Dragon Boat Festival @ Georgetown Waterfront Park

Name: Dragon Boat Festival @ Georgetown Waterfront Park
Start: 2026-05-16T08:00:00-04:00
End: 2026-05-16T17:30:00-04:00
Location: Georgetown Waterfront Park (K St. & Wisconsin Ave. NW)

May 16, 2026 @ 8:00 am-5:30 pm

Get ready for a dragon-sized day along the waterfront! On May 16, 2026 — the Dragon Boat Festival returns to the Potomac River!

Held along the Georgetown Waterfront, this popular annual festival features exciting dragon boat races alongside cultural demonstrations and entertainment. To get the best view, learn more about the venue, parking, and more.

The tradition honors the 2,300-year-old legend of Qu Yuan, a Chinese poet and statesman whose story inspired the sport of dragon boating — a fascinating piece of history that brings depth and meaning to every race on the water.

Find the event at Georgetown Waterfront Park (3303 Water St. NW, Washington, DC 20007).

Details

Date: May 16, 2026
Time:
8:00 am-5:30 pm
Event Categories: 1) Ages 5 & Under, 2) Elem School-Age, 3) Middle School-Age, 4) High School-Age, 5) Just for Parents, Outdoor Fun, Regional
Website: https://tinyurl.com/ys3depfm

Venue

Georgetown Waterfront Park (K St. & Wisconsin Ave. NW)
2900 K St. NW #509
Washington, DC,, DC 20037 United States

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