 Come for a weekend of world-class dragon boat racing, spectacular cultural performances, and fun-filled activities for the whole family at the largest competitivedragon boat festival in the United States. This year, enjoy over 130 dragon boat teams and 3,500 dragon boat paddlers racing our 500 and 300 meter course.
Dragon boat teams range from novice to competitive skill level. Novice teams represent local Bay Area corporations, public agencies, and non-profit community.
Recreational and competitive teams practice year-round and hail from all over the United States, Canada, and the Netherlands. This year's championship race is going to be one of the fiercest battles for victory to date!
In addition to the exciting dragon boat racing, the Festival features many fun cultural activities: an entertainment stage with live dance and music performances, the Dragon Land children's activity pavilion, and a variety of food, arts & crafts, and other vendors.
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Kaiser Permanente Health and Fitness Pavilion
The Kaiser Permanente Fitness Pavilion is the place to be at the 2013 Dragon Boat Festival! There is no shortage of activities – take a seat in a real dragon boat on land, lather yourself in sunscreen at the sunscreen bar, clean your sunglasses, or get an airbrush dragon tattoo. All new this year...bicycle spin art! Come try it out!
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Entertainment
Don't miss the rhythmic & powerful Taiko drumming, nimble lion dancing, acrobatic martial arts, talented dance groups, and cultural music.
This year we have award-winning magic, yo-yo stunts, and children's sing-along & dancing!
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Dragon Land
A 3,000+ square foot pavilion filled with activities (ALL FREE!) for children of all ages, including arts and crafts, fun games with prizes, animal balloons, face painting, temporary tattoos, airbrush tattoos, yo yo instruction provided by YoYo Joe, and much more!
Read more about all the family-friendly activities, here.
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International Food Vendors
Our food area will feature a wide variety of delicious food vendors offering Thai, Hawaiian, Vietnamese, and seafood. Local, yet nationally-recognized food trucks/carts include: Curry Up Now and Kara's Cupcakes. Kids and grown-ups alike can grab a pizza, Jamba Juice, or sno cone for a quick treat!
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Merchandise
You'll find something for everyone in our merchandise area, which includes everything from unique handmade craft items to Chinese cultural gifts to athletic wear and paddling gear.
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Opening Ceremony
On Saturday at noon, we kick off the festivities with the traditional blessing of the festival by Buddhist monks from Chung Tai Zen Center of Sunnyvale.
FREE Shuttles by Bauer's to Festival
1st-Class Shuttles will run from 4th and Mission (outside the SF Marriott Marquis and near the Powell Street BART / MUNI Station) and from San Francisco Chinatown (Kearny Street near Sacramento Street).
Shuttles will run about every 15-20 minutes between the hours of 9:30 am and 4:30 pm. Look for the Dragon Boat Festival Shuttle Signs and enjoy the ride!
Where to Stay?
- Free cooked to order breakfast
- Complimentary Evening Reception
- Two Room Suite
Take BART to the BOATs and enjoy your choice of packages that include:
- Free Parking
- Gift Cards
- Free High Speed Internet
Click Here and choose the package perfect for your
Dragon Boat Racing Weekend
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