Returning June 25-27, 2027

NEW FOR 2026: Join us and cheer on Junior and 24U teams as we start the season on False Creek with 200M sprints! Then, kick off the season on False Creek with 200M sprints with teams of all ages in the afternoon of the Burnwater Youth Regatta! Registration is now closed: we look forward to welcoming 85 teams to the water- our largest Spring Sprint/Youth Regatta to date!
| Burnwater Youth Regatta Event Date | Saturday May 2, 2026, est 10:00 AM-12:30 PM |
| Burnwater Spring Sprint Event Date | Saturday May 2, 2026, est 12:00-5:00 PM |
| Team Registration/Name Change Deadline | Friday, April 17, 2026 |
| E-Waiver/Roster Deadline (all waivers and rosters submitted online at register.dragonboatbc.ca) | Friday April 24, 5:00 PM |
| Mandatory Steers/Administrator Briefing | 9:00 AM (Youth Regatta)/11:00 AM (Spring Sprint) near Marshalling |
| Race Address/Land Location | Olympic Village/1 Athletes Way |
| Roster Caps | 26 paddlers/team*, Junior Division exception: 30 paddlers (*for 2026, up to 30 racers may be listed, but only 26 medals will be awarded in the 24U division. Junior Division teams will receive 30 medals ONLY in the Youth Regatta. Junior teams in the Spring Sprint will only get 26 medals.) |
| Race Rules | Standard Dragon Boat BC racing rules |
NOTE: In the event a division does not have sufficient teams to run multiple rounds, times and medals will be determined in a Round system where times will be added together for final placement.
See full Terms and Conditions on register.dragonboatbc.ca. Refund requests accepted until March 31, and provided: to original method of payment or cheque minus 25% administration fee, or full credit valid until September 30 of the following year. No refunds/credits given after March 31. Transfers to a different team, or divisional or name changes are only allowed until each race registration deadline subject to capacity. Prices are in Canadian dollars, and subject to applicable taxes. In the event of full event cancellation due to smoke, heat, or public health emergencies, race fees will be: fully refunded or carried forward for future use on a Dragon Boat BC gift card.
Please see above for the 2026 site map! Please do NOT use the South part of Milton Wong Plaza for tents (Birds Plaza) as there is another event happening simultaneously.
Event Road Detours and Adjustments
As part of adjustments beginning in 2025 due to the seawall closure, all events in Olympic Village will follow the same footprint moving forward. The closures and detours will be supported by VPD officers on site through the day.
For any day-of issues, please email info@dragonboatbc.ca or call 604 688 2382 extension 1 to reach our staff, or call the City of Vancouver at 311 for support.
Team Tents, Marshalling, and Medals
On Site Amenities
Burnwater | Title Partner |
Burnwater paddles set the new standard of excellence in dragon boating. Designed using proprietary technologies, their paddles are easily the lightest, strongest, and most responsive paddles on the market. Core is everything and central to the design of their blade is HALO (High Strength/Low Density) technology. Paired with precise rounded edges to maintain pressure/laminar flow results in what we feel is one of the best catches, and aerospace carbon fiber ensures the strongest and highest quality fibers in the paddle. Experience the difference that passion for paddling makes. Visit their on-site booth to demo a paddle, pick up paddling gear, or grab a new paddle for the season ahead. |
Oddball Workshop | Supporting Partner |
Oddball Workshop (Official Team Outfitter) is one of Canada’s premier suppliers of sublimated garments. Specializing in Canadian made custom paddle sport apparel for teams and clubs of all levels, Oddball provides quick turnaround times. Their in-house design and production teams ensure creative designs, top quality paddler-focused technical fabrics, and attention to detail. Visit their tent on-site to pick up exclusive Burnwater Youth Regatta/Spring Sprint merchandise and other paddling gear! |
Visit vendors and community exhibitors at the Regatta to see unique items and experiences from our community.
Enjoy a taste of our community at our food trucks on site! Please note: Most food and beverage vendors only accept digital payments.
To be a sponsor, food truck, or vendor on site, please email activations@dragonboatbc.ca for assistance.
2026 Burnwater Youth Regatta Race Grid – Saturday May 2
2025 Burnwater Youth Regatta Results – Saturday May 3
2024 Burnwater Youth Regatta Race Results – Saturday May 4
2023 Burnwater Youth Regatta Race Results – Saturday May 6
2022 Dragon Zone Youth Regatta Results – Saturday May 7
2019 Dragon Zone Youth Regatta Results – Saturday May 11
2018 Dragon Zone Youth Regatta Results – Saturday May 12
2017 Dragon Zone Junior Regatta Results – Saturday May 13
2026 Burnwater Spring Sprint Race Grid – Saturday May 2
2025 Burnwater Spring Sprint Results – Saturday May 3
2024 Burnwater Spring Sprint Race Results – Saturday May 4
2023 Burnwater Spring Sprint Race Results – Saturday May 6
For more information, please email info@dragonboatbc.ca.
Thank you to the Province of British Columbia,the City of Vancouver, Vancouver Board of Parks and Recreation, and Sport Hosting Vancouver for their generous support of the Burnwater Youth Regatta and Spring Sprint.
The Burnwater Youth Regatta and Spring Sprint takes place on the traditional, ancestral, and unceded lands and waters of the Musqueam, Squamish, and Tsleil-Waututh peoples.