Dragon Boat Victoria, City of Melbourne and CNY United present Lunar New Year Dragon Boat Festival at Victoria Harbour, Docklands on Saturday 18 and Sunday 19 February 2023. 

Starting the day with a unique eye dotting ceremony to awaken the dragons and the blessing of the boats and water to ensure safe racing, the festival is a blend of tradition and heart-stopping action as the spectacular dragon boats race along Victoria Harbour to the beat of the drums. These experiences bond team members together for years to come. While thousands of people cheer on paddlers, others come to enjoy cultural performance, lion dance, family activities and food trucks.

Join us and celebrate this special tradition, dragon boating and the spirit of friendly competition at this Dragon Boat Festival!

Sunday 19 February 2022 - clubs and members racing (Live on Kayo)

Cost for members: $42 for Adults & $21 for Student/Juniors 

Time: 9:00am - 5:00pm

Categories:  Open, Women's and Mixed

Divisions for club racing: Premier, Senior A, Senior B and Senior C

Boat Crew size: 10's and 20's

• Crew entries now open and closing Sunday 5 February 11:59pm
• Draft draw released no later than Tuesday 14 February 11:59pm
• Final draw published no later than Thursday 16 February 11:59pm
• Crew modification closes Sunday 19 February 8:00am

Become an event partner

For more information on partnership opportunities or media, please contact Craig Ryan craigr@dragonboatvictoria.com.au

  Government Partner