Ottawa Dragon Boat Festival

Ottawa Dragon Boat Festival June 19-21, 2026 The Tim Hortons Ottawa Dragon Boat Festival held it’s inaugural festival in 1994.
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This Dragon Boat Canada Race Series Event is held on the Rideau River at Ottawa’s majestic Mooney’s Bay Park. Races are held in competitive, corporate and community categories. Participants will have the opportunity to join paddlers from all skill levels, from beginners to world champions, as they compete for greatness in a variety of divisions including the Sue Holloway Cup, Breast Cancer Paddler

s Cup, Pride Challenge Cup as well as the introduction of the new Paradragons and All Cancer Paddlers Challenge Cups. Sport crews from throughout North America will face off in the Sue Holloway Cup, named after Olympic medalist and Canadian Sports Hall of Famer. The Breast Cancer Paddlers (BCP) Cup highlights the long standing deep rooted history between dragon boating and breast cancer. This long standing division was created at the Tim Hortons Ottawa Dragon Boat Festival to celebrate our BCP teams' commitment to dragon boating and inspiring perseverance. Another highlight is the festival’s popular multi-sport paddling event the Ottawa Wa’a (Hawaiian for outrigger canoe); a competition including divisions for OC1 (Outrigger Canoe), SUP (Stand Up Paddle Board), Surf Ski, 1X (Single Scull), Kayak, and Canoe. The festival is admission free for those that wish to enjoy the lush surroundings of the park, visit the enormous children’s playground, listen to free concerts, shop at a variety of artisans and exhibitors, eat delicious festival foods and cheer competitors on during the non-stop racing. The Tim Hortons Ottawa Dragon Boat Festival is made possible by the continued support of Canadian Heritage’s Building Communities Through Arts and Heritage, Celebrate Ontario and the City of Ottawa Partnership Program.

There are few symbols of a Canadian summer more iconic than a dock on the water.At the Tim Hortons Ottawa Dragon Boat Fe...
06/20/2026

There are few symbols of a Canadian summer more iconic than a dock on the water.

At the Tim Hortons Ottawa Dragon Boat Festival, the docks are where every race begins, every team gathers, and countless memories are made.

For years, Fendock Aluminum Boat Docks has generously supplied the docks that make our Festival possible, helping transform Mooney's Bay into one of North America's premier dragon boat racing venues.

From first-time paddlers to championship crews, every athlete's journey starts on a Fendock dock.

We're proud to recognize Fendock as our Official Dock Provider and thank them for their incredible support of the Festival community.

Here's to another summer of unforgettable moments on the water.

The Tim Hortons Ottawa Dragon Boat Festival is a Dragon Boat Canada Race Series Event and promises to be one of the most exciting summer events in Ottawa and a premier dragon boat festival on the North American dragon boat calendar.

As Festival weekend approaches, we're reminded that the excitement on the water creates opportunities far beyond the fin...
06/17/2026

As Festival weekend approaches, we're reminded that the excitement on the water creates opportunities far beyond the finish line.

Thank you to our partners Senators Community Foundation and Tim Hortons and everyone supporting the ODBF 50/50. Together, through our Foundation we're helping invest to in programs, charities, and people who make our community stronger.

Check out the latest ODBF 5050 update below!

Don't miss your chance to win an early bird prize this week ahead of the big jackpot this weekend!

➡️https://5050sens.com

We're excited to welcome BeaverTails - Queues de Castor as an Official Sponsor and Food Vendor of this year's Tim Horton...
06/17/2026

We're excited to welcome BeaverTails - Queues de Castor as an Official Sponsor and Food Vendor of this year's Tim Hortons Ottawa Dragon Boat Festival. From cinnamon sugar to chocolate hazelnut, these iconic hand-stretched pastries have been creating sweet summer memories for generations.

Be sure to stop by and enjoy a BeaverTails while taking in the festivities at Mooney's Bay.

The Tim Hortons Ottawa Dragon Boat Festival is a Dragon Boat Canada Race Series Event and promises to be one of the most exciting summer events in Ottawa and a premier dragon boat festival on the North American dragon boat calendar.

Here's your chance to win!The ODBF 50/50, in partnership with the Senators Community Foundation and presented by Tim Hor...
06/17/2026

Here's your chance to win!

The ODBF 50/50, in partnership with the Senators Community Foundation and presented by Tim Hortons, features Early Bird prizes all week long leading up to the big jackpot draw during Festival weekend at Mooney's Bay.

Every ticket purchased helps support ODBF's 2026 Partner Charities while giving you more chances to win.

Check out the Senators Community Foundation post below for details and get your tickets today!

