Celebrating its 20th year, Milton Keynes Dragon Boat Festival is set to make waves in the city again!
On Saturday 22nd July, NewWave Events is bringing back the fiercely contested festival to Milton Keynes.
Dragon boat racing is an ancient Chinese tradition and the fastest growing water activity in Britain today - as well as being extremely fun.
Teams will take to the waters of Willen Lake, racing in brightly-coloured 30-foot dragon boats, each with a majestic dragon's head at the bow and a traditional drum to keep the beat with the rowers' strokes, with the first set starting at 10am.
Up to 48 teams will compete over the 200m race course, watched by several thousand spectators. Prepare to be entertained with a variety of activities, such as live music, a funfair, a flypast, and an exciting addition of a traditional Chinese Lion Dance.
Last year, teams managed to raise over £37,000 for local charities with The Philosophical Dragons (PhDs), from the Open University, taking home the top prizes with a score of 72.60. The team were crowned first in the Mixed Crew Champions and Champions.
The Jason and The Argonauts team were named Community Champions after raising over £2,200 for local charity Harry’s Rainbow.
Residents are being invited to support this year's event by heading down to the lake and cheering on the teams - including the MKFM Dragons!
For more information, please visit the website.
