Dragon Boat Festival

2025 DRAGON BOAT FESTIVAL

#rowingforkids on Saturday, April 12, 2025
WE ARE HAPPY TO ANNOUNCE OUR NEW FESTIVAL LOCATION:
BAYOU DESIARD AT WARHAWK WAY
ON THE CAMPUS OF THE UNIVERSITY OF LOUISIANA MONROE

The Dragon Boat Festival is a fun-filled event that aims to raise funds for the Children's Coalition for Northeast Louisiana. All proceeds from the festival will
be directly invested into the programs and resources that our organization provides. By supporting the Dragon Boat Festival, you're not only enjoying a great
day of community and entertainment but also contributing to our mission of creating communities where children and families can thrive!
Ultimately, the winners are children and their families in our community who gain support from the raised money.

2025 DRAGON BOAT FESTIVAL PREMIER SPONSORS

THE DRAGONS ARE COMING TO ULM IN 2025!!!!

2025 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)
1 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
1 VIP TEAM parking pass
Social Media Recognition on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn
Sponsor logo on event signage

HALF BOAT SPONSOR $1,100

To be paired with another half boat team
Half boat: 8 & 1 drummer
10x10 Team Tent
1 VIP TEAM parking pass
Social Media Recognition on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn
Sponsor logo on event signage

RSVP YOUR TEAM TODAY!
Please email [email protected] with your commitment.
The number of teams is limited, please sign up asap to secure your spot.
To receive full sponsorship benefits, commitment and logo must be received by February 14, 2025
Final Deadline for Sponsors and Team Commitment: February 28, 2025
Full payment due no later than March 30, 2025

FESTIVAL DAY SCHEDULE + FAQs

Saturday, April 12, 2025
9:00 AM - 4:00 PM

BAYOU DESIARD AT WARHAWK WAY ON THE CAMPUS OF THE UNIVERSITY OF LOUISIANA MONROE

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 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!