Prices are in USD.

Payment Methods
We accept Visa, MasterCard, or Check.

Please note: Effective January 2026, a 3% surcharge applies to all credit card payments. No surcharge applies to non-credit card payment methods.

Introducing Event Guard
Offers your team peace of mind against the unknown. The rate for this event is $95 USD and must be purchased when registering your team for the event.
Cancellation or Postponement: If the event is cancelled or postponed more than 12 hours in advance of the scheduled first race, receive a full refund.
Cancel for Any Reason: Cancel anytime up to 30 days in advance of the event for any reason and receive a full refund.

For more information (i.e. refund policy, multi-event discount, etc), please visit our FAQ page.

Racing Divisions

• At least 3 teams must be registered in a division. Any division with less than 3 teams registered will be amalgamated into the next closest racing division offered. 
• To ensure races run smoothly, smaller divisions may be combined in heats but will race independently of each other.

Registration Add-Ons

Each team registered at the festival will get a 20 x 20 team site (footprint, not tent rental) within the Athletes’ Village. Teams have the option to bring their own tent or rent one from GWN. In addition to tents, chairs and tables are also available. For more information on rentals, please refer to the “Athletes’ Village” tab below. Teams may also order additional practices, for more information please refer to the “Practice” tab below.

Address
The event will take place at Shawnee Mission Park. The address is 7900 Renner Rd., Shawnee, Kansas.

Site Map
The 2026 Site Map will be posted 1 week prior to the race.

Park Rules
We’re committed to creating a safe, comfortable, and enjoyable experience for participants and spectators. Before heading out to the races, there are some things you should know:

• BBQs and other cooking equipment are not permitted on-site.
• Alcoholic beverages are not permitted at the venue.
• Leashed dogs are permitted on-site.

Teams are responsible for picking up their waste within their team sites.  In addition to handing out waste bags during team check-in, there will be wastebaskets located throughout the Athletes’ Village to maintain the venue’s cleanliness. Let’s all work together to keep the site clean and green.

Medical Services
Medical services and first aid will be available on site. If you’re in need of medical attention, please report to the medical tent for immediate assistance.

Race Schedule
The 2026 Race Schedule will be posted on Monday September 21st.

Racing Divisions

• At least 3 teams must be registered in a division. Any division with less than 3 teams registered will be amalgamated into the next closest racing division offered. 
• To ensure races run smoothly, smaller divisions may be combined in heats but will race independently of each other.

Live Results
Get live race results and progressions on race day using your phone. Visit gwnresults.com

Race Marshaling
Marshaling for races will begin promptly half an hour before the first race of the day. Teams must be in the Marshalling area 30 minutes before their scheduled race throughout the day.

Race Day Check-In
Every Team Captain must check-in their team at Race Headquarters on race day. Registration will be open at approximately 7:00 am. All waivers must be completed prior to check-in. Please visit the FAQ section for more information on how to check in on race day.

For a speedy check-in, ensure that all waivers for your team are completed. The electronic waiver deadline is 11:59AM EST on Wednesday September 23rd. Online access to waivers will be restricted after the deadline, after which only paper copies will be accepted on Saturday morning.

Team Captain’s Meeting
There will be a Team Captain’s meeting on Saturday morning to discuss race day rules and answer any participants’ questions, approximately 1 hour before the first race.

Industry Cup Races
First-place teams will receive a trophy and gold medals.

Consolation Finals
First-place teams will receive a trophy and gold medals.

Grand Finals
Third and second-place teams will receive bronze and silver medals, respectively. First-place teams will receive a trophy and gold medals.

Awards Ceremonies
Ceremonies will take place after each Industry Cup, Consolation Race, and Grand Final Race. GWN Staff will gather the winning teams as they come off the water and will be directed to the Awards Area.

Awards Photo Wall
Winning teams are invited to capture the moment on race day at our featured MLDB photo wall, thanks to Showtime Photo Booth. Their memorable setups will add a fun, celebratory touch as you commemorate your race experience.

Marketplace Vendors:

• TBA

Health & Wellness Village:

• TBA

Artisan Village:

• TBA

Food Trucks / Food Vendors:

• TBA

Interested in being a vendor? Email us at sales@gwnevents.com to find out more.

The 2026 Entertainment Schedule to be announced.

Ample parking is available at the event site. We encourage all participants and spectators to consider call pooling to reduce the impact on the environment and park resources.

Please follow the “Dragon Boat Festival Parking” directional signage to the designated parking areas.

See below parking map for all designated parking areas for attendees.

Note: No parking allowed along the main roads in Shawnee Mission Park. Vehicles will be subjected to any parking violations. Please park in designated parking areas only.

Looking to have some fun on the docks? GWN is always looking for fantastic volunteers.

As a volunteer, you’ll have the opportunity to be a part of the exciting and fast-paced action that is dragon boat racing. You’ll also get to experience the energy and excitement of the festival event atmosphere and be a part of a vibrant community of dragon boat enthusiasts. Volunteers will be needed to help with various tasks in ensuring the safety and smooth operations of the event through the various outlined tasks:

• Boat Marshalls: Will be on the dock assisting paddlers with getting in and out of the boats. This position should be filled by people who are comfortable around the water.
• Results Runners: Will be posting the results from the Timing Officials at the Registration Headquarters. This position requires neat handwriting.
• Team Marshalls: Will assist the Marshalling Manager in ensuring that all teams are ready to load into boats at the correct time to maintain smooth running of the races.
• Crowd Control: Will ensure one-way flow traffic from the Marshalling Area after boats are unloaded.

If you would like to volunteer, we can promise some food, drinks, a really cool shirt, and community service hours (if applicable) so please complete this Volunteer Form to join our team! To get more info or ask any questions, feel free to send us an email at volunteers@gwnevents.com.

Check out past event results.

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