Dragon Boat Races 2025

when: 07 - 09 February 2025 | venue: Cockle Bay | cost: FREE | address: Cockle Bay, Darling Harbour | website: https://www.darlingharbour.com/whats-on/events/dragon-boats

published: 07 Feb 2025, 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 Snake!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.

SCHEDULE

Fri 7 Feb (3pm - 8pm)

Corporate Crews &Social
  • Twilight Racing
  • Racing Class: Mixed Crews

Sat 8 Feb (8am - 7pm)

Senior A,B,C, &BCS
  • Day Racing
  • Racing Classes: Open, Women, Mixed
  • Heats and Seeded Final
  • Presentations to follow

Sun 9 Feb (8am - 5pm)

Premier, 24U, Junior
  • Day Racing
  • Racing Classes: Open, Women, Mixed
  • Heats and Seeded Final
  • Presentations to follow
Don't miss the action! Enjoy exhilirating, free to watch races plus live music, and entertainment all weekend long.

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Dragon Boat Races 2025 | What's on in Darling Harbour

Dragon Boat Races 2025 is on 07 - 09 February 2025. 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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Event Details

what: Dragon Boat Races 2025
when: 07 - 09 February 2025
venue: Cockle Bay
city/suburb: Darling Harbour NSW

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