SF Dragon Boat Festival Opening Celebration (Chinatown)

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The Opening Celebration of the 2026 San Francisco Dragon Boat Festival takes place in Chinatown and features cultural activities, local vendors, and family-friendly programming. Attendees can learn about the history and tradition of dragon boat racing, with opportunities for community engagement and celebration of cultural heritage.

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_San Francisco Dragon Boat Festival Opening Celebration
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San Francisco Dragon Boat Festival
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830 Sacramento StSan Francisco, CA
Saturday, June 13 • 11 AM – 3 PM
Overview
Join us for the Opening Celebration of the 2026 San Francisco Dragon Boat Festival on Saturday, June 13 from 11am–3pm in Chinatown.

The opening celebration will feature cultural activities, local vendors, family-friendly programming, and opportunities to learn more about the history and tradition of dragon boat racing. The event brings together youth, families, and community members to celebrate a tradition that continues to connect generations across San Francisco.

Thank you to our partners California Dragon Boat Association, Community Youth Center of San Francisco, and San Francisco Office of Economic and Workforce Development for helping make this event possible._

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