# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Annual Northern California Dragon Boat Festival
- **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 20 Jun, 2026 at 08:00 am – Sat, 20 Jun, 2026 at 05:00 pm
- **Event Description**: Update:

RACE DAY SCHEDULE
    8:00 Eye Dotting Ceremony
    9:45 - 10:30 RACE 1 (Seeding) for NOVICE TEAMS
    11:30 - 12:30 LUNCH BREAK
    12:30 - 1:15 RACE 2 (Semi-Final) for NOVICE TEAMS
    2:00 - 2:45 RACE 3 (Final) for NOVICE TEAMS

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The festival is expected to draw 30+ teams, over 1,000 paddlers, and an estimated 2,000 spectators across the weekend — creating meaningful foot traffic and regional visitation while supporting nearby businesses and activating public space. At a pivotal moment for San Francisco’s continued revitalization, this event reflects the energy, diversity, and resilience of our city.

The Marin Chinese Cultural Association will once again have our own team to participate in the Friendship Races. We are currently looking for new crew members to join the award-winning MCCA Marin Dragons Team for the upcoming event at Lake Merced.

Only requirements*: 
1) Current MCCA members;
2) All ages 16 and up are welcome;
3) Participate in 2 practices with experienced coaches at Lake Merced (dates to be announced);
4) Participate on the day of the race at Lake Merced in San Francisco on June 20, 2026;
5) No paddling experience required, just bring your team spirit & enthusiasm!  

There will also be a registration fee of approx. $50 for a team t-shirt and refreshments on race day.

Interested?  Sign Up Now or by Friday, May 1, 2026.   Space is limited!
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/san-francisco/annual-northern-california-dragon-boat-festival/200030204358831
- **Event Categories**: sports, festivals, trips-adventures
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 9

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: San Francisco
- **state**: CA
- **country**: United States
- **location**: Lake Merced, San Francisco,Ca
- **lat**: 37.713125640015
- **long**: -122.485801945
- **full address**: Lake Merced, San Francisco,Ca, United States

## Event gallery

- **Alt text**: Annual Northern California Dragon Boat Festival
  - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events8/banners/4db7dd85e4066e1c7f6c593c1fc57821cd01f6e75e0634bde0208b74144f1748-rimg-w1200-h600-dcf5f4f0-gmir?v=1781541520

## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is Annual Northern California Dragon Boat Festival being held?
  - **A:** Annual Northern California Dragon Boat Festival takes place on Sat, 20 Jun, 2026 at 08:00 am to Sat, 20 Jun, 2026 at 05:00 pm at Lake Merced, San Francisco,Ca, United States.
- **Q**: Who is organizing Annual Northern California Dragon Boat Festival?
  - **A:** Annual Northern California Dragon Boat Festival is organized by Marin Chinese Cultural Association.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** Annual Northern California Dragon Boat Festival 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 San Francisco, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. If Annual Northern California Dragon Boat Festival sounds like your kind of event, don't wait - spots fill up fast.

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