Colorado Dragon Boat Race & Festival

​🐉 You're Invited to the Colorado Dragon Boat Festival! 🌊

Date: Sunday, September 7, 2025
Time: Starting at 8:00 AM (RACE STARTS)
This event goes all day. I'll be attending in the AM to see the race itself.
Location: Sloan’s Lake Park, 1700 N Sheridan Blvd, Denver, CO
Admission: FREE!

​Celebrate the vibrant cultures of the Asian American and Pacific Islander communities at one of Colorado’s most beloved festivals! The Colorado Dragon Boat Festival is back for its 25th year, and it’s bigger than ever.

​🚣 Festival Highlights:

• ​Dragon Boat Races kick off at 8:00 AM sharp—cheer on over 50 teams competing in this thrilling 2,000-year-old sport!

• ​Three Performing Arts Stages with 60+ live performances

• ​Asian Marketplace featuring unique gifts, crafts, and artwork

• ​Taste of Asia Food Courts with mouthwatering dishes from top Asian restaurants and chefs

• ​Beer Garden and Live Art Demos including interactive installations

• ​Dragonland for kids and families—kite making, tea education, cooking demos, and more!

​🚗 Getting There:

• ​No onsite parking—FREE shuttles run from Auraria Campus (6:30 AM–8:00 PM)

• ​Ride share drop-off at Sheridan Blvd & W Byron Pl

• ​Bike corrals available (suggested $5 donation)

​📍 More Info & Festival Map: cdbf.org