Feel the drumbeats echo through the city, the splash of paddles slicing through the Pearl River—Dragon Boat Race season is back, and Guangzhou is where it roars the loudest.
Before we dive into where to watch the action, here’s your chance to be part of the excitement—Urbannites by That’s Guangzhou and Yangji Village Community are hosting two special events where you don’t just spectate, you experience.
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Dragon Boats Invitation Day on May 31
Get ready to celebrate Dragon Boat Festival like never before! On Saturday, May 31, Urbanites and Yangji Village bring you an all-day cultural celebration at Guangzhou’s Dragon Boat & Folk Art hub. Dive into the traditions of Zhao Jing with bilingual guided storytelling, watch the epic folk parade and dragon boat procession, explore a vibrant market of herbal sachets and crafts, and learn to wrap your own zongzi in our rice-dumpling workshop. Plus, enjoy exclusive Urbanites gift packs and check-in surprises. A perfect blend of culture, fun, and hands-on discovery awaits!
Early Bird Tickets: RMB188
Standard Tickets & At Door: RMB238
*FREE for children under 1 meter
Saturday, May 31, 8am-3pm
Elong Hotel, No.293 Guangzhou Dadao Zhong, Yuexiu 越秀区广州大道中293号外商艺龙酒店（珠江新城店）
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Dragon Boats Meet Childhood Dreams on June 1
Bring the whole family to celebrate Children's Day on Sunday, June 1, with a whimsical day of fun at Yangji Village! From DIY zongzi-making to dragon boat storytelling, kids can explore traditions through creativity. Shop at the folk craft market, enjoy a delicious children’s buffet lunch, and join an unforgettable dragon boat race where dads and boys team up and row together. Don’t miss out on exclusive gifts, prize draws, and the joy of making lifelong memories by the water.
Early Bird Tickets: RMB188
Standard Tickets & At Door: RMB238
*FREE for children under 1 meter
Sunday, June 1, 10am-4pm
Elong Hotel, No.293 Guangzhou Dadao Zhong, Yuexiu 越秀区广州大道中293号外商艺龙酒店（珠江新城店）
READ MORE: Join NOW! A Family Adventure by the Water on Children's Day
Dragon Boat Race in Guangzhou 2025
Tianhe District
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May 29
2025 Chebei Dragon Boat Race
9.30am-2pm
Chebeichong (creek), Chebei Village 车陂村车陂涌
May 31
Liede Dragon Boat Invitation Day
In the morning (TBC)
Liedechong (creek), Liede Village 猎德村猎德涌
Dragon Boat Parade
In the afternoon (TBC)
Liedechong (creek), Liede Village 猎德村猎德涌
June 1
2025 Guangzhou International Dragon Boat Invitational Tournament (40th Anniversary Edition)
9am-4.30pm
Between Sun Yat-sen University North Gate Plaza and Guangzhou Bridge 中大北门广场至广州大桥之间的珠江河段
June 14
2025 Tianhe District Dragon Boat Invitational Tournament
From 1pm
Cencun Reservoir, Huolu Mountain Forest Park South Gate 火炉山森林公园南门（天河区长兴街岑村水库）
Haizhu District
Image by Billy Jiang/That's
May 28
Guanzhou Village Dragon Boat Invitation Day
In the morning (TBC)
Guangzhou Village Wharf, Guangzhou Bio Island 广州生物岛官洲村埠头
May 31
Haizhucong Dragon Boat Invitation Day
In the morning (TBC)
Haizhucong (creek), 联星小港片区海珠涌
Haizhu Wetland Park Dragon Boat Tongxin Tournament
In the afternoon (TBC)
Haizhu Wetland Park Phase II (Near Ailian Pavilion) 海珠湿地公园二期（爱莲亭）
June 1
Tuhua Village Dragon Boat Race
In the morning (TBC)
In front of the Hongsheng Temple, Tuhua Village 土华村洪圣庙前广场
June 2
Haizhu Wetland Park Dragon Boat Open Tournament
In the afternoon (TBC)
Haizhu Wetland Park Phase II (Near Ailian Pavilion) 海珠湿地公园二期（爱莲亭）
Yuexiu District
Image by That's
May 31 & June 1
Yangji Dragon Boat Invitation Day
9am-12 noon
Between Ersha Island and Jiangyue Lu 二沙岛与江月路之间的珠江支流二沙涌上
Yangji Dragon Boat Friendship Tournament
In the afternoon (TBC)
Between Ersha Island and Jiangyue Lu 二沙岛与江月路之间的珠江支流二沙涌上
Liwan District
Image via 广州荔湾发布/WeChat
June 1
60th Longxi & Shaxi Dragon Boat Invitation Day
In the afternoon (TBC)
Shaxi, Guangfo Waterway 广佛水道沙溪河段
June 7
Lizhiwan Dragon Boat Parade
In the afternoon (TBC)
Lizhiwanchong (creek) 荔枝湾涌
June 14
Lizhiwan Dragon Boat Invitation Day
In the afternoon (TBC)
From the Crossroad of Baihua Lu and Huanhua Lu to Suiyan Bridge 百花路浣花路交界河段至穗盐桥河段
Baiyun District
Image via 广州白云发布/WeChat
May 27
Banghu Dragon Boat Race
9am-6pm
Banghu, Liuxi River, Renhe Town 人和镇流溪河蚌湖段
May 29
Yahu Park Dragon Boat Race
In the morning (TBC)
Yahu Park, Liuxi River, Renhe Town 人和镇流溪河鸦湖段鸦湖公园
May 31
Jinsha Street Hengsha Dragon Boat Race
In the morning (TBC)
Jinyuzui Wharf, Pearl River West 珠江西航道锦鱼咀码头
Shimajing Dragon Boat Friendship Tournament
In the morning (TBC)
Shimajing, Liuxi River, Junhe Street 均禾街流溪河石马段
June 2
Gaozeng Dragon Boat Race
1pm-6pm
Gaozeng, Liuxi River, Renhe Town 人和镇流溪河高增段
Curious about the origin and meaning of Zhao Jing or Dragon Boat Invitation Day?
READ MORE: Explainer: Zhao Jing Turns Dragon Boat Festival Into a Parade
[Cover image by Billy Jiang/That's]
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