19 Annual Mercer County Dragon Boat Festival

Host of the ERDBA Regional Championships

Attendance: 2,000 participants / 1,000 spectators

On-site Festivities: Health & Wellness Zone, Athletes’ Village, Vendor/Food Village

Sport Division (2x200m, 2x500m, 1x2000m*): Mixed, Women’s, Open, BCP, ACP, Paradragons

Community Division (3x500m): Mixed, Women’s, Open

*Top crews in each division

The Mercer County Dragon Boat Festival returns to Mercer County Park in West Windsor New Jersey on Saturday, September 13th, 2025. This event brings together culture, sport and international flavors that blend a 2,500-year-old tradition with the fun and excitement of an outdoor festival.

Twenty paddlers move in unison, combining strength and teamwork in a boat whose elaborate design originates from ancient China. Social groups and businesses alike embrace the sport because it builds camaraderie, forms connections and promotes healthy lifestyles.

Admission to this family-friendly event is free; races will begin at approximately 8:30am and will continue throughout the day. Festival grounds will offer a variety of activities for all participants and spectators. Wander through the Health & Wellness Village featuring exciting products and services to assist in leading a healthy lifestyle. Grab a bite from one of the Food Vendors, shop in the Marketplace.

New teams and individuals are welcome! Invite friends, family, colleagues - form a group of 16 to 25 people and sign-up a team today. If you or a couple of friends are interested, there is a pay per seat option available, contact us at [email protected] to join.

Get in on the action – ask us how to get involved!

For more information, visit www.gwndragonboat.com/mercer

Host or Publisher GWN Dragon Boat