North America’s flagship dragon boat festival returns after two-year hiatus

The Concord Pacific Dragon Boat Festival returns to the waters of Vancouver’s False Creek this month for the first time since the pandemic.

Organizers held a show-and-tell Thursday to show off some of this year’s boats.

City Councillor Sarah Kirby-Yung was among the dignitaries at the announcement, who emphasized the work by the nine artists resulted in ” beautiful boats.”

“I really want to note that the dragon boat is not just a sport festival, but it is also a cultural festival and it bridges sport, culture and communities and brings people together,” she said.

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Vancouver Park Board Chair Stuart McKinnon added he is excited to see the racers back in the water.

“This year’s festival promises to be a truly spectacular occasion and a wonderful opportunity for our diverse communities to come together and reconnect.”

The festival is on from June 24 to 26. Admission is free.