# Event Details - **Event Name**: Dragon Boat Racing League - 8 wks - Feb 23 - April 18 - **Event Start and End Date**: Mon, 23 Feb, 2026 at 05:00 pm - **Event Description**: Experience Dragon Boat Racing in Sarasota, Florida Looking for an exciting new way to get active, meet people, and compete on the water? The NBP Dragon Boat Racing League is an eight-week paddling league designed for beginners, returning paddlers, friends, and corporate teams who want to experience the thrill of dragon boat racing—no experience required. Held at world-class Nathan Benderson Park, this league combines structured weekly practices with professional coaching and culminates in a fun, high-energy Dragon Boat Festival Race Day, where teams compete for the Dragon Boat Community Cup. What Is Dragon Boat Racing? The NBP Dragon Boat Racing League is the perfect introduction to the sport, offering a welcoming, low-pressure environment where participants learn the basics while enjoying the excitement of competition. Dragon Boat League Program Overview This 8-week dragon boat racing league includes one coached practice per week, led by experienced and certified dragon boat coaches. Each session includes: On-land instruction covering paddling technique and safety On-water training focused on timing, teamwork, and race fundamentals Progressive skill development leading up to race day All equipment is provided, including dragon boats, paddles, and lifejackets. Participants are grouped into crews, creating an instant team and community on the water. Train & Race Program (Individual Registration) Perfect for individuals or small groups who want to try dragon boat racing without committing to a full team. What’s Included: 8 weeks of coached dragon boat practices All paddling equipment provided Team shirt for race day Team tent in the Athletes’ Village Entry into the Dragon Boat Festival Race Day Create Your Own Dragon Boat Crew Have a group of friends, coworkers, or a community organization? Enter the league as a full team and train together all season. Team Entry: 20 paddlers per crew This option is ideal for corporate team building, social groups, fitness communities, and nonprofits looking for a unique and memorable experience. No prior paddling experience required Spots are limited and leagues fill quickly. Join us February 23 – April 18, 2026 and experience the power, teamwork, and excitement of dragon boat racing. ? Click below to register today and race for the Dragon Boat Community Cup! - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/sarasota/dragon-boat-racing-league-8-wks-feb-23-april-18/200029658835139 - **Event Categories**: Sports, trips-adventures, Festivals, Workshops, Contests - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 33 ## Ticket Details - **Ticket URL**: https://nathanbendersonpark.org/dbrl/?utm_source=AllEvents.in&utm_medium=event-discovery-platform&utm_campaign=sarasota-events ## Event venue details - **city**: Sarasota - **state**: FL - **country**: United States - **location**: 5851 Nathan Benderson Circle, Sarasota, FL, United States, Florida 34235 - **lat**: 27.376 - **long**: -82.45213 - **full address**: 5851 Nathan Benderson Circle, Sarasota, FL, United States, Florida 34235 ## Event Organizer details - **affiliate_id**: 2 - **organizer**: Nathan Benderson Park (https://allevents.in/org/nathan-benderson-park/10133960) ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: banner - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events5/banners/a86cc6126fece0946985856bed7b63ae7977be18669f649e80dbd09cebe739d0-rimg-w1200-h800-dc616231-gmir?v=1771597615 - **Alt text**: thumbnail - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events5/banners/1f2f3d1157d06385784d624d20b1394cddd9ffde6620cc907c315d35c6558aac-rimg-w300-h300-dc749db1-gmir?v=1771597615 ## FAQs - **Q**: When is the event happening? - **A:** Mon, 23 Feb, 2026 at 05:00 pm - **Q**: Where is the event happening? - **A:** 5851 Nathan Benderson Circle, Sarasota, FL, United States, Florida 34235 - **Q**: Who is organizing the event? - **A:** Nathan Benderson Park - **Q**: What type of event is this? - **A:** Sports, trips-adventures, Festivals, Workshops, Contests - **Q**: Where can I find ticket details about Dragon Boat Racing League - 8 wks - Feb 23 - April 18 ? - **A:** You can find ticket details about this event on AllEvents. ## Structured Data (JSON-LD) ```json [ { "@context": "https://schema.org", "@type": "SportsEvent", "name": "Dragon Boat Racing League - 8 wks - Feb 23 - April 18", "image": "https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events5/banners/a86cc6126fece0946985856bed7b63ae7977be18669f649e80dbd09cebe739d0-rimg-w1200-h800-dc616231-gmir?v=1771597615", "startDate": "2026-02-23", "url": "https://allevents.in/sarasota/dragon-boat-racing-league-8-wks-feb-23-april-18/200029658835139", "location": { "@type": "Place", "name": "5851 Nathan Benderson Circle, Sarasota, FL, United States, Florida 34235", "address": { "@type": "PostalAddress", "streetAddress": "5851 Nathan Benderson Cir, Sarasota, FL 34235-2103, United States", "addressLocality": "Sarasota", "addressRegion": "FL", "addressCountry": "US" }, "geo": { "@type": "GeoCoordinates", "latitude": "27.376", "longitude": "-82.45213" } }, "eventAttendanceMode": "https://schema.org/OfflineEventAttendanceMode", "description": "Experience Dragon Boat Racing in Sarasota, Florida\nLooking for an exciting new way to get active, meet people, and compete on the water? 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