Bradford Dragon Boat Festival 2025

About

The Dragons are returning to Bradford! Mark your calendars for the Bradford Dragon Boat Festival, taking place between 27th to 29th June 2025. This year marks the 10th anniversary of the festival, and it promises to be bigger and better than ever. With three days of festival fun, including adrenaline-fueled dragon boat races and family-friendly attractions on land, this is an event you won’t want to miss.

Date and Time

27 June 2025 – 29 June 2025

Exhibition Highlights

Here’s what visitors can look forward to at the Bradford Dragon Boat Festival:

• Exciting dragon boat racing on the river, featuring local teams battling for victory.
• Two major championships: The Lord Mayor’s Championship on Saturday, 28th June and The Multi Charity Championships on Sunday, 29th June.
• The Youth Championships will be battled out on Friday, 27th June.
• A variety of land-side attractions for the whole family, offering something for all ages.
• Food and drink stalls available throughout the event to keep everyone fuelled for the fun.
• Free entry for spectators, so come along and join the fun without any cost!

Why Visit?

The Bradford Dragon Boat Festival is one of the most exciting family-friendly events of the summer, and 2025 marks the festival’s 10th anniversary. With thrilling dragon boat races on the river, including the Lord Mayor’s Championship and the Multi Charity Championships, there’s plenty of action to enjoy. Add to that a range of attractions for all ages, delicious food and drink offerings, and a lively atmosphere, and you’ve got the perfect day out for the whole family. This festival celebrates community spirit, fun, and competition – don’t miss out on all the excitement!

Location

The event will take place at Roberts Park, Saltaire, Bradford – along the river, with various attractions set up on land.

Entry

Free entry for spectators. Food and drink available for purchase.

Plan Your Visit

Visitors are invited to join the Bradford Dragon Boat Festival from 27th to 29th June 2025 and enjoy a range of family-friendly activities. Food and drink will be available on-site, and remember to keep the event area clean by removing your litter. No glass is permitted in the event area. Come celebrate Bradford’s 10th anniversary of this fantastic festival – fun for all the family!

For more information, visit the Bradford Dragon Boat Festival website.