Don't miss your chance to win an early bird prize this week ahead of the big jackpot this weekend! 🎫

➡️ https://5050sens.com/

Every paddle stroke helps build a stronger community.The ODBF 50/50, in partnership with the Senators Community Foundati...
06/17/2026

Every paddle stroke helps build a stronger community.

The ODBF 50/50, in partnership with the Senators Community Foundation and presented by Tim Hortons, is an opportunity to support programs that make a real difference across Ottawa while having a chance to win.

With proceeds supporting ODBF's 2026 Partner Charities, every ticket purchased helps create positive impact long after Festival weekend ends.

Check out the details below and don't miss your chance to win the Early Bird Prize tonight!

Get your tickets for the ODBF 5050, in partnership with Ottawa Senators Community Foundation!

Buy your tickets before 11pm tonight for a chance to win a $250 Bayshore Shopping Centre.

Draw date is Sunday, June 21st at 6pm during the at Mooney's Bay Park.

All proceeds supporting ODBF's 2026 Partner Charities...Boys and Girls Club of Ottawa (Walk This Way program), Nutrition Blocs (Hot Breakfast/Summer Nutrition Program), The Partage Vanier Food Bank, Roger Neilson Children’s Hospice (Young Grievers Camp), Tim Hortons Foundation Camps (Camp des Voyageurs).

International competition meets cultural celebration at the Tim Hortons Ottawa Dragon Boat Festival.The Panda Cup, is a ...
06/16/2026

International competition meets cultural celebration at the Tim Hortons Ottawa Dragon Boat Festival.

The Panda Cup, is a special Challenge Cup that celebrates friendship, cultural exchange, and the traditions that inspired the sport of dragon boating.

This year's event will feature the remarkable World Champion, Liaocheng University Dragon Boat Team. Fresh off a historic performance at the World Dragon Boat Championships in Germany, they are making the journey from China to race at Mooney's Bay.

Read more: https://dragonboat.net/news/panda-cup-celebrates-culture-unity-and-friendship-at-2026-tim-hortons-ottawa-dragon-boat-festival.aspx

PANDA CUP CELEBRATES CULTURE, UNITY, AND FRIENDSHIP AT 2026 TIM HORTONS OTTAWA DRAGON BOAT FESTIVAL

The ODBF 50/50, in partnership with the Senators Community Foundation and presented by Tim Hortons, is now live!Not only...
06/15/2026

The ODBF 50/50, in partnership with the Senators Community Foundation and presented by Tim Hortons, is now live!

Not only will you have a chance to win the growing jackpot, you'll also be helping support ODBF's 2026 Partner Charities and the important work they do in our community.

Don't miss tonight's Early Bird Draw! Purchase your ticket before 11 PM for a chance to win a $250 Bayshore Shopping Centre gift card.

🐉 Get your tickets today and help us create a stronger community together. https://5050sens.com/

Get your tickets for the ODBF 5050, in partnership with Ottawa Senators Community Foundation!

Check out the early bird prizes coming up this week, starting with a $250 Bayshore Shopping Centre gift card up for grabs for anyone who purchases a ticket before 11pm tonight.

Draw date is Sunday, June 21st at 6pm at Mooney's Bay Park.

All proceeds supporting ODBF's 2026 Partner Charities...Boys and Girls Club of Ottawa (Walk This Way program), Nutrition Blocs (Hot Breakfast/Summer Nutrition Program), The Partage Vanier Food Bank, Roger Neilson Children’s Hospice (Young Grievers Camp), Tim Hortons Foundation Camps (Camp des Voyageurs).

A special thank you to Dakgogi Barrhaven for hosting us last night! Thank you to Ken and his great team for a delicious ...
03/19/2026

A special thank you to Dakgogi Barrhaven for hosting us last night! Thank you to Ken and his great team for a delicious Korean BBQ feast and continued support 🙏🙏

Show them some love by stopping by and tasting the incredible dishes they’re known for!

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02/24/2026

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The Ottawa Dragon Boat Foundation (ODBF) is proud to announce the recipient charities of the 2026 ODBF Pledge Challenge and to officially launch its annual summer fundraising campaign in support of essential local programs. The ODBF Pledge Challenge raises critical funds for Ottawa-based charities d...

This weekend, Tim Hortons is bringing back their Special Olympics Donut.From Jan 30-Feb 1, 100% of proceeds will go to S...
01/29/2026

This weekend, Tim Hortons is bringing back their Special Olympics Donut.

From Jan 30-Feb 1, 100% of proceeds will go to Special Olympics Canada, helping support Special Olympics athletes from coast-to-coast.

Mark your calendars and make a difference.

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