The Dragon Boat Festival is just around the corner. As an important ritual of the festival, the dragon boat races promise an exhilarating blend of tradition, sport, and community spirit. Scheduled to take place along the scenic waterways of Shenzhen, the annual events will gather top dragon boat teams competing amid the vibrant cultural festivities. 

Rowers paddle at the 2024 Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area (Shenzhen Nan’ao) Maritime Dragon Boat Race in Dapeng New District. Photo by Liu Xudong

GBA dragon boat race on the sea, Dapeng New District 

The 2025 Greater Bay Area (Nan’ao, Shenzhen) Maritime Dragon Boat Race, the only dragon boat race on the sea in Shenzhen, will be its 22nd edition. From seasoned vererans to enthusiastic newcomers, the event promises not only speed and excitement, but also cultural displays, food markets, live music and more at Yueliang Bay in Nan’ao, Dapeng New Area.

Time: 8:40-11 a.m., May 30; 8:40-11 a.m., May 31

Location: Yueliang Bay, Nan’ao, Dapeng New District

Reservation: No reservation required

Note: Advanced reservations with the traffic police authority are required for private passenger cars to Dapeng on May 31