Esplanade Dragons

Esplanade Dragons Iloilo River Esplanade with the Dragons. PADDLE. PURPOSE. PASSION.

Esplanade Dragons weaves together Iloilo City's premier urban sanctuary with the raw energy, cultural roots, and community spirit of dragon boat paddling

good luck mga boys and girls!
18/08/2026

good luck mga boys and girls!

The ILOILO DRAGONS Dragon Boat Club Inc. is composed of members coming from diverse dragon boat and mountaineering backgrounds since 1996. It is envisioned to be the core and foundation of responsible members that will promote the fun behind the sport; encourage the importance of fitness and health; uphold environmental conservation; and strengthen fellowship and camaraderie among groups and individuals.

AFTER A VERY LONG HIATUS, ILOILO DRAGONS is formally registered in the Securities and Exchange Commission in December of 2023. The Club has been a member of the Philippine Paddling Federation Inc. or PPFI, (formerly Philippine Canoe Kayak Dragonboat Federation, Inc.).

And to date, though our strokes are new and our roots are young, we carry the unyielding fire of youth and a fierce, beating passion for the dragon boat.

Afterall, Dragon Boat sport is not just about races, it is not just about competition, it is about the FUN, FITNESS and FELLOWSHIP among groups and individuals.

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AS THE BLADE HITS THE WATER, a storm is unleashed; watch as ordinary crews transform into unstoppable aquatic superpowers.
Meet the Fleet. Unveiling the Lineup from Luzon, Visayas and Mindanao for the 3rd Iloilo City Paddling Festival on August 20 - 23, 2026

IWAHIG BOYS U24 Dragon Boat Team
Puerto Princesa, Palawan

BASILAN BARRACUDA,
Manila, Ph

RIPTIDE DRAGON BOAT TEAM,
Manila, Ph

MUA TALA DRAGONS
El Nido, Palawan, Ph

THE HAMLET DRAGONS,
Iligan City, Ph

SUGBU MIGHTY DRAGONS
Cebu City, Ph

CANOE KAYAK CYP,
Calbayog City, Samar, Ph

AKLAN DAGYAB DRAGONS,
Aklan, Ph

BORACAY THUNDER FORCE,
Boracay, Malay, Aklan, Ph

LEGANES DRAGONS,
Leganes, Iloilo, Ph

ILOILO SEA WARRIORS,
Iloilo City, Ph.

ILOILO DRAGONS - NASYO,
Iloilo City, Ph

The 3rd Iloilo City Charter Paddling Festival on August 20 – 23, 2026
is more than just dragon boat… it will be an exciting and fun filled PADDLING FESTIVAL!
Let us move forward together…!

Brought to you by
Iloilo City Government, Philippine Sports Commission, Philippine Paddling Federation and Iloilo Dragons

LET US continue and keep up the bond of togetherness through and beyond the dragon boat..!

Iloilo City Charter Day PADDLING Festival is in celebration of cheers and thanksgiving and to rekindle the spirit of oneness and perseverance of Iloilo City and the Dragon Boat Community.. 🙏❤️





SEE YOU GUYS!

16/08/2026

Kudos!

Kudos!
13/08/2026

Kudos!

"Great champions aren't born in stadiums; they are forged at the grassroots."

From local shores to international waters, true sporting excellence begins with a single stroke. We extend our utmost gratitude to the Philippine Paddling Federation (PPF) for their steadfast commitment to empowering our local communities and championing the dragon boat grassroots program.

Dates & Venue

August 20, 2026
Water Test [6:00AM TO 5:00PM]
Manager’s Meeting [6:00PM]

August 21, 2026
Water Test [6:00AM TO 3:00PM]
Opening Ceremony [4:00PM and onwards]

August 22, 2026
Dragon Boat Race proper 250 – Meter, Small Boat
[6:00AM TO 5:00PM]

August 23, 2026
Dragon Boat Race proper 100-Meter Sprint, Small Boat
[6:00AM TO 5:00PM]

Awarding and Closing Ceremony
[6:00PM]

The 3rd Iloilo City Charter Paddling Festival on August 20 – 23, 2026
is more than just dragon boat… it will be an exciting and fun filled PADDLING FESTIVAL!
Let us move forward together…!

Brought to you by
Iloilo City Government, Philippine Sports Commission, Philippine Paddling Federation and Iloilo Dragons

LET US continue and keep up the bond of togetherness through and beyond the dragon boat..!

Iloilo City Charter Day PADDLING Festival is in celebration of cheers and thanksgiving and to rekindle the spirit of oneness and perseverance of Iloilo City and the Dragon Boat Community.. 🙏❤️





SEE YOU GUYS!

11/08/2026

Fueling the Future, One Stroke at a Time!

Thank you, Iloilo City Sports Academy under the leadership of Mayor Raisa Treñas, for investing in the future of Ilonggo grassroots sports and keeping the culture of the dragon boat alive and thriving!

By backing community training, development clinics, and local athletes along our iconic Iloilo River, you aren't just building competitive paddlers—you are fostering discipline, teamwork, and local pride from the ground up.

Dates & Venue

August 20, 2026
Water Test [6:00AM TO 5:00PM]
Manager’s Meeting [6:00PM]

August 21, 2026
Water Test [6:00AM TO 3:00PM]
Opening Ceremony [4:00PM and onwards]

August 22, 2026
Dragon Boat Race proper 250 – Meter, Small Boat
[6:00AM TO 5:00PM]

August 23, 2026
Dragon Boat Race proper 100-Meter Sprint, Small Boat
[6:00AM TO 5:00PM]

Awarding and Closing Ceremony
[6:00PM]

The 3rd Iloilo City Charter Paddling Festival on August 20 – 23, 2026
is more than just dragon boat… it will be an exciting and fun filled PADDLING FESTIVAL!
Let us move forward together…!

Brought to you by
Iloilo City Government, Philippine Sports Commission, Philippine Paddling Federation and Iloilo Dragons

LET US continue and keep up the bond of togetherness through and beyond the dragon boat..!

Iloilo City Charter Day PADDLING Festival is in celebration of cheers and thanksgiving and to rekindle the spirit of oneness and perseverance of Iloilo City and the Dragon Boat Community.. 🙏❤️





SEE YOU GUYS!

06/08/2026

Way to go!

01/08/2026

The fleet!

29/07/2026

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HEADS UP!
We have officially transitioned into the preparation phase ensuring a different kind of race experience and vibe for our confirmed attendees from Luzon, Visayas, and Mindanao.

The 3rd Iloilo City Charter Paddling Festival on August 20 – 23, 2026
is more than just dragon boat… it will be an exciting and fun filled PADDLING FESTIVAL!
Let us move forward together…!

Brought to you by
Iloilo City Government, Philippine Sports Commission, Philippine Paddling Federation and Iloilo Dragons

LET US continue and keep up the bond of togetherness through and beyond the dragon boat..!

Iloilo City Charter Day PADDLING Festival is in celebration of cheers and thanksgiving and to rekindle the spirit of oneness and perseverance of Iloilo City and the Dragon Boat Community.. 🙏❤️

Race Categories

250-Meter and 100-Meter Sprint

U18 Boys [10-seater]
U18 Girls [10-seater]
Mixed Standard 10Men and 10Women
Open [10-seater]
40+ Masters Mixed Only [10-seater]





SEE YOU GUYS!

24/07/2026

100-Meter Sprint

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Iloilo City

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