Newcastle's Dragon Boat Race

Newcastle's Dragon Boat Race is an annual charity challenge sees adventurous teams of fundraisers paddle down the River Tyne in dragon-themed boats, all racing for first place. From the energetic warm up to the row to the finish line, this sporting spectacle is a real bucket list activity for lovers of Newcastle.

Alongside the races on water, there are loads of fun activities which take place along the Quayside for those staying dry on land to cheer teams on as they battle head-to-head. From face-painting, crafts and carnival style games to charity raffles and market stalls, there’s always lots to do and get involved in on the day.

Over the past few years Newcastle's Dragon Boat Race has helped support lots of local causes including Teenage Cancer Trust, the Children’s Heart Foundation Unit, Newcastle Hospitals Charity and many more, helping make a real difference to these charitable organisations. 

This year, Newcastle's Dragon Boat Race is supported by our generous sponsors Orega and Fortis Vision with proceeds going to the Sir Bobby Robson Foundation, a fantastic local charity that funds projects supporting people with cancer and delivering research into the disease. If you'd like to make a Dragon Boat Race donation to the SIr Bobby Robson Foundation, please visit Just Giving. 

For more information about the event, head to the offical Newcastle's Dragon Boat Race website and check out Newcastle's Dragon Boat Race on Facebook for regular updates.