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SUMMARY:The Springfield Dragon Boat Festival
DESCRIPTION:A Dragon Boat is a giant Chinese war canoe (see pictures). The Springfield Dragon Boat Festival is a series of friendly\, fun dragon boat races between groups\, companies\, organizations\, etc. assembled to compete for one day. The Festival goes from 8am to 4pm on a summer Saturday (date shown above) at North Riverfront Park on the Connecticut River\, 121 West Street\, Springfield\, MA (See parking directions below). Your team needs at least 17 people: 8 men\, 8 women\, a Drummer (wears a costume\, beats a drum\, rides in the bow of the dragon boat)\, plus a few spares. \n  \nEach race is 200 meters (about 2 football fields)\, lasts about one minute\, each team races at least 3 times\, no experience is required\, all equipment is provided\, a practice session is included\, and medals are awarded! Festival proceeds benefit the Pioneer Valley Riverfront Club\, a Springfield non-profit connecting people with healthy riverfront activity. \n​ \nAdmission is free for spectators to enjoy the dragon boat racing\, food trucks\, cultural performances\, and more! \n​ \nPARKING FOR SPECTATORS AND TEAMS: 101 WEST STREET REAR\, SPRINGFIELD MA 01104. \nPlease carpool as parking may be limited. \nAn optional donation of $5 to support PVRC programming may be requested. \nVolunteers please park at 55 Avocado Street. 
URL:https://businesswest.com/eventcalendar/the-springfield-dragon-boat-festival/
LOCATION:North Riverfront Park\, 121 West St\, Springfield\, MA
CATEGORIES:Charity / Fundraiser,Community,Recreation / Sporting
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