Dragon Boat Festival 2026

July 3rd to 5th, 2026 Dragon Boat Festival 2026 at Baldeneysee

The dragon boat festival at Baldeneysee takes place from July 3rd to 5th, 2026, and promises exciting competitions on the Essen regatta course. For three days, teams from all over North Rhine-Westphalia will compete in various categories, including the Unified Dragon Cup, the inclusive dragon boat race, and races for fun and recreational teams.

The inclusive dragon boat race shows how sport can bring together people with different abilities.

Dragon boat enthusiasts and those who want to become one can expect a weekend with imaginatively costumed teams, exciting races and a colorful supporting program on the first weekend of July 2026 at Baldeneyseee.

Friday, July 3, 2026 * Unified Dragon Cup | Inclusive dragon boat race

Saturday, July 4, 2026 * Dragon boat race for fun and recreational teams

Sunday, July 5, 2026 * Dragon boat race for fun and recreational teams

Drawing above: Bianca Killmann