Dragon Boat Festival

Just a quick post to show you some pictures from the Montgomery Dragon Boat Race a few weeks ago.

The Montgomery Dragon Boat Race took place on August 25, 2012.

It was a beautiful day and there were a ton of people out by the riverfront to cheer the racers on.


I went down there with one of my room mates and it was nice to see so many people gathered in Montgomery. Downtown is usually pretty quiet.

Preparing on of the boats for a team.

We watched a few heats but then the actual outside heat got the best of us and we decided to walk around to find refreshments.

Unfortunately, I did not have any alligator, but I will next time. I have never had it but I am going to eat it SOON. I hear it tastes like chicken!

One of the teams heading to the start of the race.

 I was told that the total amount of money raised by all the teams was $140, 000! The race held in Montgomery is the largest dragon Boat Race east of the Mississippi River. This is the 4th year it has been held. Not too shabby, huh?

A drummer in the front of the boat helps the rowers stay in sync withe their oars.

Dragon boat races are held all over the world but stem from ancient Chinese tradition. You can read about the origins of Dragon boat races here.

To learn more about the Montgomery races and how to participate, click here