Dragon Boat Racing brings together teams in a spirit of camaraderie and friendly competition. The event on Ithaca's waters not only showcases athleticism and teamwork but also symbolizes strength, unity, and perseverance. It draws parallels with the festival's themes of unity and harmony, making it a fitting addition to the celebration. Participants and spectators alike can witness the spectacle of dragon boats adorned with colorful designs, racing against the backdrop of the Night Market.
We are open and welcome to folks of any experience signing up to participate in our Dragon Boat Show Case. We welcome teams of at least 16 to race in large Dragon Boats, and individual riders who would like to be paired together for the race.
Pricing: Each boat registration is $400, or $20/participant when the boat has all 20 rowers. Each boat requires a minimum of16 people in order to compete. If you have less than 16 paddlers on your team, reach out to us at admin@thehistorycenter.net and we'll help you fill the team!
Every registered team will have the opportunity for a 45-minute guided practice session in Cass Park on the morning of Saturday, September 7th. We'll follow-up that week to with a practice schedule!
Any participant in the Dragon Boat Race must complete a waiver in order to participate - you can download the waiver below. Please email the waiver to admin@thehistorycenter.net prior to the event date, or bring a completed copy with you on the day of the event to provide to event organizers. We will have blank copies available to complete on site.