Events

Imagine waking up to the cool Highland air, the mist rolling gently across the water, and the sound of paddles tapping in anticipation. In the distance, Loch Ness stretches out—deep, mysterious, and calling your name. Welcome to Monster the Loch 2026, the ultimate mass-participation boat race and one of the most exhilarating paddling adventures you’ll ever take on. This is Read more…

Join Us in France for the 5th IBCPC Dragon Boat Festival! 🇫🇷💖 Dragons Abreast Australia is honoured to represent our nation at the 5th International Breast Cancer Paddlers’ Commission (IBCPC) Festival, taking place from 24–31 August 2026 in the beautiful lakeside town of Aix-les-Bains, France. This inspiring global event will welcome 141 teams and approximately 4,500 participants from around the Read more…

 Dragons Abreast Australia at the 2026 AusDBF Nationals! 🛶🌸 Lake Kawana, Sunshine Coast – 18–23 April 2026 Dragons Abreast Australia is excited to compete at the 2026 Australian Dragon Boat Federation (AusDBF) National Championships, taking place from 18–23 April 2026 at the beautiful Lake Kawana on Queensland’s Sunshine Coast. 🏟️ Event Overview What: AusDBF National Championships 2026 Where: Lake Kawana, Read more…

🧧 Celebrate the Lunar New Year with DAA at Darling Harbour! 🛶 Dragons Abreast Australia is excited to join the vibrant Lunar New Year celebrations at Darling Harbour on Sunday, 1 March 2026, where the composite BCS crews will paddle as part of the festival’s dragon boat racing events. 📍 Event Summary What: Lunar New Year Festival – Dragon Boat Read more…

The Regatta begins with a Friday evening BBQ. Saturday is competition day including: The Lake  Race 200m The Barrington 500m Cancer Survivor Race and ‘Flowers on the Water’ Ceremony. Saturday night is the presentation dinner and the theme is The Roaring 20’s. More information to come. Sunday long paddle down to Forth Falls. Lodge accommodation onsite for up to 50 guests. Please note reduced lodge Read more…