# Event Details - **Event Name**: 2026 Dragon Boat Festival at Lake Jericho - **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 03 Oct, 2026 at 10:00 am – Sat, 03 Oct, 2026 at 03:00 pm (-04:00) - **Event Description**: 2026 Dragon Boat Festival at Lake Jericho, KYSaturday, October 3, 2026Lake Jericho - 1 mile off of New Castle Exit on I-71🌐 Visit: www.dragonboatfestivals.orgOpen to the Public | Beginner Friendly | Ages 12+Enjoy an exciting day of racing, teamwork, and community at the 2026 Dragon Boat Festival at Lake Jericho.New to Dragon Boat? This Festival Is for You.We have a goal of welcoming 100 new paddlers in 2026, and this event is designed to help first-timers get started with confidence.No experience is needed. We provide:✅ Dragon boats✅ Paddles✅ Life jackets✅ Coaches & instruction✅ Team practices✅ Friendly support✅ Calm no wake zones to practice and raceWhy Try Dragon Boat Racing?Beginner Friendly – Learn quickly with coaches and teammatesTeam Building – Work together in sync toward one goalAll Fitness Levels Welcome – Participate at your own paceOutdoor Fun – Enjoy the lake, fresh air, and festival atmosphereSocial Experience – Meet new people and make memoriesRace Format🏁 200-meter sprint course on a calm lake🏁 Each team races three times🏁 Divisions and awards based on registrationTeam Size🛶 Boat seats 20 paddlers + 1 drummer🛶 Experienced steersperson provided🛶 Team rosters may include up to 25 people for alternatesHow to Participate- Start a TeamBe a captain, gather your group, and race together.-Join a TeamThere are plenty of teams looking for paddlers! Register under their ticket to join.-Join as an IndividualNo team? Register solo and we will help place you with a crew.Registration Fees💰 $1,000 per team (up to 25 people)💰 $50 individual registrationIncludes 1 practice per month (a $200 value each)Discounts may be available for:Early Bird registrationBreast Cancer Survivor teamsTravel teamsCommunity groupsMulti-team entriesCaptain InformationTo Start a Team You Need:✅ A Team Captain✅ A Team Name✅ Register with $50 deposit and collect fees from each paddler that joins (or full payment)Captain Responsibilities📌 Manage roster and waivers📌 Schedule practices📌 Communicate updates with team membersAfter RegistrationWithin 3–5 business days, captains receive:✅ Team setup instructions✅ How paddlers join your roster✅ Practice scheduling information✅ Race preparation detailsWant More Practice?Additional training sessions, team-building experiences, and wellness programs are available.Questions🌐 Visit: www.dragonboatfestivals.orgReady to Try Something New?Gather your friends, coworkers, family, or sign up solo. We will help you get on the water.Join us Saturday, October 3, 2026, at Lake Jericho. - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/smithfield/2026-dragon-boat-festival-at-lake-jericho/200030532328648 - **Event Categories**: Sports, Festivals, Workshops, health-wellness - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 79 ## Ticket Details ## Event venue details - **city**: Smithfield - **state**: KY - **country**: United States - **location**: Lake Jericho Rd, Smithfield, KY 40068, United States - **lat**: 38.41812 - **long**: -85.28728 - **full address**: Lake Jericho Rd, Smithfield, KY 40068, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: 2026 Dragon Boat Festival at Lake Jericho - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events3/banners/cbf3e05162d5f68ec584e4550b0d5d4e42f4842dc26c9a776f33d1a0bd34a7ca-rimg-w1200-h608-dc081828-gmir?v=1787039681 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is 2026 Dragon Boat Festival at Lake Jericho being held? - **A:** 2026 Dragon Boat Festival at Lake Jericho takes place on Sat, 03 Oct, 2026 at 10:00 am to Sat, 03 Oct, 2026 at 03:00 pm at Lake Jericho Rd, Smithfield, KY 40068, United States. - **Q**: Who is organizing 2026 Dragon Boat Festival at Lake Jericho? - **A:** 2026 Dragon Boat Festival at Lake Jericho is organized by 1 Crew Dragon Boat. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** 2026 Dragon Boat Festival at Lake Jericho 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 Smithfield, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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