Miami Dragon Boat Festival October 26th, 2024
The Miami Dragon Boat Festival is the perfect opportunity to form local groups to try dragon boating, alongside some of the best teams in Florida.
GWN is proud of our joint partnership with Save Our Sisters Miami. Fundraising dollars will help support their program as they introduce breast cancer survivors to the sport.
Staged at Haulover Park, the Festival promises a memorable day of racing and fun. All teams will enjoy 500m racing.
Festival grounds offer something for everyone. Spectators can take in the action and follow the excitement of racing while learning about the sport of dragon boat. Another point of interest is the Health and Wellness Village, where participants and spectators can receive products and services to help maintain a healthy lifestyle. Families are invited to bring their children to come to spend time at the races and enjoy the outdoors.
Call 1 (416) 962-8899 or email info@gwnevents.com to request material in accessible format, information on access for persons with disabilities, or a sign language interpreter (7 days in advance).
CALLING ALL SOLO PADDLERS OR SMALL GROUPS
Are you looking to get on the water, but don't have a team? GWN is pleased to offer programs for solo paddlers or small groups through our Experience Dragon Boat Programs!
Experience Dragon Boat Train and Race: A five-week program, with one practice per week and finishing up at the Major League Dragon Boat Festival in your community. This is a perfect opportunity to try the sport. We supply you with all the equipment needed - paddles and lifejackets – all you have to do is show up in clothes that can get wet!
Experience Dragon Boat Race Ready: A program designed for people looking for minimal commitment and just want to race. The program offers a 1-hour practice and then participation in the event.
Learn more by clicking here.
EVENT Details
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PRICING
Category |
# of Races |
Before Jan 1st |
Before July 1st |
After July 1st |
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Mixed / Women's / Open / ACP / BCP / Paradragons (w/o practice, 3 x 500m) |
3 |
$1045 |
$1,145 |
$1,345 |
Mixed / Women's / Open / ACP / BCP / Paradragons (Out-of-Town*) (3 x 500m) |
3 |
$845 |
$945 |
$1,145 |
Additional Practice Session |
$125/session |
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At least 3 teams must be registered in a division. Any division with less than 3 teams registered will be amalgamated into the next closest racing division offered. To ensure races run smoothly, smaller divisions may be combined in heats but will race independently of each other. |
Prices are in USD and do not include applicable tax (7% sales tax).
Payment Methods: We accept all major credit cards, or check.
Paying by check: You will receive a discount of $25 USD. This discount will be automatically applied during the registration process.
For more information (i.e. refund policy, multi-event discount, etc), please visit our FAQ page.
Registration Process for tax-exempt teams: Register your team, choose the "check" option on the payment page. Please email your valid tax-exemption certificate to info@gwnevents.com along with the invoice number and method of payment (check or credit card). GWN will send you an invoice without taxes, if paying by credit card, an authorization form will be sent.
Registration Add-Ons
Each team registered at the festival will get a 20 x 20 team site (footprint, not tent rental) within the Athletes' Village. Teams have the option to bring their own tent or rent one from GWN. In addition to tents, chairs and tables are also available. For more information on rentals, please refer to the "Athletes' Village" tab below. Teams may also order additional practices, for more information please refer to the "Practice" tab below.
LOCATION
Location: The event will take place at Haulover Park. The address is 10800 Collins Ave, Miami Beach, FL 33154, United States.
Site Map: The 2024 map will be posted 1 week before the event.
Park Rules: We're committed to creating a safe, comfortable, and enjoyable experience for participants and spectators. Before heading out to the races, there are some things you should know:
BBQs and other cooking equipment are not permitted on-site.
Alcoholic beverages are not permitted at the venue.
Pets are not permitted on-site.
Teams are responsible for picking up their waste within their team sites. In addition to handing out waste bags during team check-in, there will be wastebaskets located throughout the Athletes' Village to maintain the venue's cleanliness. Let's all work together to keep the site clean and green.
SCHEDULE
The 2024 race schedule will be posted Monday October 21st.
At least 3 teams must be registered in a division. Any division with less than 3 teams registered will be amalgamated into the next closest racing division offered.
To ensure races run smoothly, smaller divisions may be combined in heats but will race independently of each other.
Live Results
Get live race results and progressions on race day using your phone. Visit gwndragonboat.com/results
Race Marshaling
Marshaling for races will begin promptly half an hour before the first race of the day. Teams must be in the Marshalling area 30 minutes before their scheduled race throughout the day.
Race Day Check-In
Every Team Captain must check-in their team at Race Headquarters on race day. Registration will be open at approximately 7:00 am. All waivers must be completed prior to check-in. Please visit the FAQ section for more information on how to check in on race day.
For a speedy check-in, ensure that all waivers for your team are completed. The electronic waiver deadline is 11:59AM EST on Wednesday, October 23rd. Online access to waivers will be restricted after the deadline, after which only paper copies will be accepted on Saturday morning.
Team Captain's Meeting
There will be a Team Captain's meeting on Saturday morning to discuss race day rules and answer any participants' questions, approximately 1 hour before the first race.
AWARDS
Consolation Division Finals: First-place teams will receive a trophy and gold medals.
Grand Finals: Third and second-place teams will receive bronze and silver medals, respectively. First-place teams will receive a trophy and gold medals.
Awards Ceremonies
Ceremonies will take place after each Consolation Race, and Grand Final Race. Volunteers will gather the gold medal-winning team as they come off the water. They will be escorted directly to the stage. Bronze and silver medal-winning teams will receive their medals in the dock area.
ENTERTAINMENT
Stay tuned for entertainment and on-site activities for 2024.
VENDORS
Marketplace:
- The Sunny Side Up Life
Food Vendors:
- HipPop's
- Tacos El Machine Gon
- Tropical Silver
Interested in being a vendor? Email us at info@gwnevents.com to find out more.
