The Cancer Support Community NJ Dragon Boat Festival

The Cancer Support Community NJ Dragon Boat Festival The 10th Annual CSCNJ Dragon Boat Festival will take place on Sunday, July 12,2026 at Lake Lenape East

Dragon Boating is easy to learn, extremely safe, and an activity where men and women compete side by side towards the same goal. Regardless how old, young, big or little: once a paddler is in stroke, they are contributing to their team! Add the outdoors, the water, the visual spectacle of dragon boating and you get a perfect activity for corporate team building, a school outing or a day with famil

y and friends! Please join us on July 9, 2023 for our 7th Annual Festival to benefit Cancer Support Community NJ at Lake Lenape in Mays Landing, NJ! History:

The origin of Dragon Boat Racing dates back over 2000 years to the Chinese legend of Qu Yuan, a 4th-century statesman, poet, and advisor to the king. Qu Yuan was exiled from the ancient state of Chu after his advice to the king was misinterpreted as an attempt to assume greater political power. For his offense, Qu Yuan was banished to a remote area of Hunan Province in southern China. The dishonor of being exiled was a heavy burden on Qu Yuan. Under the weight of his sorrow, he threw himself into the torrents of the Milou River – but some local fishermen raced out onto the water to save the drowning Qu Yuan. The fishermen wildly beat their drums and splashed the water with their paddles to prevent the water dragons and fish from eating Qu Yuan. The modern Dragon Boat Race is based upon a traditional re-enactment of the race to save Qu Yuan. Over the centuries, village fishing boats went out each year in a symbolic search, and began to take part in races that evolved into Dragon Boat Racing’s present form.

06/11/2026
🚣‍♀️ There’s still time to get your crew together!The CSCNJ Dragon Boat Festival is coming up, and team registration is ...
06/10/2026

🚣‍♀️ There’s still time to get your crew together!

The CSCNJ Dragon Boat Festival is coming up, and team registration is still open. Whether you're a group of friends, coworkers, family members, or community supporters, this is your chance to experience an unforgettable day on the water while supporting Cancer Support Community New Jersey.

No dragon boating experience? No problem! We’ll teach you everything you need to know.

Gather your team, make some memories, and help make a difference for local families impacted by cancer.

Register today and learn more at cscnj.org/dragon-boat-festival

Whether it's your first time on a dragon boat or your tenth, take a moment to familiarize yourself with our rules of rac...
06/04/2026

Whether it's your first time on a dragon boat or your tenth, take a moment to familiarize yourself with our rules of racing at the CSCNJ Dragon Boat Festival 🐲

Throwback Thursday takes us to 2019! Blasts from Pasts will be coming weekly . It is not too late to relive this great d...
05/28/2026

Throwback Thursday takes us to 2019! Blasts from Pasts will be coming weekly . It is not too late to relive this great day in 2026 for our 10th Anniversary!

Were you seen at the Dragon Boat Festival? Thank you Nick Valinote for these incredible images of an amazing day raising much needed funds for Gilda's Club ❤️

Planning your next vacay? Take a Chance & help those in our community affected by cancer . Good Luck !🛳🥂🕺
04/21/2026

Planning your next vacay? Take a Chance & help those in our community affected by cancer . Good Luck !🛳🥂🕺

04/21/2026

Ready to hit the water? 🚣‍♀️💙

Registration is OPEN for The Cancer Support Community NJ Dragon Boat Festival , and team spots are filling up fast! Whether you're a seasoned paddler or trying it for the first time, this is your chance to have fun, build team spirit, and support an incredible cause.

Check out our registration levels in the graphic and secure your spot today!
More info: http://www.cscnj.org/dragon-boat-festival

Have questions? Drop them in the comments or send us a message—we’d love to help you get started!

2018 Dragon Boat Festival- "Faces of Dragon Boat " 🐉🐉💞
04/14/2026

2018 Dragon Boat Festival- "Faces of Dragon Boat " 🐉🐉💞

The talents of Charles Kershenblatt & Don Gray capturing the essence of this festival. Thank you both so very much.

3rd Annual Dragon Boat Festival ! 2018- Album 1 of 2- great memories
04/14/2026

3rd Annual Dragon Boat Festival ! 2018- Album 1 of 2- great memories

Thank you to all the paddlers, spectators, and community members that supported this year's Festival!

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