Dragon Boat Races 2024

when: 16 - 18 February 2024 | venue: Cockle Bay | cost: FREE | address: Cockle Bay, Darling Harbour | website: https://www.darlingharbour.com/whats-on/events/dragon-boats

published: 06 Feb 2024, 5 min read

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Get ready for three exhilarating days on the water as dragon boat races hit Cockle Bay in celebration of the Year of the Dragon!To mark the Lunar New Year, more than 3,000 paddlers will churn the water as spectators line Cockle Bay Wharf to watch the 12m long dragon boats battle it out. Originating in the rivers of Southern China as a way to bring prosperous rains, today's dragon boat racing has evolved into a fast-paced water sport. Feel your heart race in time with the on-board drummers as the fiercely decorated dragons slice through the water.Or take in the opening ceremony that will pay tribute to the Australian and Chinese cultures coming together to promote a cultural celebration of diversity and inclusion.FREE to watch.To enter a team register here

WHEN:Friday 16 February 2024Twilight Racing, 3pm - 8pm Saturday 17 FebruaryAll day racing, 8am - 6pm Saturday 18 FebruaryAll day racing, 8am - 6pm

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Dragon Boat Races 2024 | What's on in Darling Harbour

Dragon Boat Races 2024 is on 16 - 18 February 2024. See start and end times below. Conveniently located in Darling Harbour. Visit their website at https://www.darlingharbour.com/whats-on/events/dragon-boats.

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what: Dragon Boat Races 2024
when: 16 - 18 February 2024
venue: Cockle Bay
city/suburb: Darling Harbour NSW

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