Harrison Dragon Boat Festival – July 24, 2027

Escape with us to Harrison Lake for the weekend! Registration for 2027 opens soon at register.dragonboatbc.ca: take 10% off registration until March 31! Presented in partnership between Dragon Boat BC and Harrison Paddling Club.

Key Event Info

Event DateSaturday July 24, est 8:30 AM-5:30 PM
Team Registration/Name Change DeadlineFriday July 9, 5:00 PM
E-Waiver and Roster Deadline (all waivers/ rosters submitted online at register.dragonboatbc.ca)Friday, July 16, 5:00 PM
Mixed and Women's Division Mandatory Steers/Administrator Briefing~8:00 AM near Finish Line Tower
Race Address/Land LocationEsplanade Avenue and Hot Springs Road, Village of Harrison Hot Springs
Roster Caps26 paddlers/team*, Junior Division exception: 30 paddlers (*for 2027, up to 30 racers may be listed, but only 26 medals will be awarded for all medalling teams)
Race RulesStandard Dragon Boat BC racing rules. NOTE: Races in July onwards do NOT require a female steersperson for women's teams.
2027 Race FeesAdult TeamsSenior/BCS/All Access Teams24U TeamsJunior Teams
Mixed Division (3 X 500 M): $1,400$1,150$1,150$850
Women's Division (3 X 500 M): $1,400$1,150$1,150$850

Map, Navigation, and Key Information

Team Tents

  • Please limit your team tents to a maximum of two 10X10 pop up tents, and limit overflow.
  • Please keep team tents out of marshalling and pre-marshalling areas.
  • Racer wristbands are not required. Teams will be allowed to set up their tents in the designated area only on Friday from 3-5 PM Saturday starting at 7:30 AM.
  • Teams are NOT permitted to set-up their tent on the grass/outside the designated area unless there are specific reasons required to do so. If this is the case, please check-in at Race Registrar before setting up your tent.
  • Please note that tent spaces will not be marked, but can follow the sandy portion of the beach between Harrison Lake and the Lagoon. Please ask at the information tent before setting up your tent if you require additional information.
  • REMINDER: Teams are responsible for making sure tents are secured with their own weights or sandbags. Tents will blow away if they are not weighted down. No spikes are allowed, as the tents will be on sand.
  • Liquor consumption, BBQ’s, open fires, and commercial activity is strictly prohibited without permission from the Festival.

Marshalling and Medals

  • Marshalling and pre-marshalling in effect. Please budget time accordingly. A race number flip chart will be provided by the Race Registrar tent and by Marshalling.
  • Medals: Gold, silver, bronze awarded 20 minutes after each final from Race Registrar tent.
  • Team Photos: Regardless of whether you’re first in the race or first in your lane, we invite you to visit our official photographer after your final race by the photo backdrop to get your official team photo in!

On Site Amenities

  • Race Registrar: in Plaza by the permanent washroom facility by the racer area beside the Lagoon
  • Washrooms: permanent washrooms facility by the racer area beside the Lagoon (marked with blue flags)
  • Water: Harrison has installed a bottle refill station on the side of the washroom facility by the racer area beside the Lagoon. (marked with blue flags) Bottled water WILL NOT be available from the Festival. Please bring your own reusable water bottle to reduce the Festival’s impact on the environment.
  • First Aid: First Aid attendant beside Race Registrar by washrooms
  • Vendors: Grassy area between Marshalling and Race Registrar
  • Results Board: In front of the permanent washroom facility by the racer area beside the Lagoon
  • Racer Parking: Click here for directions to racer overflow parking at 435 Hot Springs Road on the grassy field (enter from Miami River Drive).

Partners and Exhibitors

Oddball Workshop | Supporting Partner  Oddball Workshop is one of Canada’s premier suppliers of sublimated garments. Specializing in Canadian made custom paddle sport apparel for teams and clubs of all levels, Oddball provides quick turnaround times. Their in-house design and production teams ensure creative designs, top quality paddler-focused technical fabrics, and attention to detail. Visit their tent on-site to pick up exclusive Vessi 500 Championship merchandise and other paddling gear!

To be a sponsor, food truck, or vendor on site, please email info@dragonboatbc.ca for assistance.

Visiting Teams

Coming from out of town or abroad? We look forward to welcoming you to the area, and helping you make the most of your time while you’re here. If you require information on local attractions, hotels, visas, or other services, please email info@dragonboatbc.ca. We are pleased to provide offers at our preferred local hotels soon.

Harrison Hot Springs Resort: 2027 info TBC

Harrison Hot Springs Resport
TBC rate up to double occupancy (2 queen) for East Tower, $289/night up to double occupancy (2 queen) for West Tower, ($25 surcharge for 3rd and 4th guest).
Availability July TBC . Booking cutoff May TBC .
Click here for hotel information.

TO BOOK: Go to harrisonresort.com then follow these steps:
1. Select Special
2. Select Book Now
3. Select Add Code – Click Discount Code
4. Select Group Attendee, enter your Group Code: TBC

Take in the scenic beauty, natural attractions and outdoor adventures of Harrison Hot Springs, B.C. Located on the shoreline of Harrison Lake, our relaxing, pet-friendly resort has charm, modern amenities, and a classic resort feel. The Resort is a 5 minute walk to the Festival race site.

Since 1886, travelers have found comfort and healing from our five hot mineral springs pools and the therapeutic spa treatments they inspire. Just beyond our doorstep, the surrounding beauty beckons you to come out and play, whether setting off on a fishing charter from our marina, enjoying a breathtaking ride high above the Fraser Canyon Gorge on the Hell’s Gate Airtram or doing nothing more than lounging by one of our pools.

Results and Grids

2026 Harrison Dragon Boat Festival Results – Saturday, July 25, 2026
2025 Harrison Dragon Boat Festival Results – Saturday July 26, 2025
2024 Harrison Dragon Boat Festival Results – Saturday July 27, 2024
2023 Harrison Dragon Boat Festival Results – Saturday July 22, 2023
2020-2022 Harrison Dragon Boat Festivals cancelled to COVID-19

Prior results pending; if you have copies of Harrison Dragon Boat Festival results prior to 2020, please send copies to info@dragonboatbc.ca as we rebuild our website!

Harrison Dragon Boat Festival Public Partners and Host Organization

The Harrison Dragon Boat Festival is presented in partnership between Dragon Boat BC and Harrison Paddling Club, with the support of the Province of British Columbia. For more information on the Festival, please email info@dragonboatbc.ca.

The Harrison Dragon Boat Festival takes place on the traditional, ancestral, and unceded lands and waters of multiple nations, including the Sts’ ailes peoples.

© 2026 Canadian International Dragon Boat Festival Society