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TOP 5 REASONS TO CHECK OUT THE FESTIVAL THIS SUMMER

08 | April 2022

The perfect return to summer outdoors with friends   March 2020 seems so much longer than two years ago, but that's how long it has in fact been since we all, not just in Ottawa but around the world, found ourselves all in the same boat. Finally, the clouds appear to be lifting and just in time ...

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VOLUNTEER COORDINATOR SPOTLIGHT: KRISTY READY

07 | April 2022

Kristy has been a valuable member of the dragon boat family for a number of years and a key leader of our on site Volunteer Services Team. Volunteers can count on her to be there for support and encouragement. Every year Kristy looks forward to seeing new and returning faces, and there are a lo ...

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2022 FESTIVAL FOOD LINEUP!

01 | April 2022

Whether you're paddling on the water, playing at Canada's largest playground or enjoying the free concerts, you're going to be building up an appetite.This year the festival has a delicious assortment of delectable foods in store with more being announced all the time. So make sure to come out ...

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VOLUNTEER SPOTLIGHT: RAVI PHILAR

01 | April 2022

For the past 10 years, Ravi Philar has been an integral member of the festival’s volunteer team. Overseeing the festival’s bars, he works hard to ensure that whether you’re getting a drink or not, everyone feels safe and welcomed! We spoke with Ravi to learn more about his experience volunteeri ...

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5 FESTIVAL FOODS FROM AROUND THE WORLD

01 | March 2022

In anticipation for the Tim Hortons Ottawa Dragon Boat Festival, we’re taking a look at five festival foods from festivals around the world! From the ridiculous to just plain mouth-watering delicious. Follow us on Twitter and Facebook to keep updated on all the fantastic foods at this years fest ...

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ONE OF OTTAWA’S MOST EXCITING SUMMERTIME EVENTS IS BACK!

01 | March 2022

REGISTRATION IS OPEN AND FILLING UP FAST FOR THE TIM HORTONS OTTAWA DRAGON BOAT FESTIVAL! The excitement is mounting as registration for the 2022 Tim Hortons Ottawa Dragon Boat Festival is now open and spaces are filling up fast!  44 teams have already pre-registered to return in 2022 and gener ...

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THE VOLUNTEER PARADOX: IN GIVING, WE RECEIVE

01 | March 2022

At long last, spring is on its way. Atop the list of the relieved are undoubtedly the festival fiends that flood the nation’s capital every year. But long before the attendee’s plans are made, the festival organizers are already hard at work to realize those expectations of summer joy. There ...

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RIDEAU CROSSFIT

01 | March 2022

  Rideau CrossFit has teamed up with the Tim Horton’s Ottawa Dragon Boat Festival to provide a warm-up area for athletes competing on the water. Rideau CrossFit will have KayakPro Dragonboat Ergometers set-up on site next to staging. Stop by the tent and give the ergs a try!

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TIM HORTONS OTTAWA DRAGON BOAT FESTIVAL IS BACK ON THE WATER THIS SUMMER

17 | February 2022

DRAGONS RETURN TO BATTLE IN THE BAY! The Tim Hortons Ottawa Dragon Boat Festival returns June 23-26, 2022.  Registration for the event opens Tuesday, March 1 at 12:00 PM ET. The 29th edition of the Tim Hortons Ottawa Dragon Boat Festival is a Dragon Boat Canada Race Series Event and is held on ...

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TIM HORTONS OTTAWA DRAGON BOAT FESTIVAL VIRTUAL EDITION ANNOUNCES 2021 PROGRAMMINGMING

01 | July 2021

The Tim Hortons Ottawa Dragon Boat Festival is proud to present its 2021 programming from March 20 - September 6 on dragonboat.net and its social media. That’s right, the Tim Hortons Ottawa Dragon Boat Festival goes virtual for 2021, meaning you can access all the exciting programming whereve ...

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Whats new at the festival
SUMMER 2023 IS OFF TO THE RACES WITH THE RETURN OF THE TIM HORTONS OTTAWA DRAGON BOAT FESTIVAL!

2023 REGISTRATION IS OPEN! Planning for the 2023 Tim Hortons Ottawa Dragon Boat Festival is wel ...

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THE TIM HORTONS OTTAWA DRAGON BOAT FESTIVAL ANNOUNCES 2023 DATES!

2023 EARLY BIRD REGISTRATION OPENS NOVEMBER 1, 12PM EST The Tim Hortons Ottawa Dragon Boat Fest ...

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