As Calgary’s premier water sport festival, the Calgary Dragon Boat Race & Festival draws +1850 competitors, +4000 spectators and an abundance of excitement and cultural experiences. Every year, the Calgary Dragon Boat Society (CDBS) organizes Dragon Boat Race & Festival at North Glenmore Park to showcase culture and dragon boat racing in a family-friendly environment.

In 2016, the Calgary Dragon Boat Society celebrated the 25th Anniversary of Dragon Boating in the community and today is one of Calgary’s “best family friendly outdoor festivals around”.

Recent News

Interested in learning more about the National Team?

Interested in learning more about the National Team? Join the Program Directors (what we call the people in charge of each category) for an informative orientation session! Did you know ...
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Happy Dragon Boat Festival 2020

Happy Dragon Boat Festival!!! The Calgary Dragon Boat Society would like to wish you and your family a “Happy Dragon Boat Festival”. #paddlesupYYC - Be safe and healthy!
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Calgary Dragon Boat Season 2020 – CANCELLED

It is with a heavy heart that we are announcing the cancellation of the 2020 Dragon Boat season in Calgary. This includes the Calgary Dragon Boat Festival and all practices ...
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Apr 24, 2020 / No Comments on Calgary Dragon Boat Season 2020 – CANCELLED

Thank You Volunteers!

The Calgary Dragon Boat Society would like to thank all the past, present, and future volunteers for taking the time to help the dragon boat festival and the operations a ...
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Calgary Dragon Boat Society Update – COVID-19

Hello, As we all watch the news on the COVID-19 Pandemic unfold locally, nationally and globally - our hearts go out to all families, friends or paddlers who may have ...
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Photos speak a thousand words, but videos will speak more than a thousand words and will show you the raw emotion of the comradery, sportsmanship, dedication, team spirit, and why Dragon Boating is so attractive. 

The Calgary Dragon Boat Race & Festival is geared towards creating an unforgettable experience. The dragon boat competition illustrates comradery, teamwork and inspiration. Stemmed by a 2000-year-old Chinese legend, Dragon Boat Racing is still very active and remains a tradition to this day.