Portland Dragon Boat Festival 2026
Registration is CLOSED
The 2026 Festival - 9/12-9/13
Dates
Races run from 9am to 4:30pm each day
September 12th & 13th 2026
Venue
Tom McCall Park
Same beautiful location as in the past. 9am to 4:30pm each day.
Teams
Who's racing in 2026?
See the TeamsWaivers
Participant Waiver Form
Waivers2026 Festival Race Grids and Tent Assignments
Saturday Race Grid (PDF)Saturday Results & Sunday Race Grid (PDF)TENT ASSIGNMENTS (PDF)2026 Festival Finish Line Photos, Videos, and Race Results
Saturday Finish Line PHOTOSSunday Finish Line PHOTOSFinish Line VIDEOS (coming late September)Live Race ResultsSunday FINAL Results (PDF)2026 Festival - Professional Photographer Individual and Team Photos
Saturday PhotographySunday PhotographyGuests and Visitors are Welcome!
There is NO entry fee. No tickets to buy. No crazy online ordering system. Simply come to the park, bring a blanket or chairs, and enjoy the races.
Visitors can watch these exciting races completely free!
Enjoy the racing... visit our delicious food vendors (see list below)... bask in Portland's glorious September weather.
Adults can visit our popular beer garden that overlooks the race finish line and families can hang out in our fun family area.
The 2025 Festival Images and Results
Final Race Results 2025
See the 2025 Videos
VIEW THE 2025 FINISH LINE VIDEOS Our Fabulous Vendors in 2026 ❤️
Cleveland High School's Women's Basketball Team - Pancake breakfast!!
Pancake Breakfast Plates
Pancakes, bacon, sausage, coffee and juice.
Pancakes, bacon, sausage, coffee and juice.
Visit their Instagram
Donut Drop
Donut Drop stands as a beacon of sweet celebration amidst the revelry and excitement. As the music plays and lights twinkle, imagine sinking your teeth into a warm, delectable mini donut. Our custom donut truck is more than just a place to satisfy your sweet tooth; it's a destination that adds an extra layer of joy. Swing by, indulge in our donuts, and let every bite be a celebration.
Visit their site
Lan Su Chinese Garden
The mission of Lan Su Chinese Garden is to cultivate an oasis of tranquil beauty and harmony to inspire, engage, and educate our global community in the appreciation of a richly authentic Chinese culture.
Visit their site
Burnwater
Burnwater is known for our carbon fiber dragon boat paddles handmade in our shop in California, as well as paddling apparel and accessories. Geat Paddlers Love
Visit their site
Cleveland HS Cheer Squad
Cleveland HS Cheerleading is so excited to be back for our third year! We are a high school cheer team earning money for uniforms and supplies for the upcoming year. Come and see us to get race-ready with fairy hair, braiding or a temporary tattoo.
Visit their site
The Corndog company
Hand-dipped corndogs. Known for a honey glaze and made fresh onsite. Corndog perfection!
Visit their site
Sara Mexican Tamales LLC
Organic Mexican Food like but not limited to Tamales, Tacos, Burritos, Sopes, Enchiladas, Quesadillas, Aguas Frescas and more. Vegan, Gluten Free, Vegetarian options available
Visit their site
Arrow Coffee & Desserts
At Arrow Coffee & Desserts, our mission is to provide our community with the highest quality coffee and exceptional customer service.
We believe that coffee should be more than just a morning pick-me-up; it should be an experience that brings people together and brightens their day!
We believe that coffee should be more than just a morning pick-me-up; it should be an experience that brings people together and brightens their day!
Visit their site
Smith brothers
For busy families juggling all the to-dos and looking to avoid one more trip to the grocery store, Smith Brothers is the simplest, most reliable home delivery service in the Pacific Northwest. Get local farm fresh groceries you need every week; delivery is complimentary with all but the smallest of orders, and you always get best-in-class service backed by a 100-year tradition. We promise to help life go right.
Visit their site
Smokin John's Barbeque
Pulled Pork, ribs, chicken, brisket sandwiches, homemade apple coleslaw, apple pie baked beans; plus a unique Pulled Pork Parfait which consists of chili, mac-n-cheese topped with our pulled pork.
Visit their site
community warehouse
We’re your friendly local furniture bank, serving the Portland area for 25 years. How does a furniture bank work? In a nutshell, we collect donated home goods, and work with social service agencies to get those goods in the hands of those who need it most.
Bobablastic
Bobablastic is a fast-growing bubble tea and quick eats brand with over 50 locations nationwide, including a thriving network of franchises. Known for it's vibrant (usually the red trucks!), family-friendly atmosphere and an astonishing variety of flavor combinations, Bobablastic offers something for everyone - from classic milk teas to wildly creative blends.
Visit their site
Dogtopia foundation
We are a Dog Daycare/Boarding/Spa facility that also runs the Dogtopia Foundation where we sponsor Service Dogs for Veterans. We plan to bring a wheel to let attendees have a chance at winning our Dogtopia Swag for their pups or even Free visits to our facility!
Visit their site
Ice cream cart
Hand smashed lemonades, Ice cream bars
Debbye Blum - Trinket Lady
A familiar face at dragon boat festivals up and down the West Coast, Debbye is a beloved merchandiser in the paddling community. Her booth is always a favorite stop, offering a fun mix of gloves, hats, stickers, toys, trinkets, and more. Be sure to swing by, say hello, and check out her collection of festival treasures!
Dragon Box
Known for their fresh and flavorful menu, Dragon Box serves up a variety of bowls, salads, and sandwiches to keep paddlers and visitors fueled throughout the weekend.
In addition to serving delicious food, Dragon Box also manages our OLCC-licensed Beer Garden, providing staff and keeping the good times flowing after the races wrap up. Be sure to stop by for a meal, a drink, and a great view of the festival action!
In addition to serving delicious food, Dragon Box also manages our OLCC-licensed Beer Garden, providing staff and keeping the good times flowing after the races wrap up. Be sure to stop by for a meal, a drink, and a great view of the festival action!
Please Support DragonSports!
DragonSports is a legally organized non-profit corporation under Oregon law, and is a registered 501(c)(3) corporation with the IRS. Donations to DragonSports are tax deductible to the extent provided by law and regulation.
Donate via PayPal
Quick Links
Ready to Volunteer?
Click here to volunteerWe thank you for your past support of DragonSports and look forward to seeing you in September!
View Past Race ResultsLooking for the Rose Festival?
Some DragonSports teams participate in Rose Festival, but the races are organized by the Portland-Kaohsiung Sister City Association (PKSCA), not DragonSports USA.
If you'd like to get a leg-up on Rose Festival, many teams practice year-round in Hong Kong-style dragon boats with DragonSports USA. Contact us and we'll try to connect you with a team.
Visit the PKSA Website for Rose Festival InfoIf you'd like to get a leg-up on Rose Festival, many teams practice year-round in Hong Kong-style dragon boats with DragonSports USA. Contact us and we'll try to connect you with a team.
