Chinese Dragon Boat Races & Taiwan Day Festival

Event Description

RI Chinese Dragon Boat Races & Taiwan Day Festival
Festival Pier on the Pawtucket River in Pawtucket, RI
Saturday, September 3rd, 2016 
8:00am-5:00pm

Read about New England Fall Events' visit to the Dragon Boat Festival - includes planning and family tips!

The event consists of dragon boat races for professional and amateur teams, along with many cultural and artistic events aimed at adults and children.

In addition to our exciting dragon boat racing program, each year we present a number of arts and other activities that provide fun for the entire family and an appreciation for Chinese culture. These include:

Cultural music and dance performances beneath our large tent
Arts & crafts
Dumpling eating contest
Watermelon eating contest
Food trucks

With the emphasis on competition and fun, the event makes an entertaining day for participants and the entire family!

Here's a video clip of the Peacock Dance by the Chinese Folk Arts Workshop of Boston from our visit.

Races are held on the Blackstone River off the School Street pier in Pawtucket with the festival running from 8 am - 5 pm. Join the thousands who attend each year for great competition, fun, and to learn about Chinese culture. Details here.