PARKING
Ample on-site parking is available right beside the event site. It costs $7 per day to park.
Please use the app called pay by phone app to complete payment for parking by using the Location #46258.
VOLUNTEER
Looking to have some fun on the docks? GWN is always looking for fantastic volunteers.
As a volunteer, you'll have the opportunity to be a part of the exciting and fast-paced action that is dragon boat racing. You'll also get to experience the energy and excitement of the festival event atmosphere and be a part of a vibrant community of dragon boat enthusiasts. Volunteers will be needed to help with various tasks in ensuring the safety and smooth operations of the event through the various outlined tasks:
- Boat Marshalls: Will be on the dock assisting paddlers with getting in and out of the boats. This position should be filled by people who are comfortable around the water.
- Results Runners: Will be posting the results from the Timing Officials at the Registration Headquarters. This position requires neat handwriting.
- Team Marshalls: Will assist the Marshalling Manager in ensuring that all teams are ready to load into boats at the correct time to maintain smooth running of the races.
- Crowd Control: Will ensure one-way flow traffic from the Marshalling Area after boats are unloaded.
If you would like to volunteer, we can promise some food, drinks, a really cool shirt, and community service hours (if applicable) so please complete this Volunteer Form to join our team! To get more info or ask any questions, feel free to send us an email at volunteers@gwnevents.com.
Additional Information
The official host hotel of the Miami Dragon Boat Festival is the Courtyard Miami Aventura Mall.
Courtyard Miami Aventura Mall
2825 NE 191st Street
Aventura, FL 33180
Phone: (305) 937-0805
Group Name: 2024 Miami Dragon Boat Festival
Group Rate: $179 USD per night
Room Block Deadline: Wednesday, October 2, 2024
Reservations: Book online or call 1-305-937-0805 and quote group name "2024 Miami Dragon Boat Festival."
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RENTAL CARS
Discount rates have been negotiated with Hertz Rent-a-Car for Major League Dragon Boat participants.
Reservations
To book your vehicle, please click here and enter discount code CDP2188961 or call 1-800-654-2240 and quote the code.
At the time of reservation, you will receive 20% off the retail rate using the discount code above.
AIR TRAVEL
GWN is proud to offer Major League Dragon Boat participants discounts on flights with United Airlines.
United Airlines
Participants can save 5% - 10% off airfares if traveling within US 50 States and between US 50 States and Canada.
To book your travel, visit united.com or call 1-800-426-1122 and enter meeting code ZPH4656886 in the Promotions field.
Each team registered at the festival will get a 20 x 20' footprint (not rental) in the Athletes' Village. Teams have the option to bring their own tent or rent one from GWN. In addition to tents, chairs and tables are also available to rent.
Team Sites will be assigned on a first-come, first-served basis. Teams must contact GWN to book their site after they have registered for the festival and paid fees in full.
Teams wishing to rent a tent can do so using the "Get More" option in the Crew Management Tool.
Product |
Price |
10' x 10' Tent Rental |
$285.00 |
10' x 20' Tent Rental |
$425.00 |
20' x 20' Tent Rental |
$550.00 |
Table Rental |
$25.00 |
Chair Rental |
$5.00 |
Prices are in USD and do not include applicable tax (7% sales tax).
INSTRUCTIONS
1. Download or view a copy of the 2024 Venue Map
2. Review the site availability grid below.
3. Select a site based on availability.
4. Email your selection to bookings@gwndragonboat.com.
ATHLETES' VILLAGE SITE AVAILABILITY
Athletes' Village |
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1: Reserved MIAMI |
2: Reserved |
3: Miami Dragon Slayers |
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5: Puff |
6: Mother Puffers |
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10: Reserved BCP |
11: Reserved BCP |
12: Reserved BCP |
13: Reserved BCP |
14:Reserved BCP |
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24:Reserved BCP |
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Practices for the Miami Dragon Boat Festival will be held at the Miami Rowing Club.
Miami Rowing Club
3601 Rickenbacker Causeway
Key Biscayne, FL, 33149
Each practice will be 50 minutes. Please arrive at the venue 30 minutes before your scheduled practice time. Practices will not be extended if a team is late.
Additional practice sessions may be purchased at $135 plus tax each, through the online registration system by clicking on the "get more" button.
Practices can only be confirmed once event fees are received in full.
Each paddler must complete an online waiver before attending a practice. A GWN representative will be on-site to check teams in, provide assistance, and collect waivers.
For more information on what to bring, etc. visit our FAQ Page.
INSTRUCTIONS
1. Ensure team fees are paid.
2. Check practice availability in the calendar below.
3. Email your preferred date/time to bookings@gwndragonboat.com.
4. Let GWN know if you require a coach/steers.
Please allow 48hrs for confirmation of practice times.
PRACTICE SCHEDULE
Saturday October 19 |
11:00am: Sea Scouts Ship 339 - The Osprey (S) |
Sunday October 20 |
11:30am: |
Monday October 21 |
4:45pm: GMCVB (S) 6:00pm: |
Wednesday October 23 |
4:45pm: GMCVB (S) 6:00pm: |
Friday October 25 |
4:45pm: 6:00pm: |
To review the final participant checklist, please click here.
event partner
Save Our Sisters (SOS) is a non-profit organization, and South Florida's first Breast Cancer Survivor Dragon Boat Racing team. We are a survivor group whose focus is on living, rather than on the disease that brought us together. Team SOS members are from all walks of life, ranging in age from 30 to 70 with varied interests and fitness levels. SOS offers an active, health-giving, life-affirming opportunity for breast cancer survivors.
For more information, visit https://teamsosmiami.org.