7 Days to Go: The World’s Biggest Dragon Boat Championship Is Almost Here!

IDBF World Championships begin July 14! Watch live, get the full schedule, and follow official updates.

July 7, 2025

The countdown is ON! In just one week, over 1,200 crews and nearly 5,000 athletes from 33 nations will meet in Brandenburg, Germany to compete in the 17th IDBF World Dragon Boat Racing Championships – the largest championship in IDBF history!

📍 Location: Regatta Beetzsee, Brandenburg an der Havel, Germany
📅 Dates: July 14–20, 2025
🏁 Races: 200m • 500m • 1000m • 2000m
🌍 Categories: Open, Women, Mixed, Junior (U16/U18/U24), Premier, Senior A/B/C, BCP, Paradragons

This is more than a championship – it’s a celebration of global unity, power, and passion on the water.

Watch It LIVE – Every Day, Every Race

All 7 days of racing will be livestreamed for free.
Don’t miss a moment – morning and afternoon sessions will cover every heat, final, and ceremony.

🔗 Live Broadcast Links:

📝 How to watch:

  • Registration is free
  • Just click "Save my spot" or sign in with your Crowdcast account
  • Follow the event to receive notifications for each day

Race Schedule & Downloads

Want to plan ahead? Get the full 7-day race schedule, with detailed heat listings and division breakdowns:

📥 Download the Full Race Program (ZIP)

Stay Safe Online

⚠️ Beware of fake accounts!
Only follow the official IDBF platforms:

These are the only verified sources for schedules, updates, and official content.

Get Hyped

This year’s #WDBRC2025 promises:

  • Record-breaking participation
  • The most diverse field of teams in IDBF history
  • 7 straight days of elite-level dragon boat racing
  • A global livestream audience

Let the final stretch begin. See you on the start line! 💥

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