Dragon Boat Festival

#rowingforkids
Saturday, April 18, 2026

The Dragon Boat Festival is a fun-filled family-friendly event held as a fundraiser for the Children's Coalition for Northeast Louisiana. All proceeds from the festival will be directly invested into the vital programs and resources offered to children and families across Northeast Louisiana.
By supporting the Dragon Boat Festival, you are a
CHAMPION FOR CHILDREN! Together, we can create communities where children and families thrive.

Ultimately, the winners are children and their families in our community who gain support from the raised money.

2026 TEAM SPONSORSHIPS

YOUTH BOAT SPONSORSHIP OPTION
If your business would like to support the festival, but cannot participate, please consider sponsoring a youth boat at one of the levels below.

ALL SPONSORSHIPS INCLUDE:
Recognized by emcee during races
Sponsor logo/name on www.childrenscoalition.org

PREMIER SPONSOR $3,000

Full boat: 16 & 1 drummer
20x20 Team Tent (prime viewing)
VIP TEAM parking pass
Social Media Recognition on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn
Sponsor logo on event signage and all media advertising

FULL BOAT SPONSOR $2,200

Full boat: 16 & 1 drummer
10x10 Team Tent
VIP TEAM parking pass
Social Media Recognition on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn
Sponsor logo on event signage

RSVP YOUR TEAM TODAY!
Please email Deidra Adair at [email protected] with your commitment.
The number of teams is limited, please sign up asap to secure your spot.
Final Deadline for Sponsors and Team Commitment: February 28, 2026
Full payment due no later than March 30, 2026

FESTIVAL DAY SCHEDULE + FAQs

Saturday, April 18, 2026
9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
BAYOU DESIARD AT WARHAWK WAY ON THE CAMPUSES OF
THE UNIVERSITY OF LOUISIANA MONROE (ULM) AND EDWARD VIA COLLEGE OF OSTEOPATHIC MEDICINE (VCOM)

9:00 AM .......................... TEAM CAPTAIN MEETING (MANDATORY)
9:30 AM ......................... ALL TEAMS LINED UP FOR TEAM PARADE
9:45 AM .......................... OPENING CEREMONY + TEAM PARADE
(TEAM SPIRIT AWARD WILL BE JUDGED DURING PARADE)
10:00 AM .......................... RACES BEGIN
4:00 PM ............................. FINAL RACE

Spectator Area
Spectators are encouraged to watch the races from this area.
No recreational swimming or access to the water will be allowed in the bayou during the event.
Lawn chairs and blankets are welcome, however no tents will be allowed in designated areas.
Spectator Area Rules
No glass. No grills. No motorized vehicles.
Friendly pets on leashes; clean up waste.
Respect no alcohol designated area at VCOM.
Do not enter buildings at ULM or VCOM.
Use trash bins and help keep the area free of trash.
Food
Participants and spectators can purchase food and drinks from participating food truck vendors.
All food truck vendors have donated to the Children’s Coalition, so you are encouraged to support them!
Parking
Free parking is available on ULM campus in the following designated areas:
Stubbs Hall on DeSiard, Strauss Hall on Bayou Drive, or near the Coliseum on Northeast Drive.
We encourage carpooling or ride sharing - Uber+ Lyft are great options!