Mountain Maryland Dragon Boat Festival

04/21/2026

SHOUT OUT TO OUR GOLD SPONSOR, First United Bank & Trust !

We are so thankful for their ongoing support and participation in this event! They are always fierce contenders in the race!

Come on out on Saturday, August 22 at Broadford Park, and watch their dragon boat team compete for the trophy!

THANK YOU SO MUCH! 🌲🚣🎄🚣

04/20/2026

SHOUT OUT TO OUR SUPER SPONSOR, Beitzel Corporation and Pillar Innovations! The Super Sponsor is the top level sponsorship for BOTH the Dragon Boat Festival and the Festival of Trees, Garrett County!

We are so thankful for their ongoing support of these events. Come on out on Saturday, August 22 at Broadford Park, and watch their dragon boat team compete for the trophy!

Then join us at the Festival of Trees on November 27 & 28 to see their always incredible tree entry!

THANK YOU SO MUCH! 🌲🚣🎄🚣

04/20/2026

03/26/2026

Attention, *Craft Vendors* 🖌🎨👩‍🎨🧶

Applications are being accepted for the Mountain Maryland Dragon Boat Festival on August 22, 2026, 9 am - 3 pm.

$25 per space, no electric or shelter, must provide your own tables and chairs.

Around 1,000 cars came through for this event last year. We would love to have you join us!

03/26/2026

Attention, *FOOD* vendors! 🍕🍪🌭🍦

Applications are now being accepted for the Mountain Maryland Dragon Boat Festival! Information is attached.

Last year, more than 1000 cars came into the park for the event!

Multiple teams of 20+ race in heats throughout the day, bringing family and friends to spectate.

Don't miss this great summer event!

*Craft vendors, please see separate post for craft vendor info!*

03/18/2026

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03/09/2026

Attention, attention! Registration is officially open for the 5th Annual Mountain Maryland Dragon Boat Festival!

Register here: https://dovecenter.betterworld.org/events/5th-annual-mountain-maryland-dra

⭐️10 OR 20 person boats available!⭐️
Registration Fees:
20 person boat: $1300
10 person boat: $1000
Tips for covering your registration fee: Divide the fee among team members; Get a company sponsorship; Get community sponsorships.

Options for paying fee at https://dovecenter.betterworld.org/events/5th-annual-mountain-maryland-dra:
-Pay in full on the site
-Pay $250 deposit, and pay balance by August 3 on the site
-Mail in check (but still register your team on the site)
Just select your choice under ticket types.

After you register, you will get follow-up emails from our Team Coordinator on event and practice details.

Sponsorships are also available and can be purchased at the same site. Super and Gold Sponsorships include a boat!

We look forward to seeing you August 22nd!
🚣‍♀️🚣PADDLES UP!🚣‍♀️🚣

Proceeds benefit Dove Center 💜🩵

09/24/2025

Mark your calendars! The 5th Annual Mountain Maryland Dragon Boat Festival will be held Saturday, August 22, 2026!

Registration info will be released early in the new year!

Stay tuned! 🚣‍♀️🚣🚣‍♂️🚣‍♀️🚣🚣‍♂️

09/06/2025

Thank you all for being such an amazing team and for working so hard to support non-profits!