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UK Chinese Dragon Boat Festival (CDBF) has been a fast growing event including amateur team dragon boat racing, diversity of culture show and presentations, and taste of authentic food since it was first held in 2012 at MediaCityUK, Salford

05/06/2026

Want a weekend that’s different in the best way?

Watch the races, follow the rivalries, and enjoy the build-up to every start as the boats line up and the crowd leans in. The UK Chinese Dragon Boat Festival lands at Salford MediaCity & The Quays, 13-14 June 2026.

www.dragonboatfestival.uk/

03/06/2026

A cultural highlight with serious festival energy.

The lion performance is one of those moments that makes the weekend feel bigger, louder, and more alive. Catch it on shore and feel the atmosphere shift as the performance draws the crowd in.

www.dragonboatfestival.uk/artsfestival

01/06/2026

The 2026 event programme is now available to read online, with everything you need to plan your weekend at the UK Chinese Dragon Boat Festival at Salford MediaCity & The Quays (13–14 June 2026).

Take a look through the schedule, cultural performances, and key information so you can make the most of the racing and the festival atmosphere.

www.dragonboatfestival.uk/about

29/05/2026

A huge thank you to Quayside, the major shopping and leisure destination for supporting the UK Chinese Dragon Boat Festival.

From their amazing waterside location to the behind-the-scenes help, Quayside are helping make the festival experience even better for teams, performers, sponsors and spectators alike. They’re also backing the weekend with gifts, prizes and exclusive discounts for visitors, so there’s even more to enjoy between races and performances.

With a great mix of shops, well-known brands, cafés, and restaurants, Quayside is the perfect place to top up your day and get even more out of your visit to Salford Quays.

quaysidesalford.co.uk/

27/05/2026

Last chance to enter. Entries close this Friday.

If you want to be on the water at Salford MediaCity & The Quays on 13–14 June 2026, make sure your team entry is submitted in time.

www.dragonboatfestival.uk

25/05/2026

Plan your festival weekend.

The Festival Schedule is your guide to what’s happening on and off the water across 13-14 June 2026 at Salford MediaCity & The Quays.

www.dragonboatfestival.uk/eventschedule

22/05/2026

We’re delighted to welcome Juneyao Air as a Gold Sponsor of this year’s UK Chinese Dragon Boat Festival in Salford.

As we celebrate Salford’s centenary year, the festival is a proud opportunity to honour Chinese culture and heritage, bring communities together, and recognise the important relationship between the UK and China.

Thank you to Juneyao Air for your valued support in helping us make this special celebration possible.
Juneyao Air is a well-regarded Chinese airline known for its quality service, modern fleet and growing international network. By connecting people and places, Juneyao Air helps support cultural exchange, business links and stronger global relationships.

global.juneyaoair.com

20/05/2026

Celebrating Friendship & Heritage at Salford Quays

This year’s Chinese Dragon Boat Festival in Salford Quays coincides with a special gathering, the Royal Naval Association’s National Conference. Over the weekend of 13th & 14th June, representatives from all 13 RNA Areas across the UK will come together for a conference, a celebratory black-tie dinner, and a service of remembrance.

There’s a rich history of friendship between the Royal Navy and the Chinese community. From the 1930s until 2023, Chinese sailors served alongside Royal Navy sailors and officers, forging bonds and creating memories that many RNA members still cherish today.

As the RNA joins the festival weekend, we look forward to honouring these shared stories and celebrating the spirit of partnership that continues to thrive in Salford. Here’s to a truly memorable weekend of connection, remembrance, and cultural celebration.

www.dragonboatfestival.uk/

18/05/2026

Don’t leave it late. Entries close Friday 29 May.

Get your team confirmed for a weekend of dragon boat racing, atmosphere, and waterfront entertainment at Salford MediaCity & The Quays.

www.dragonboatfestival.uk

15/05/2026

We’re delighted to welcome Hainan Airlines as a Gold Sponsor of this year’s UK Chinese Dragon Boat Festival in Salford.
As we celebrate Salford’s centenary year, the festival is a proud opportunity to honour Chinese culture and heritage, bring communities together, and recognise the important relationship between the UK and China.

Thank you to Hainan Airlines for your valued support in helping us make this special celebration possible.
Hainan Airlines is a leading international airline, recognised for its high standards of service, comfort and global connectivity. With routes linking China to destinations around the world, the airline plays an important role in supporting travel, cultural exchange and international relationships.

www.hainanairlines.com

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Salford Watersports Centre
Salford
M503SQ

Website

https://dragonboatfestival.uk/

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