Prices are in USD and do not include applicable tax (7% sales tax).

Payment Methods
We accept Visa, Mastercard or Check.

Paying by check
You will receive a discount of $25 USD. This discount will be automatically applied during the registration process.

Introducing Event Guard
Offers your team peace of mind against the unknown. The rate for this event is $95 USD plus applicable taxes 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.

Registration Process for tax-exempt teams
Register your team, choose the “check” option on the payment page. Please email your valid tax-exemption certificate to info@gwnevents.com along with the invoice number and method of payment (check or credit card). GWN will send you an invoice without taxes, if paying by credit card, an authorization form will be sent.

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 Amelia Earhart Park. The address is 401 E 65th St, Hialeah, FL 33013, United States. 

To access the parking lot, follow the “Dragon Boat Festival” directional signs on-site. See “Parking” section for additional details.

Site Map
The 2025 map will be posted 1 week before the event.

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.
• Pets are not 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 park’s cleanliness.  Let’s all work together to keep Amelia Earhart Park 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 2025 Race Schedule will be posted on Monday October 20th.

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 www.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, October 22nd. 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.

Consolation Division 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 Consolation Race, and Grand Final Race. Volunteers will gather the gold medal-winning team as they come off the water.  They will be escorted directly to the stage. Bronze and silver medal-winning teams will receive their medals in the dock area.

Stay tuned for entertainment and on-site activities for 2025.

Marketplace: TBA

Food Vendors: 

• Kona Ice of Miami South

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

Ample on-site parking is available right beside the event site. Parking Fees TBD.

To access the parking lot, please follow “Dragon Boat Festival Parking” directional signage upon arrival.

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.

2025

2024

2023