# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Newark Dragon Boat Festival 2026
- **Event Start and End Date**: Sun, 13 Sep, 2026 at 10:00 am – Sun, 13 Sep, 2026 at 05:30 pm (+01:00)
- **Event Description**: Newark Dragon Boat Festival is back for 2026!

Beaumond House Hospice and The Children’s Bereavement Centre are delighted to announce that for the sixth year.

The Newark Dragon Boat Race will be take place on Sunday 13th September 2026 on the River Trent. 

Based on a Chinese tradition dating back over 2,000 years, dragon boat racing has today become one of the fastest-growing and most popular water-based activities with 10 people paddling the 30' boat with a drummer at the front.

As well as the main action taking place on the river there will be a variety of local food and drink suppliers, a bar and a range of activities available throughout the day for the whole family, including live entertainment.

The event is raising funds for Beaumond House Hospice Care & The Children’s Bereavement Centre.

Everyone welcome. A fun day is promised for all of the family whilst raising vital funds for two local charities.

Entry is free (On-site activities will be charged for.)

To find out more about the event, register a race team, become a sponsor, or sign up to become a volunteer, please visit
www.newarkdragonboatfestival.co.uk
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/newark-on-trent/newark-dragon-boat-festival-2026/200029685743111
- **Event Categories**: festivals, nonprofit, sports, charities, trips-adventures
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 470

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Newark-on-trent
- **state**: EN
- **country**: United Kingdom
- **location**: Newark Riverside
- **lat**: 53.076796290588
- **long**: -0.81437633516558
- **full address**: Newark Riverside, 34 Castle Gate, Newark, NG24 1BG, United Kingdom, Newark-on-trent

## Event gallery

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is Newark Dragon Boat Festival 2026 being held?
  - **A:** Newark Dragon Boat Festival 2026 takes place on Sun, 13 Sep, 2026 at 10:00 am to Sun, 13 Sep, 2026 at 05:30 pm at Newark Riverside, 34 Castle Gate, Newark, NG24 1BG, United Kingdom, Newark-on-trent.
- **Q**: Who is organizing Newark Dragon Boat Festival 2026?
  - **A:** Newark Dragon Boat Festival 2026 is organized by Children's Bereavement Centre.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** Newark Dragon Boat Festival 2026 is ideal for festival lovers, culture enthusiasts, and anyone looking for a vibrant, immersive community experience. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Newark-on-trent, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. With 470+ people already showing interest, this is clearly an event worth adding to your calendar - don't miss out.

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