Vessi 500 Championship – June 1, 2024

Join us at one of BC’s biggest dragon boat races down at False Creek. Registration now open for 2024 at register.dragonboatbc.ca – LESS THAN 5 SPOTS LEFT!


2024 Registration – Register now at register.dragonboatbc.ca!

Event Key Info

  • Date: Saturday June 1, 2024, est. 9:00 AM-4:30 PM
  • Registration Deadline: Friday May 17, 2024
  • Team Name Change Deadline: TBA, expected May 21, 2024
  • Mandatory Steers/Administrator Meeting: TBA, near Marshalling
  • Roster Caps: 26 paddlers/team*, Junior Division exception: 30 paddlers (*for 2024, up to 30 racers may be listed, but only 26 medals will be awarded)
  • Rules: Standard Dragon Boat BC racing rules
  • NOTE: Waitlist is now open for the Mixed Division. To enter the waitlist, please email info@dragonboatbc.ca to let us know what the team name is (profile must be created on the system), and what division you wish to enter in. Waitlist spots will be filled on a first-come first served basis.

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER!

2024 Race FeesAdult TeamsSenior/BCS/All Access Teams24U TeamsJunior Teams
Mixed Division (3 X 500 M): WAITLIST NOW OPEN$995$795$795$595
Women's Division (3 X 500 M): 1 SPOT LEFT$995$795$795$595
Open Cup (1 X 500 M): 5 SPOTS LEFT$125$125$125$125
Senior C/D Cup (1 X 500 M): 3 SPOTS LEFTN/A$125N/AN/A

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.


Partners and Exhibitors

Vessi | Title Partner Vancouver’s own Vessi is back as our Title Partner for the Vessi 500 Championship! Vessi designs waterproof shoes that look and feel anything but, so you can experience the magic of water. Visit their tent to test your artistic skills by painting a dragon boat, experience Vessi’s waterproof gear lineup in person, and cheer on racers!
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 Vessi 500 Championship merchandise and other paddling gear!
Burnwater | Supporting 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.

 

Stay tuned for more information on our 2024 Vendors and Exhibitors! To be a vendor on site, please email info@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 the following offers at our preferred local hotels.

Sandman Hotel Vancouver Downtown - Stadium District/Downtown Vancouver: Starting at $279

Sandman Hotel Vancouver Downtown – Stadium District/Downtown Vancouver
$279/night up to double occupancy (1 queen), $289/night for 2 queen room ($25 surcharge for 3rd and 4th guest).
Availability between May 31 and June 3, last day to book May 17.
Click here to reserve your rooms online now.

Take in all of Vancouver with a downtown hotel stay at Sandman Hotel Vancouver Downtown offering comfortable rooms & suites with premium amenities. The Sandman is a 5 minute walk from the regatta site.

Downtown Vancouver is just outside the doors waiting for you to check it all out. For those times when you just want to relax and stay in, there’s no shortage of incredible amenities to enjoy, including access to free high-speed Wi-fi throughout. Lounge by the indoor pool anytime of the year, keep up with goals by getting your reps and steps in at our modern fitness centre and flex your business muscles in our 24/7 business centre.

YWCA Vancouver - Stadium District/Downtown Vancouver: Discount code for best rates

YWCA Vancouver – Stadium District/Downtown Vancouver
When booking individual rooms, booking code DBF24-Vessi will provide 10% off best available rate.
Availability May 31-June 2
Booking Instructions: Use booking code DBF24-Vessi online at www.ywcahotel.com. To book for an entire team/as a group, contact mfukuta@ywcavan.org or 604 895 5840.

The YWCA Hotel in downtown Vancouver provides a warm welcome to all travellers. They offer comfortable, safe and affordable accommodation in the heart of downtown’s art and entertainment scene.  The YWCA Hotel is also a 10 minute walk from the regatta site.

