Toronto 
Events Description
On average, over 5,000 athletes participating in the heritage dragon boat race with over 80 local artists, artisans and heritage performers, 200+ volunteers participating in this 2-day festival.
The Festival includes competitive heritage dragon boat races for all ages and physical abilities, entertainment, cultural and heritage, and tourism enhancement activities. The Festival has been proven to be a valuable platform reaching out to diverse groups of visitors and tourists across the Country and internationally.
Free for spectators.
The Toronto International Dragon Boat Festival will feature music, demonstrations, and authentic Chinese cultural performances throughout the day.
WHEN & WHERE
Date: June 13 & 14, 2026 – Schedule
Venue – Centre Island, Toronto Islands
The event will take place on Toronto Island. Access via a short ferry ride from the Jack Layton Ferry Terminal. The Terminal is located at the foot of Bay Street and Queens Quay, just west of the Westin Harbour Castle Hotel.
