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Arizona Dragon Boat Festival

Date and Time for this Past Event

  • Sat, Mar 29, 2025 - Sun, Mar 30, 2025  

Location

Tempe Beach Park
80 W Rio Salado Pkwy

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It’s hard to imagine that dragon boat racing, which has its origins as an ancient folk ritual in southern China dating back over 2,000 years, would end up on a man-made lake in the heart of the Arizona desert. After making its debut as a modern international sport in Hong Kong in 1976, dragon boat racing has grown into a global phenomenon.

Come join the Arizona Dragon Boat Association on March 29 & 30 for two thrilling days of dragon boat competition, featuring teams from across the United States and beyond.