Lake Bemidji Dragon Boat Festival

We’re excited to have you join us at the Lake Bemidji Dragon Boat Festival – July 30 – August 2, 2025! From the exceptional viewing area, energizing races, extraordinary team villages, excellent kids activities and evening entertainment, we have something exciting for the whole family. The festival is located along the shores of beautiful Lake Bemidji (on Bemidji Avenue/Hwy 197 – to the left of the Paul & Babe statues: 300 Bemidji Ave. N.)

Schedule:

11:00 am - 8:00 pm: Sanford Health Taco Fest for the United Way
$10 taco meal includes fry bread or tortilla taco with all the trimmings, beverage & dessert. Presented by Lueken's Village Foods.

11:00 am - 1:00 pm: Music

11:00 am - 9:00 pm: Dragon's Den Open
50/50 Raffle Ticket Sales.

5:00 pm - 9:00 pm: Practice Sessions
Everyone is welcome to watch!

5:00 pm - 8:00 pm: Merchandise Tent Open

4:00 pm - 7:00 pm: Dragon's Den Entertainment
Featuring: Rhonda & Orlando on the Sanford Center stage.

Online Registration