The Waterfront Market,Dubai’s premier destination for everything fresh, will host the Hong Kong Dragon Boat Festival 2022 sponsored by the Hong Kong Economic and Trade Office in Dubai this weekend on October 8^th& 9^th.

Over 60 teams will compete in the 200-meterraces which will take place in front of the Waterfront Market promenade throughout the 2-day festival where spectators can cheer on their favourite teams and enjoy the majestic views that the Market’s promenade has to offer. Races will be scheduled throughout the day with racing starting from 9am through to 5pm on both days. The teams will be divided into five race categories: Open, Mixed, Women, Corporate& Community.

Damian Lee, the Director-General of the Hong Kong Economic and Trade Office in Dubai, said “We are very excited to host the first-ever Hong Kong Dragon Boat Festival in Dubai, forming part of our celebrations for the 25^th anniversary of the establishment of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region. Hong Kong has long been home to the world’s biggest sports events, including our renowned international dragon boat festival. We are thrilled to bring a taste of Hong Kong to the region, and I would encourage racers and spectators to visit our booth during the festival.”

Mohammed Al Madani, Waterfront Market Manager said: “The Waterfront Market is delighted to host the exciting Dragon Boat Festival as part of our ongoing efforts to engage the community following a successful edition of the race earlier this year. The Market offers the best setting for the racein addition to many other fun-filled activities that cater to the whole family including authentic F&B experiences in a relaxed setting overlooking Deira Islands.”

Dragon Boat racing originated 2,500 years ago in China. Dragons, alongside the sun, are traditionally revered in Chinese culture and Dragon Boat racing pays homage to these ancient beliefs.

People who are interested to participate in the Hong Kong Dragon Boat Festival can register on the link (http://dubaidragonboat.com/Event-Registration.html) or contact tanna@sirenevents.com 055 273 4530 for more details.