UPCOMING RACES

Welcome to Siren Dragon Boat Racing

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The Challenge

Take on the challenge of dragon boat racing and feel the thrill of victory as you conquer the water.

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The Rush

Experience the rush of adrenaline in a sport that's as exhilarating as it is rewarding.

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The Bond

The perfect activity to build teamwork and camaraderie in a fun and exciting atmosphere.

Become the best version of yourself.
Join us.

If you’re looking for a thrilling team sport, then dragon boat racing is the perfect activity for you! It’s a great way to get in shape and improve your teamwork skills. It’s also a fun and social activity that brings people together. Whether you’re an experienced paddler or new to the sport, there’s a place for you on a dragon boat team.

So why wait? Sign up for a dragon boat racing team today and experience the thrill of competition and the joy of teamwork!
Siren Dragon Boat will provide the Dragon Boat, equipment and training to get you paddling away.

ALL ABOUT DRAGON BOAT RACING

MEET THE TEAMS

EVENTS CALENDAR

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Dragon boating originated in the orient over 2000 years ago. Hong Kong may be the birth place but for over a decade, Shangri-La Qaryat Al Beri, Abu Dhabi, in partnership with Siren Events founded a second home in the Capital for Dragon Boat Race.

TEAM ENTRY

Corporate Cup Teams
AED 6,000 per team of up to 20 paddlers

Community Cup Teams
AED 6,000 per team of up to 12 paddlers

School/University/International Teams
AED 3,000 per team of up to 12 paddlers

Individual Entry
AED 600 per person

ROOM PACKAGES

Valid for stays on 24th & 25th October 2026

Shangri-La Qaryat Al Beri, Abu Dhabi

Starting from AED 685* per night for a Single double

Room (Bed & breakfast with single occupancy)

Traders Hotel, Qaryat Al Beri, Abu Dhabi

Starting from AED 310* per night for a Single double

room only

For room bookings:
E: reservations.slad@shangri-la.com
T: +971 2 509 8630

*All prices are subject to a 10% service charge, 4% tourism fee, 4% municipality fee and 5% VAT on the service charge.

SATURDAY BBQ PARTY AT TRADERS

AED 190 per person (food only)

For bookings:
E: restaurantreservations.slad@shangri-la.com
T: +971 2 509 8555

Register your team today!

If you are interested in entering a social, corporate or school / university team or wish to participate as an individual in the Abu Dhabi Dragon Boat Festival, please complete the following form.

For further information including sponsorship enquiries, please email fiona@sirenevents.com or call +971 55 855 5765.

IDBF MENA+ CLUB CREW CHAMPIONSHIP

Dates: 6-8 November 2026
Location: Al Khan Corniche Beach, Sharjah

Team Entry Fees

Entry Fee of $40 + IDBF Registration Fee of $5 = $45 per person

A $100 deposit will be required per crew with the Confirmed Entry.
The Organizing Committee will issue an invoice / receipt upon request.

Register your team today!

Team Contact
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For further information including sponsorship enquiries, please email fiona@sirenevents.com or call +971 55 855 5765.

EDBF EUROCUP 2026

04-06 December
Venue: Abu Dhabi International Marine Sports Club

Registration Categories:

Schools & Universities Cup
20 paddlers plus helm (boat, paddles, PFDs, and helm provided from our side) – 200m race – minimum age 14-yrs
Registration Fee: AED 2,500 per team

Community Cup
12 paddlers plus helm (boat, paddles, PFDs, and helm provided from our side) – 200m race – can be male or female or mixed paddlers
Registration Fee: AED 5,000 per team

Individual Registration
Registration Fee: AED 250 per person

Register your team today!

For further information including sponsorship enquiries, please email fiona@sirenevents.com or call +971 55 273 4530.

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