Penang International Dragon Boat Regatta 2026

Name: Penang International Dragon Boat Regatta 2026
Start: 2026-11-20
Location: Straits Quay Retail Marina, Jalan Seri Tanjung Pinang 10470 Tanjong Tokong, Penang Malaysia

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Date

20 Nov (Friday)

Time

Fri 20 – Sun 22 Nov

Venue

Straits Quay Retail Marina, Jalan Seri Tanjung Pinang 10470 Tanjong Tokong, Penang Malaysia

Tanjung Tokong, Malaysia

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📝 Useful Information

The Penang International Dragon Boat Regatta 2026 is scheduled to take place from November 20 to November 22, 2026. While some earlier bulletins listed the dates as November 27–29, the most recent updates confirm the event will be held during the third weekend of November.

In addition to the main international regatta, the Malaysian Dragon Boat Federation (MDBF) has scheduled related races earlier in the year:

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Event Details

Highlights for 2026

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•Location: Straits Quay Retail Marina, Jalan Seri Tanjung Pinang, Tanjung Tokong, 10470 Penang, Malaysia.

•Straits Quay Retail Marina

•Time: Races typically run daily from 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM.

•Venue Features: The marina offers a picturesque seafront racing course with dining options, retail outlets, and scenic relaxation spots for spectators.

•Inclusivity & Para Teams: The regatta continues its focus on social inclusion, featuring para dragon boat teams from regions such as Hong Kong and the Philippines.

•Global Participation: Over 55 elite teams from approximately 10 countries and regions are expected to compete.

•Festival Atmosphere: Beyond the high-powered water sports, the event includes stage performances and cultural festivities, drawing up to 100,000 visitors.

•Malaysian Dragon Boat Federation

•Penang Mini Dragon Boat Race: Held on January 24, 2026, at the Penang Water Sports Recreation Centre in Tanjung Bungah.

•Dragon Boat Festival (Zongzi Season): Celebrated across Malaysia around May 31, 2026, with cultural parades and traditional sticky rice dumplings.

Updated at 22 Mar 2026