Summer Regatta sponsored by Concord Pacific – FORMAL NAME ANNOUNCEMENT IN FEBRUARY 2026! – August 22, 2026

Greatness takes time. Time to get your eyes on the prize. Join us for a special one-time only festival celebrating our community and Vancouver! 10% off during early bird registration for 2026 until March 31 at register.dragonboatbc.ca!

Key Event Info

See full Terms and Conditions on register.dragonboatbc.ca. Refund requests accepted until May 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 May 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.

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER!

Map, Navigation, and Key Information

PLEASE NOTE: The event site will be at Concord Pacific Place, and the docks will be on the south shore of False Creek outside Creekside Community Centre.
2026 site map TBA!

Team Tents, Marshalling, and Medals

• Please limit your team tents to a maximum of two 10X10 pop up tents, and limit overflow.
• Teams will be assigned spots in a secure Racer Village area.
• Marshalling and pre-marshalling in effect. Please budget time accordingly.
• Medals: Gold, silver, bronze presented 30 minutes after each final from the medal podium.

On Site Amenities

• Race Registrar: in Plaza by Creekside Community Centre
• Washrooms: located inside Creekside Community Centre, and across event site
• Water: fountain inside Creekside Community Centre and across event site
• First Aid: First Aid attendant near Race Registrar at top of dock ramp. AED and first aid kits on docks and inside Creekside Community Centre
• Food Trucks: Concord Pacific Place
• Music and Family Activities: Watch for more info on the event’s lineup of programming- going from day to night, and the return of the TD Main Stage!
• Vendors: Concord Pacific Place
• Results Board: By Race Registrar and by Racer Village
• Team Photo Wall: By Racer Village and Medal Podium. Visit the team photo wall after your last race, regardless of if you win a medal to capture the day’s memories!

Event Road Detours and Adjustments

Bike slow down zones will be in effect around Concord Pacific Place and Marshalling. A lane of parking on Pacific Boulevard will be temporarily converted into loading zone only for the race day. Additional security measures will be provided around the site along the seawall and Carrall Street and on-water. The closures and detours will be supported by VPD officers on site through the day.

• No Parking Zones: Pacific Boulevard from Griffiths Way to Carrall Street.
• Street Closures: Carall Street from Pacific Boulevard southbound.
• Bike Lane Slow Down Zones: Seawall from Plaza of Nations to Concord Community Park
• Racer Drop Off: Pacific Boulevard from Griffiths Way to Carrall Street (strict 2 minute drop off only)
• Parking: Pay parking lots available by Rogers Arena. Racers will be provided 1 parking pass per team for the marked parking lots.

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.

Community Programming: TD Main Stage, Community Pavilions, Roaming Entertainment, and More

This is Vancouver. This is our heart beat. Enjoy top tier local talent, cultural programming, and surprises all day and night long. From headliner music concerts on the TD Main Stage, to hands-on arts and crafts for all ages alongside artisan demonstrations in our community pavilions, or moments of delight across our site, we’re hard at work creating a unique experience that puts our community front and centre. All programming is free. Dragon Boat BC’s cultural programs are presented with the support of the BC Arts Council and Government of British Columbia. 2026 programming will be announced in Summer 2026.

Partners and Exhibitors

Concord Pacific | Title Partner	Concord Pacific is proud to be a founding partner of Dragon Boat BC. Dragon boating on False Creek embodies the inclusive lifestyle that makes Vancouver such a rich community; a community all Vancouverites should be proud of!Concord Pacific supports events like this so that everyone has an opportunity to be a part of our community. Watch the Festival’s races and special content on the livestream at concordlive.ca!
TD | Premier Partner	TD is proud to be part of the celebrations, as the event’s Premier Partner and TD Main Stage title partner! Come visit the TD tents at the TD Main Stage for the best seats in the house, games, and the Festival’s concert series featuring a 100% local artist lineup!
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 event merchandise and other paddling gear!

To be a sponsor, food truck, or vendor on site, please email activations@dragonboatbc.ca for assistance.

Visiting Teams

Coming from out of town or abroad? We look forward to welcoming you to the area, and helping you make the most of your time while you’re here. If you require information on local attractions, hotels, visas, or other services, please email info@dragonboatbc.ca. We are pleased to provide offers at our preferred local hotels soon. Please email info@dragonboatbc.ca in the interim if you require assistance.

Event Public Partners

Thank you to the Government of Canada, Province of British Columbia, City of Vancouver, Vancouver Board of Parks and Recreation, BC Arts Council, and Sport Hosting Vancouver for their generous support of the event.

For more information, please email info@dragonboatbc.ca.

This event takes place on the traditional, ancestral, and unceded lands and waters of the Musqueam, Squamish, and Tsleil-Waututh peoples.