6th Annual Laconia Dragon Boat Festival – NASWA Resort, Laconia NH
September 19 @ 8:00 am - 2:00 pm
Dragon Boat Races are coming again to Weirs Beach! Laconia Rotary Club’s Fall fundraiser is Saturday September 19 at the Naswa Resort. This year’s partner is 603United. Come watch the races & there might still be time to assemble a team to race… Click the link below for more info:
The 6th Annual Laconia Dragon Boat Festival, organized by the Laconia Rotary Club, is scheduled for Saturday, September 19, 2026, at The NASWA Resort (1086 Weirs Blvd, Laconia, NH). The lakeside event features vibrant boat races, food, live music, and proceeds benefit local cancer support charities.
Here are the key details and booking information for the event:
- Dates & Times: The festival takes place on Saturday, September 19, 2026, with the Awakening the Dragon ceremony typically held Friday, September 18, 2026 at 7pm. Races run roughly from 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM at The NazBar & Grill.
- Lodging Discount: The NASWA Resort is offering registered team members a 15% discount on 2-night stays. You can claim this by calling 888-55-NASWA and mentioning the code DRAGON.
- Team Registration: Registration includes Sport and Community divisions. You can sign up your team or find more details on the Laconia Rotary Club registration page.
FRIDAY, 9/18
DJ Terry at 4:30PM
• Awakening the Dragon Ceremony at 7 PM
SATURDAY, 9/19
• Dragon Boat Races from 9 AM–2 PM in the Weirs Channel – cheer on your favorite teams and the NazWaves (NASWA’s home team) right from NazBar’s shoreline
Ask Alice Rocks the Beach! 5PM
SUNDAY, 9/20
• Wind down with Pats on the Beach at 1 PM
• Enjoy our Burger & Brew Special ALL DAY
½‑priced Naz-burgers & $3 Bud Light Drafts (with Naz-burger purchase)
Come together with the Laconia Rotary Club, 603 United, and The NASWA Resort for a weekend that makes a difference. We can’t wait to see you on the sand.
NASWA Resort 1086 Weirs Blvd. / Laconia NH