Jun 09 2024
Boston Hong Kong Dragon Boat Festival

Boston Hong Kong Dragon Boat Festival

Presented by Boston Dragon Boat Festival, Inc. at John W. Weeks Foot Bridge

Join for the Boston Hong Kong Dragon Boat Festival on June 9th, 2024, noon to 5:00PM 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; immerse yourself in a day filled with cultural performances and demonstrations from the Greater Boston area's Asian communities, hands-on arts and crafts activities, and 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 Info

FREE

Dates & Times

2024/06/09 - 2024/06/09

Location Info

John W. Weeks Foot Bridge

Cambridge, MA

Accessibility Info

Boston Hong Kong Dragon Boat Festival is an open outdoor cultural festival. All activities and viewing of dragon boat races are accessible by wheelchair.