Teams and spectators love this sport. The thrill of teamwork and adrenaline pumping interaction in the boat – everything that brings an exhilarating challenge to a team of 24 paddlers. The 8th Annual Habitat Dragon Boat Festival on the Coosa River in Gadsden, AL will benefit the work of Gadsden-Etowah Habitat for Humanity in Etowah County. The mission of this non-profit organization is to build simple, decent and affordable houses for those living in substandard housing. The dragon boat festival fund-raising event helps the ministry to raise awareness and to inform families of the eligibility requirements, plus attract more volunteers.

The event will feature dragon boat races, kid’s activities, drummer’s parade, vendors and free mini-dragon boat rides following the competition. Don’t miss it!