2012 THE YEAR OF THE WATER DRAGON!
Mark Your Calendars: Saturday, September 15, 2012
The Sixth Annual Cleveland Dragon Boat Festival, proudly presented by the Cleveland Dragon Boat Association, will take place on Saturday, September 15, 2012. Please help us to make it the biggest and best festival yet! Congratulations to Team Twist and the Dragon Dream Team for seizing the 2011 Championship Cup in their respective divisons. A full listing of the race results from the 2011 Cleveland Dragon Boat Festival can be viewed here.
The Festival takes place on the West Bank of the Cuyahoga River in Cleveland's historic Flats at Nautica Entertainment Complex, 2000 Sycamore Street. Races will be 500 meters on the Cuyahoga River which, on race day, will be closed to all commercial river traffic.
The Festival acknowledges dragon boat history and its connection with Asian culture and will promote the people and unique cultures of Cleveland's Asian community. Dragon Boat racing incorporates high energy, fitness, team building and recreational exercise in a fun and competitive atmosphere! It is an excellent recreational sport for men and women of all ages and fitness levels. Individual strength is less important than teamwork, coordination and cooperation.
Proceeds from the Cleveland Dragon Boat Festival will benefit The Gathering Place. The Gathering Place is a caring community that supports, educates and empowers individuals and families touched by cancer through programs and services provided free of charge. Join us for thrilling races, team spirit and fun on the banks of the majestic Cuyahoga River in Cleveland's Historic Flats. The races will be an exciting and exhilarating event!
