2025 Hong Kong International Dragon Boat Races

Get ready for the 2025 Hong Kong International Dragon Boat Races as they make a spectacular return to Victoria Harbour! On 7–8 June, witness legendary dragon boat races off the Tsim Sha Tsui East Promenade, where thousands of dragon boat athletes from around the world will compete for glory against the backdrop of Hong Kong’s iconic skyline.

Join us in this time-honoured tradition for a weekend filled with adrenaline-pumping races, vibrant festivities and electrifying energy. Cheer on the paddlers as they race their colourful boats to the thunderous beat of traditional drums. Whether you are a professional athlete, a passionate fan or simply looking an unforgettable experience, this is an event you can’t afford to miss!

Stay tuned for updates on this year’s Hong Kong International Dragon Boat Races!

Event details

Dates: 7–8 June 2025 (Saturday to Sunday)
Time: 8am – 6pm*
Venue: Off Tsim Sha Tsui East Promenade

*The time is subject to change without prior notice.

Race categories – Standard Boat

7 June 2025 (Saturday)

Races

International Open Championship
International Mixed Championship
International Women’s Championship
Open Championship
Mixed Championship
Women’s Championship
Post-Secondary Schools Championship cum HKCDBA Chairman Shield
President Shield

8 June 2025 (Sunday)

Races

International Open Grand Championship
International Mixed Grand Championship
International Women’s Grand Championship
International Open Silver Cup
International Mixed Silver Cup
International Women’s Silver Cup
International Cancer Survivors’ Championship
Secondary Schools Championship
Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area Championship
18 Districts Trophy
Fancy Dress Competition

Prize Money

Online registration for dragon boat teams is now open until 11:59pm, 2 April 2025 (Hong Kong Time, UTC+8).

For more information, please visit the Hong Kong China Dragon Boat Association’s website.

Enquiries

Secretariat of 2025 Hong Kong International Dragon Boat Races

Hotline: +852 5660 8146 / +852 3110 0079 (9am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, excluding public holidays)

Email: hkidbr@hkcdba.org

Acknowledgement

Co-organiser

Hong Kong China Dragon Boat Association

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