Boston Hong Kong Dragon Boat Festival

Boston Hong Kong Dragon Boat Festival takes place Sunday, June 9 on the Charles River by the John W. Weeks Footbridge. Celebrate the rich tapestry of Asian cultures at the oldest dragon boat festival in North America and the largest Asian cultural event in New England. Witness the thrilling dragon boat races, featuring 68 teams in vibrant, 40-foot-long Hong Kong style boats, a true spectacle of tradition and teamwork. The festival offers much more than racing. The day is filled with cultural performances and demonstrations from Greater Boston's Asian communities, hands-on arts and crafts activities, plus a culinary journey through Asia with food vendors representing diverse cultures. Don't miss this opportunity to experience the excitement and unity of this ancient tradition and modern cultural celebration. Admission to the festival is free.