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Hong Kong Dragon Boat Festival

Sunday, August 5, 2012

9:00 a.m.5:00 p.m.

This event repeats every day between 8/4/2012 and 8/5/2012.

Please note: This event has already taken place. Please use the Search options on the right to find upcoming events.

WELCOME TO THE 21ST ANNUAL HONG KONG DRAGON BOAT FESTIVAL IN NEW YORK!

On Saturday, August 4th and Sunday, August 5th, Meadow Lake at Flushing Meadows Corona Park will host one of the largest boating festivals in the city! With over 170 teams and 2,000+ participants competing from around the world, this year we celebrate the "Year of the Rabbit." This much anticipated, world-class, multi-cultural event features two exciting days of Dragon Boat racing, wonderful performances, and an ethnic food court.

Attendance is free, and the event will take place no matter the weather.

Join us for the largest multi-cultural festival in New York!

For more information, visit www.hkdbf-ny.org/index.php

Location

Al Oerter Recreation Center in Flushing Meadows Corona Park Accessible
131-40 Fowler Avenue
Queens
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Location Details:
The competition will take place in Meadow Lake, but the entire festival will be held throughout Flushing Meadows Corona Park.

Cost

Registration prices vary depending upon division, gender, and age. Admission is free for spectators.

Contact Number

(718) 767-1776

Categories

Concerts, Dance, Festivals, Games, Kids, Sports, Culture, Free Summer Concerts, Free Summer Theater, Food, Kayaking and Canoeing, Outdoor Fitness, Seniors

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