Arizona ยท Dragon boat racing

Arizona International Dragon Boat Race Festival

  • When: Date to be announced
  • Where: Arizona, venue to be announced
  • Spectators: details coming soon
01

The race

Teams of paddlers, a drummer and a steerer race side by side. Divisions, race distances and fees will be posted here as they are confirmed.

MilestoneDate
Team registration opensTo be announced
Registration and payment deadlineTo be announced
Final rosters and waivers dueTo be announced
Race dayTo be announced
  • Open
  • Mixed
  • Women
  • U18 (if there is enough interest)
02

Paddler waiver

Every person in a boat, including drummers and steerers, signs their own waiver before practice or race day. Paddlers under 18 need a parent or guardian to sign too.

  1. 1

    Read the waiver

    Full waiver document (Google Drive): link coming soon

  2. 2

    Sign online

    Fill in the short form, choose your team and type your name to sign. Online waiver form: link coming soon

  3. 3

    Check your email

    You'll get a copy of your signed waiver. Paddling for more than one team? Sign once and list every team.

03

Teams

Team captains: here's what you'll need once registration opens.

Team registration Coming soon

Online team sign-up and roster submission are being built.

Team fees Coming soon

Online payment for team entries will open with registration.

Captain checklist

Pick a team name and division, gather your crew (paddlers, a drummer and a steerer), and make sure everyone signs the waiver.

04

The festival

Racing on the water, festival on the shore. Schedule, map and parking details are on their way.

Schedule

Race-day schedule to be announced.

Location

Venue, map and parking to be announced.

Spectators

Come cheer from the shore. Ticket, food and entertainment details will be posted here.

FAQ

Do I need dragon boat experience?

Details on beginner teams and practice sessions will be posted before registration opens.

Can minors paddle?

We're planning an U18 division if there is enough interest. Every paddler under 18 needs a parent or guardian to sign the waiver.

Where are the race rules?

The rules and regulations document will be linked here. Coming soon.

05

Get involved

A festival this size runs on people and partners.

Volunteer

Help with check-in, dock crew, or the festival grounds. Sign-up form coming soon.

Sponsor

Put your name on a boat, a race or the festival. Get in touch using the contact details below.

Vendors

Food, crafts and merchandise vendors: get in touch to hear when applications open.

06

Contact

Questions about racing, sponsoring or volunteering?

Email: contact address coming soon

Social: links coming soon