We had so much fun last year… we had to run it back!
Join us for an unforgettable day of racing, community, and tradition at the North Hempstead OPA Dragon Boat Festival on July 25, 2026.
🚨 Don’t wait — registration closes May 31 🚨
Grab your crew, build your team, and come feel the thunder!
Link to register in our bio, or email us at [email protected]!
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Team registration is officially OPEN! 🐉🚣♂️ 7.25.26.
Grab your crew, hop in a boat, and get ready to race at the 2nd Annual OPA Dragon Boat Festival ‼️😝
Whether you’re a seasoned paddler or a first-time team, this is your chance to be part of an unforgettable day on the water. 🌊🔥
Find all the details and registration info on our website—link in bio. Don’t miss out on the fun!
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MARK YOUR CALENDARS‼️ Our 2nd annual OPA DRAGON BOAT FESTIVAL is happening on July 25, 2026 🎉
Get excited for EVEN MORE performances, food vendors, and collaborations with local Long Island organizations 😋💃
Details regarding team registration deadlines and volunteering will be released in the upcoming weeks 🗓️
For interest in sponsorship and becoming a vendor, visit our website or email us at [email protected]!
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Hey there, Port Washington community! 🎉
Check out our ultimate cheat-sheet of local happenings that’ll keep your calendar buzzing with excitement. Whether it’s a day of music, shopping, food and games at HarborFest on 6/7 or an evening on the town at Port Promenade (6/18) there’s never a dull moment in Port Washington!
Don’t forget to bookmark 🔖 this page so you can easily tap into the best moments our vibrant community has to offer. Let’s make the most of our time right here at home because the best adventures are often just around the corner! 🗺️✨ (Literally).
Asian American Festival, 5/16, 11:30am-3pm
📍North Hempstead Beach Park (Bar Beach)
Memorial Day Parade, 5/25, begins at 10am
📍Schreiber to Town Dock
HarborFest Dock Day and Craft Fair 6/7, 10am-5pm
📍Town Dock
Pride Walk and Festival, 6/13, 1-4pm
📍Bay Walk to Bandshell
Port Promenade, 6/18, 5-10pm
📍Main Street Middle (Blumenfeld Park)
Port Promenade, 7/16, 5-10pm
📍Main Street Upper (Main+PW Blvd)
The Dragon Boat Festival, 7/25, 9-3pm
📍North Hempstead Beach Park
➡️Get more details through the #tryportfirst App. It’s free!
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Cc: @betherainbowinc@pwcoc@opadbf@northhempsteadparks
😎 Ohh my goddd we’re back again.. with new medals for the 2️⃣0️⃣2️⃣6️⃣ Town of North Hempstead x Ohana Paddling Association Dragon Boat Festival ‼️🔥🔥
Who will be taking one of these beauties home??? 🫵GO SIGN-UP NOW!!!!!!!!!!
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Happy Lunar New Year!!🧧🎉 From our Ohana to yours❤️
Catch us on our tours in Brooklyn & Queens these upcoming weekends, and meet our amazing lion dancers and instrumentalists who’ve put in the work this past winter 💪🦁🥁 Join us to ring in a prosperous and lucky 2026! 🍀🎊
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Our post-festival dinner with the associations that made this happen! We couldn’t have done it without all your countless hours of hard work this past year 💙 Thank you to everyone for making our festival a success and helping us bring dragon boat to Port Washington! 🐉🚣♀️
A special thank you to @councilwoman_liu , AYLUS Great Neck, @greatneckchineseassociation , Sunny Chinese Center, CAAEW (Chinese American Association of East Williston), CAANH (Chinese American Association of North Hempstead), @chinesecenteronli , CCALI (Chinese Culture Association of Long Island & Chinese School), Greater Port Washington Chinese American Association, @roslyn_grace8 , Manhasset MACA, New Hyde Park Chinese Association, NACA (Northshore Asian Civic Association), @pcaa_inc , @tzuchiny
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Still thinking about last weekend.. you? 🥹🌺
The energy, teamwork, and community spirit made this event truly unforgettable. We’re so grateful for everyone who came out to race, cheer, and celebrate with us. Until next time.. keep paddling strong! 🐉✨
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Shoutout to all the amazing dragon boat teams who brought their passion, power, and spirit to the water! 🐉💪
From the first stroke to the final push, every race showed what this sport is all about. Thank you for showcasing the beauty of dragon boat with your teamwork, rhythm, and determination. 🛶❤️
Here’s to more waves, wins, and unforgettable moments ahead! 🌊🔥
#opa #ohanapaddling #ohanapaddlingassociation #dragonboat #dragonboatfestival #opadbf #dragonboatlife #dragonboatpaddle #paddling #longisland #dragonboatraces #dragonboatrace
A huge thank you to all the incredible performers who brought the Dragon Boat Festival to life last Saturday! From the electrifying lion dancers to the graceful traditional Chinese dancers and talented musicians. Every performance was truly spectacular and made the day unforgettable.
