The Sun Life Hong Kong International Dragon Boat Races celebrated its 50th anniversary with a 13-day carnival along the Tsim Sha Tsui Promenade from June 19 to July 1.
Organised by the Hong Kong Tourism Board, co-organised by the Hong Kong China Dragon Boat Association and title-sponsored by Sun Life, the event combined racing with a programme of harbourside entertainment, including a Dragon Boat Food Lane, Beer Garden, intangible cultural heritage workshops and themed photo spots.
The celebrations culminated on June 27 and 28, when more than 4,500 paddlers from 220 teams across 16 countries and regions competed in 21 races along Victoria Harbour.
The popular Fancy Dress Competition also returned, with teams taking to the water in colourful costumes that showcased creativity, humour and team spirit.
The annual event is one of Hong Kong’s flagship sporting and tourism attractions, drawing local spectators and international visitors to the city’s waterfront.
