What's Happening?
The Shinju Matsuri Dragon Boat Race is back! Join us for an unforgettable day on the water at Town Beach! A festival favourite, the Shinju Matsuri Dragon Boat Races bring the ancient Chinese tradition of dragon boating to the turquoise waters.
REGISTRATIONS CLOSE FRIDAY, 29TH AT 2PM
Dragon Boat team
18 participants per boat competing against each other in a 200m paddle into the bay. It takes skill and coordination, 16 paddlers, one steer-person and a caller or rhythm person make up the team.
Dragon Boat Races
With origins dating back more than 2,000 years, dragon boat racing began as a cultural ceremony in China to honour ancestors, celebrate community, and mark the changing of the seasons. Today, it is recognised worldwide as both a sport and a vibrant cultural celebration.
In Broome, the races honour this heritage while adding our own local festival spirit. Teams of 18 paddle fiercely over a 200m course — with 16 paddlers, one steer-person, and a drummer setting the rhythm to keep the boat in perfect unison. The beating drum, the splash of paddles, and the cheering crowd make for an exhilarating spectacle on the bay.
Join us at Town Beach to witness this thrilling mix of culture, competition, and community — a true celebration of Shinju Matsuri’s multicultural heart.
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CASH PRIZES!
$900 FOR 1ST PLACE
$720 FOR 2ND PLACE
Event Prices
- Team of 18
- $720
Good to Know
Suitability
- All ages
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible
Facilities
- Carpark
- Drink Fountains
- First Aid
- Food Vendors
- Footpaths
- Lawn
- Public Toilet
- Shade
Activity
- Community
- Culture
