Dragon Boat 2015

On Saturday 12 September 2015, the 5th edition of the Dragon Boat Festival will take place in Antwerp, becoming the "Hong Kong Dragon Boat Festival" for this edition.

Dragon Boat Festival, the biggest summer event in the Kempen dock in Antwerp. Teambuilding in competition thoroughbred, so participating is the message. The now 5th edition of the Hong Kong Dragon Boat Festival will again take place around the Kempisch Dock on the Islet. This year is the "BA" (Known Antwerpenaer) Axel Daeseleire godfather of the festival. The Hong Kong Dragon Boat Festival is not only a team building event for organizations and companies with an excellent opportunity to invite their customers, but it is also one of the biggest summer happenings in Antwerp.Admission is free and last year more than 6,000 visitors enjoyed the popular atmosphere around the water. It is a festival for young and old that besides the actual Dragon boat races also the ideal day out for the whole family. The often playful attired teams are already an attraction in the water but there is much more to do. For younger guests there is a real children's area with bouncy castle, clowns, make-up artists and magician. On the grounds and in the marquee is assured all day atmosphere with live performances by Flemish crooners like Ronny Lee and Doran, performances of Asian drum FeniksTaiko and street orchestra 't Klein Muziekske. There is excellent catering provided an oyster and champagne bar, traditional snacks and lots of Belgian beer. Not to be missed are the numerous private companies which back battle for their honor in the dragon boat. After the final round 16h crack than the party really started with several DJ sets. Meet and greet will take place on March 10!

You may wish to visit the website http://drakenbootfestival.be/ and to "like" the Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/Drakenbootfestival.be and share it with your family, friends and the HK community.