A cornerstone of the continent’s dragon boat racing scene with world-class racing, vibrant cultural experiences, and an unbeatable waterfront atmosphere.
Celebrate Asian and Pacific Island cultures on the Hartford waterfront enjoying the sights, sounds, smells and taste of the Riverfront Dragon Boat & Asian Festival.
The 2026 festival will take place on Sunday, October 4, 2026, from 8:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. at Lake Carolyn in Las Colinas, Irving, Texas. 17th Annual DFW Dragon Boat, Kite & Lantern Festival—one of North Texas’s largest and most respected multicultural community events.