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Dragonboating Come Try Day
Take to the water this December 2026 at the Dragonboating Come Try Day at Yowoggera Park in Albion. Brisbane families with older kids and teens aged 16 and over can learn essential paddling techniques in a 12m boat, enjoy a active morning outdoors, and see the city from a whole new perspective.
Dragonboating Come Try Day
Learn how to paddle in a 12m dragon boat and see the city from a different perspective! The session includes a warm-up, paddling instruction and time on the water.
This free session is for people aged 16 and over. Bookings are essential, and the meeting point is by the undercover barbecue picnic shelter.
What to bring and wear
A change of clothes is recommended, as you will get wet.
It’s strongly recommended that valuables and mobile phones are left off the boat.
Wear appropriate clothing, with no jeans, long pants or heavy clothing.
Footwear must be able to get wet, such as old runners, thongs or crocs. No heels or boots.
Bookings
Bookings are essential. Book through Te Waka Dragons
Plan your visit
When: Sunday 13th December 2026, 9:30am to 11:30am
Where: Yowoggera Park, 70 Sandgate Road, Albion. Meeting point: By the undercover barbecue picnic shelter.
More information and how to book here
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