Lake Bemidji Dragon Boat Festival

06/04/2026

🌊 Let’s take it back 10 years! Watch this throwback video to see what Dragon Boat looked like a decade ago and relive the excitement from past festivals. It’s amazing to see how far we’ve come! Were you there to experience it? 🐲

The 2016 Lake Bemidji Dragon Boat Festival will be August 3 - 6 at ...

05/29/2026

Time is running out! Early Bird Registration ends June 1st, don’t miss your chance to save $100 on your team entry!

Get your crew together and join us on Lake Bemidji for an unforgettable weekend of racing, fun, and community spirit! 🌊

Plus, registered teams are automatically entered for a chance to win 50% off their registration fees. Sign up before it’s too late!
https://bemidjidragonboat.com/online-registration/

05/27/2026

Looking to showcase your business while supporting the Bemidji community? Become a Dragon Boat sponsor and help support one of the area’s biggest summer events; all while giving back through the Bemidji Rotary Club and Bemidji Area Chamber of Commerce!

Check out our website for full sponsorship details and benefits 👇
https://bemidjidragonboat.com/sponsors/become-a-sponsor/

05/22/2026

Let’s take a walk down memory lane together as we celebrate 20 incredible years of the Lake Bemidji Dragon Boat Festival! 🚣‍♂️✨

We’re asking our Dragon Boat community to help us celebrate by sharing your favorite throwback photos and stories from festivals past. From race day action to behind-the-scenes fun, we want to see the moments that made Dragon Boat special to you.

📸 Submit your photos in the comments or send us a message!

Please note: By submitting your photos, you are allowing Lake Bemidji Dragon Boat to use them in promotional and marketing materials for the 20th anniversary celebration.

05/20/2026

We’re looking back at WCCO’s 2016 Dragon Boat coverage and all the memories made on Lake Bemidji! Watch the behind-the-scenes action, meet the teams, and see what makes this event so special.

Ready to paddle? Sign your team up today for the festival’s 20th anniversary year! 🚣‍♀️ 🐲

Amelia Santaniello and Liz Collin had to see what it’s like to be a part of a Dragon Boat team!WCCO 4 News At 10 – August 4, 2016

05/15/2026

Register your team by June 1 and save $100 on your Dragon Boat registration! 🚣

As a bonus, you’ll also be entered into a random drawing for the chance to win 50% off your team’s registration fees! 🐉 Sign up today and see if you're team is the lucky winner! 🤞

👉 https://bemidjidragonboat.com/online-registration/dragon-boat-race-registration/

05/08/2026

The Lake Bemidji Dragon Boat Festival is turning 20, but there’s always something new to learn! 🐉🚣

These 40-foot boats hold a full team working in sync, racing 400 meters in a high-energy, crowd-filled environment. But it’s not just about the races, the full festival includes live music, activities, and plenty to experience on and off the water!

Whether you’re thinking about joining a team or just coming to watch, there’s something for everyone. (PS don't forget Early Bird Registration is currently open!!)

👉 Head to our FAQs page to get all the details!
https://bemidjidragonboat.com/online-registration/tips-and-faq/

05/01/2026

🐦‍⬛ Early Bird Savings Are Here!
Now’s the time to rally your crew and get signed up for Dragon Boat! Register your team by June 1 and you’ll save $100 on your entry. Don’t wait you don’t want to miss out on this milestone year!

Click the link below to get started ⬇️
https://bemidjidragonboat.com/online-registration/

04/24/2026

🐉🎉 Dragon Boat is back – and we’re celebrating 20 years! 🌊

Join us July 30 - August 1, 2026 for the 20th Annual Lake Bemidji Dragon Boat Festival presented by Paul Bunyan Communications! Get ready for a full weekend of racing, food, entertainment, and community fun on the shores of Lake Bemidji.
From thrilling races to Taco Fest, live music, and the annual Co****le Tournament –this milestone year is one you won’t want to miss!

Come celebrate two decades of tradition, teamwork, and making waves with us! 🙌

08/04/2025

🐉✨ That’s a wrap on the 2025 Lake Bemidji Dragon Boat Festival!

A huge THANK YOU to all the incredible teams who paddled, the businesses who sponsored, and the amazing community who showed up to cheer, volunteer, and celebrate with us all weekend long!

A special shoutout to our Presenting Sponsor, Paul Bunyan Communications, for their continued support in making this event possible.

💙 Until next year, Bemidji — thank you for another unforgettable festival!

View the final race results on our website:
https://bemidjidragonboat.com/