Whether travelling with a group, a friend or on your own, they have a room to suit your needs and budget. As a social enterprise hotel by YWCA Metro Vancouver, all revenue generated goes to support YWCA community programs and services supporting single moms and families.

Fairmont Hotel Vancouver - Downtown Vancouver: Starting at $379/night

Fairmont Hotel Vancouver – Downtown Vancouver
$379/night up to double occupancy ($50 surcharge for 3rd and 4th guest).
Availability May 31-June. 
Click here to book online.

The Fairmont Hotel Vancouver is known as the ‘Castle in the City’, symbolizing timeless elegance and luxury since 1939. The Fairmont Hotel Vancouver is a 10 minute public transit ride, or 15 minute walk from the regatta site.

Holding a prime downtown location, we are minutes away from Vancouver’s biggest attractions including Granville Island, Robson Street shopping, Stanley Park Seawall, Vancouver Aquarium, Gastown, and Science World. Our knowledgeable concierge team is delighted to assist with suggestions, dining reservations and more. Be sure to meet their Labrador canine ambassadors, Elly and Ella.

Fairmont Hotel Vancouver is the proud recipient of a Forbes Travel Guide Four Star rating for 2022, and has been voted as one of the Top 10 City Hotels in Canada for the Travel + Leisure World’s Best Awards 2022.

Holiday Inn and Suites: Vancouver Downtown - Davie/Burrard: Starting at $279

Holiday Inn and Suites: Vancouver Downtown – Davie/Burrard
$279/night up to double occupancy ($25 surcharge for 3rd and 4th guest)
Availability May 31-June 3, 2024. Booking deadline May 1.
Click here to book or call 1-800-663-9151 with code VES for assistance.

Steps from trendy Yaletown bars & restaurants, Robson Street and Shopping, Entertainment District, the Holiday Inn is ideal for a comfortable & stylish stay in the heart of the city. The Holiday Inn is a 20 minute bus ride, or 25 minute walk from the regatta site.

Leisure guests can enjoy a stroll along the Vancouver Seawall and take a ferry across False Creek to Granville Island Market. Corporate guests love the hotel’s free Wi-Fi, convenient access to nearby businesses and convention centres. Guests can work in the Business Centre, and book a meeting room that can accommodate up to 110 people. Includes a by-appointment fitness centre and indoor heated pool.


Results and Grids

2024 Vessi 500 Championship Mixed Division Race Grid expected May 27
2024 Vessi 500 Championship Women’s Division Race Grid expected May 27

2023 Vessi 500 Championship Women’s Division Results – Saturday June 3
2023 Vessi 500 Championship Cup and Mixed Division Results – Saturday June 3
2022 Vessi 500 Championship Women’s Division Results – Saturday June 4
2022 Vessi 500 Championship Mixed Division Results – Saturday June 4
2019 Vessi 500 Championship – Saturday June 8 Results
2019 Vessi 500 Championship – Sunday June 9 Mixed Results
2019 Vessi 500 Championship – Sunday June 9 Women Results
2018 Dragon Zone 500 Regatta – Saturday June 9 Results
2018 Dragon Zone 500 Regatta – Sunday June 10 Results
2017 Dragon Zone 500 Regatta – Saturday June 10 Results
2017 Dragon Zone 500 Regatta – Sunday June 11 Results
2016 Dragon Zone 500 Regatta – Saturday June 4 AM Results
2016 Dragon Zone 500 Regatta – Saturday June 4 PM Results
2016 Dragon Zone 500 Regatta – Sunday June 5 AM Results

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


Vessi 500 Championship Public Partners

Thank you to the Province of British Columbia, City of Vancouver, Vancouver Board of Parks and Recreation, and Sport Hosting Vancouver for their generous support of the Vessi 500 Championship.


The Vessi 500 Championship takes place on the traditional, ancestral, and unceded lands and waters of the Musqueam, Squamish, and Tsleil-Waututh peoples.

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