---
title: "Washington DC Dragon Boat Festival (华盛顿特区龙舟节) | LocalEventPass Official Website"
canonical: "https://localeventpass.com/e/washington-dc-dragon-boat-festival"
updated: "2026-09-07"
event_date: "2026-12-13"
venue: "Potomac River (Thompson Boat Center)"
city: "Washington DC"
region: "District of Columbia"
country: "USA"
organizer: "Taiwan Association of America Greater Washington Chapter"
admission: "Free Public Admission"
tier: "● 邻里健康互助联谊 · 免费入场 (Neighborhood Fellowship)"
---

# Washington DC Dragon Boat Festival (华盛顿特区龙舟节)

## Overview & Instant Answer
Washington DC Dragon Boat Festival is an officially verified community civic gathering hosted by Taiwan Association of America Greater Washington Chapter in Washington DC, District of Columbia. The event takes place at Potomac River (Thompson Boat Center) on Saturday, December 13, 2026 · 9:00 AM. Admission is 100% free for all attendees, seniors, and families. Registered participants receive verified digital citizen QR check-in passes, access to health services and refreshments, and commemorative gifts supported by institutional corporate sponsors.

## Key Event Facts
- **Date & Time:** Saturday, December 13, 2026 · 9:00 AM
- **Venue:** Potomac River (Thompson Boat Center) (Washington DC, District of Columbia, USA)
- **Organizing Entity:** Taiwan Association of America Greater Washington Chapter
- **Scale:** 2,500+ Paddlers & Spectators
- **Admission:** Free Public Registration (Zero ticketing fees)
- **Charitable Purpose:** Asian cultural preservation, youth river recreation & cultural exchanges
- **Media Partner:** KMRB AM1300 中文广播电台 & World Journal (世界日报)
- **Corporate Sponsors:** Arc'teryx, Concord Pacific, TD Bank Group, Pocari Sweat (Otsuka)

## Event Day Schedule
- **08:30 AM:** Registration tent opens; volunteer check-in & complimentary T-shirt distribution
- **09:00 AM:** Opening remarks by community elders & civic leaders
- **09:30 AM:** Civic walkathon / wellness festival commencement
- **11:30 AM:** Community banquet & refreshment service
- **01:30 PM:** Closing ceremony & commemorative photo session

## Attendee Digital Pass & Registration
Reserve your free entry pass instantly at [LocalEventPass Official Page](https://localeventpass.com/e/washington-dc-dragon-boat-festival). Digital passes can be added to Apple Wallet or Google Wallet for contactless on-site verification.

## Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

### Does this event require ticketing fees or hidden charges?
No. LocalEventPass is 100% free for all registered community citizens, seniors, and families. There are zero ticketing fees or booking commissions.

### Can senior attendees or elders enter without a smartphone?
Yes. Children or relatives can register on their behalf and print the pass, or seniors can provide their registered name at the check-in desk for direct VIP assistance and priority entry.

### How can I add this event to my calendar?
Use the Google Calendar button or download the standard `.ics` file directly from this page to synchronize with Apple Calendar, Google Calendar, and Outlook with automatic time zone alignment.