Leeds Dock Dragon Boat Race 2025

On your marks, get set, RACE!

The Leeds Dock Dragon Boat Race will take place from 10am - 5pm on Saturday 5 July 2025.

The event will see teams of rowers take to the water for the chance to win the highly coveted trophy. The event is open to all abilities and creates great team spirit, with fancy dress welcomed!

With street food vendors, entertainment, a funfair and a chance of sun, it promises to be a brilliant day out for all.

For details about the race, please see below:

Cost: A dragon boat costs £300

Size of team per dragon boat: The boats can seat minimum 6 paddlers and maximum 10 paddlers. There also needs to be 1 drummer. Therefore teams need to have 7 - 11 people in total. However your squad can consist of up to 20 members as you have the flexibility to change the squad for each race.

Anyone can take part. Children must be 16+ with signed parents consent.

Number of races: We aim for there to be 3 rounds of racing for each team, plus the semi final and final.

Time: 10am-5pm

Once you've booked your dragon boat race ticket, our team will be in touch with more information as to what to expect on the day.

All teams will need to supply a team name ahead of the event. There will be a prize for the best team name and the team with the best fancy dress!

If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to contact [email protected]

Host or Publisher Leeds Dock / Allied London