vendors, food trucks, family-friendly activities, and the beverage gardens!

Friday August 14, 2026

5:00 pm: Beer Gardens social hour begins (18+)

6:00 pm: Opening Ceremony / Dotting of the Eyes ceremony

6:30 pm: Additional on river practice time.

9:00 pm: Beer Gardens closes (18+)

Saturday August 15, 2026

8:00 am: Managers and Steersman meeting

8:30 am: Races (500m)

10:00 am: Beer Gardens open (18+)

10:50 am: Breast Friends race/memorial Ceremony

11:00 am: Lunch break / Dragon Dance Performance

1:00 pm: Races (500m)

3:30 pm: Finish

6:00 pm: Beer Gardens close (18+)

Sunday August 16, 2026

9:00 am: Semi-Finals (500m)

10:00 am: Beer Gardens open (18+)

11:00 am: Lunch break / Dragon Dance Performance

1:00 pm: Novice Race

1:20 pm: Finals (500m)

3:30 pm: Finish

4:00 pm: Award Ceremony

6:00 pm: Beer Gardens close (18+)

Details HERE