River Cities Dragon Boat Festival

04/07/2026

Get ready to make waves for a great cause, Children's Protection Center- Little Rock, AR!

We already have more than 30 teams registered and a list of sponsors we can't wait to highlight! Oh -- and did we mention the food trucks?!?!? We've got a great line up on deck!

AND... we are ready for you to officially register your team, and trust us—you don’t want to miss this high-energy, unforgettable experience! Gather your crew, bring the spirit, and get ready to paddle with purpose: https://www.rivercitiesdragonboatfestival.com/register.

Event t-shirts are now on sale, so please share this with your networks to help support Children's Protection Center- Little Rock, AR: https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/2026-river-cities-dragon-boat-t-shirt.

We’ll also be launching our “wrap” sessions—perfect for both first-time paddlers and seasoned teams looking to sharpen their knowledge.

And mark your calendars: team practice time options will be released May 1!

Every splash, stroke, and cheer helps support Children's Protection Center- Little Rock, AR and the essential services they provide—especially during times when funding can be unpredictable. Your participation truly makes a difference for the kiddos and families in Pulaski County.

So rally your team, sign up, and let’s race toward impact together!

01/22/2026

Dragon Boat teams—your impact goes far beyond the water!

Children's Protection Center- Little Rock, AR invites you to attend "From Blueprint to Belief," a special event that will highlight how your participation through the years has directly supported the children they serve!

Every dollar raised through our dragon boat festival stays right in Pulaski County, helping abused and neglected kiddos on their journey toward hope and healing!

Come see the difference you’ve made—and the lives you’ve helped change!

RSVP here: https://bit.ly/4sQSclG!

11/28/2025

BLACK FRIDAY SALE… Dragon Boat style!

No TVs, no air fryers, no robotic vacuum cleaners — just $100 off team registrations for our 2026 Dragon Boat Festival!

Yes, you read that right.

For the first time ever, we’re offering a can’t-miss, paddle-powered, splash-filled Black Friday deal. Register and pay for your team by December 31, 2025, and snag your spot in what is sure to be our BIGGEST and BEST Dragon Boat event yet!

Here’s the best part:
Your registration doesn’t just lock in your team for an epic day on the water — it also immediately helps Children's Protection Center (CPC) push back against a $700,000 funding cut. Every team that signs up now helps them continue providing hope, healing, and critical services for kiddos who need them most. 💙

So grab your coworkers, your family, your gym buddies, or that competitive group chat… Because nothing says “holiday spirit” like committing to out-paddle your rivals while supporting a truly life-changing cause!

Register now. Laugh later. Paddle fiercely in 2026! Go here TODAY and enter code DISCOUNT2026 to receive your $100 discount: https://bit.ly/3M0oPww. (Discount does not apply to individual registrations.)

And thank you for helping keep Children's Protection Center- Little Rock, AR's mission strong — one boat at a time.

09/03/2025

07/17/2025

Hey dragon boaters! Please join our community of supporters in making Arkansas decision makers aware!

Real Kids. Real Cases. Real Justice.

Every day, CPC helps child abuse victims tell their story, receive healing care, and see justice served.

But this work is in jeopardy. We could possibly lose a combined $700,000 for our local center—which includes cuts from Arkansas Department of Human Services and The Victims of Crime Act (VOCA) funding.

This isn’t about budgets. It’s about protecting children who have been physically or sexually abused.

CPC makes our community safer by being an integral partner in crucial outcomes such as this one: https://bit.ly/4f1OzDi.

Call 501-364-5495 to learn more about how you can contact Arkansas Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders office & your legislators TODAY. Their decisions will determine whether our center survives this.

06/17/2025

Guess what?!?!? We are still in "post event" mode, and have reached more than $245,000!!!

Have you been meaning to support your favorite team or the event in general? No worries! You can still do so by going here TODAY: https://bit.ly/3SMMFf9!

Oh, and we just received the photo files -- so stand by for all the AWESOME event photos!

06/13/2025

06/10/2025

We did it — and we're not done!!!

Thanks to your incredible generosity, we've already raised more than $230,000 toward our mission–and the fundraising isn't over yet!

You may have seen us drying out our tips from jars that were soaked during the storms. That moment was a perfect reminder: every single dollar matters. Whether it came in crispy or soggy, it's helping change lives!

We're so proud of what we've accomplished together—and we're still reaching for more!

Let's keep the momentum going!

Support Children's Protection Center- Little Rock, AR by going here TODAY: https://bit.ly/3SMMFf9!

Oh, and stay tuned for more pics!