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The Bahamas Chinese Dragon Boat Association
Bring your team.
Stay for paradise.
Local crews. Overseas teams. One unforgettable weekend. Join us at Goodman’s Bay, Nassau, on May 1–2, 2027 for racing, friendship and Bahamian island spirit.
STAY CLOSE TO THE ACTION
Explore our Lodging page for Breezes hotel rates and accommodation information.
MAKE A TRIP OF IT
Leave time for the beach, local flavours and exploring Nassau. Arrange your team’s airport and race-day transport before you travel.
FIRST TIME JOINING US?
Use Register for Festival for entry details and Practice to plan time on the water. Contact our organisers for help coordinating your visit.
2026 Festival Highlights
5th Annual Bahamas International Dragon Boat Festival
May 2–3, 2026 · Goodman’s Bay, Nassau
Read the 2026 commemorative booklet · View all 194 festival photos
Chinese Embassy festival highlights · Royal Bahamas Police Force team photos · J.S. Johnson Vikings reel
Supporting hope, healing and community
Following the success of the 5th Annual Festival, the Bahamas Chinese Dragon Boat Association presented donations to the Cancer Society of The Bahamas and Sister Sister. Heartfelt thanks go to our major sponsors, supporters and the Chinese community for making these contributions and the festival possible.
The festival brought together 48 teams, including 17 visiting teams from the USA, Canada and Jamaica. The Association proudly sponsored the gold-winning Cancer Concherers, along with teams from the Royal Bahamas Police Force, Defence Force, Department of Immigration, Prison Officers and youth groups. All sponsored teams received free registration, practice and full equipment support.
We thank the Cancer Society for its ongoing work in screening, patient support, education and cancer awareness. Join our practices as we prepare for the 6th Annual Festival on May 1–2, 2027.
