Join TAP-Chicago for a summertime picnic and cheer on our dragon boat team at the 2012 Chicago International Dragon Boat Festival. New for 2012, the combination of the culture of Chicago and the spirit of dragon boating guarantees participants and spectators a true one-of-a kind racing experience at the 1st Annual Chicago International Dragon Boat Festival. Staged just outside of Chicago, at beautiful Lake Arlington Park in Arlington Heights.
The Chicago International Dragon Boat Festival is a one-day regatta that brings together 1,250 recreational and elite dragon boat athletes and thousands of spectators. The event offers an exhilarating combination of racing in concert with an entertainment showcase for corporations, community organizations and families.
Festival Highlights Include:
- FREE admission for all spectators
- A lively Expo Area and Health & Wellness Zone
- A large Athletes’ Village
- Beer Garden and live entertainment
- Fun and interactive Dragon’s Nest Kids Zone
- Grandstand seating for premier spectator viewing
Event Highlights Include:
- Teams compete in up to 4 races
- Multiple race divisions include Open, Women’s, Mixed and BCS
- Industry/cause specific challenges (i.e.: public services, breast cancer survivors)
- Teams use World-Class boats and equipment
- Trophies and medals to be awarded
- Support a local charity
- Produced by GWN and in partnership with Windy City Dragons.
- The 1st Chicago’s W.O.D. (Workout of the Dragons) – Push-up Contest following immediately after the races.
TAP-Chicago:
Cheer on Team TAP-Chicago’s co-ed team! Spots still available for this race. We will have a picnic section of our own with snacks and cold beverages. Race heats start at 8am and finish at 5pm.
For more information about joining the TAP-Chicago Dragon Boat Team, please visit http://tapchicago.org/