Join more than 10,000 spectators on the shores of South Lake Union on Saturday for the 11th Annual Seattle Dragon Boat Festival. Starting at 9 a.m., the races feature more than 2,000 local and visiting athletes. Cheer on your favorite boats while you peruse arts and crafts booths, soak up the entertainment and sip tasty brews.
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Seattle Dragonboat Festival
July 19, 2014
9am – 5pm | Free | All Ages
More info: seattledragonboatfestival.net
On the shores of South Lake Union
The 11th Annual Seattle Dragon Boat Festival is scheduled for July 19th, 2014. More than 10,000 spectators will line the shores of South Lake Union to cheer on approximately 1000 local and visiting athletes. On shore an exciting lineup of professional entertainers will perform from the World Beat Stage. Artisans will demonstrate and display their crafts and there will be plenty of hands-on activities for visitors of all ages and abilities.
Dragon boating is a sport that captivates its participants and spectators alike. The 11th Annual Seattle Dragon Boat Festival is proud to present programs that promote diversity and inclusiveness, while paying homage to an activity that has its roots in ancient China and celebrates the many unique aspects of Chinese culture.
Dragon boat racing has a rich history of ceremonial tradition, with dragons traditionally believed to be the rulers of rivers, lakes and seas, dominating the clouds, mists and rains from heaven. Each boat is large enough to seat 20 people with a sweep to steer and a drummer pounding loudly above the thrashing paddles and cheering spectators.
Don’t miss the thrilling competition as these spectacular 12-metre long boats, flamboyantly decorated to feature the head and tail of the dragon, battle it out on beautiful South Lake Union.
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The Schedule
- 8:30 am Taoist Blessing Ceremony and the “Awakening of the Dragons”
- 9 am Races begin
- 11 am Booths open and activities begin
- Food and Beverage Garden Opens
- Team Survivor Northwest fundraising activities begin
- 12 pm Entertainment Begins on the Seattle Dragon Boat Festival Stage presented by Bank of America including:12:00 to 1:30 pm The Fire Inside1:45 to 2:45 pm Dounia Djembe, with Manimou Camara
- 3:00 to 4:30 pm Piper Stock Hill
- 4:30 pm Medal Presentation
Other activities
- Dragon Boat Races, all categories, from first timers to elite
- Entertainment
- Fun Stuff for Kids
- Marketplace
Photos
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