EVENT DESCRIPTION
As Title Sponsor of the Shangri-La Stanley International Dragon Boat Championships under a five-year partnership, the Group is curating a vibrant experience in Stanley on 19 June 2026, bringing together sport, culture, flavour and entertainment—from the iconic races and the Shangri-La Taste of Hong Kong Food Fair to a first-of-its-kind Dragonbeat After Party on the sand—all delivered through Shangri-La’s signature Asian hospitality. To further amplify the festival’s energy, the Group has appointed Eileen Gu, Olympic gold medallist and the most decorated freestyle skier in Olympic history, as Shangri-La Dragonbeat Ambassador.
Designed for both locals and travellers from around the world, Dragonbeat invites the city to celebrate from daytime races through golden hour and into the evening. Enhancing the festival atmosphere, a four-metre-tall inflatable dragon landmark, one of Hong Kong’s largest outdoor inflatable dragon installations, will be installed at Stanley Main Beach, creating a striking waterfront photo moment for locals and visitors alike. Symbolising strength, auspicious leadership and the enduring spirit of the festival, the landmark will take on a new presence after dark, transforming into a radiant figure of light that casts a surreal glow over the shoreline and seamlessly bridges the day’s thrilling races with the night’s vibrant festivities.
From the Racecourse to Golden Hour: A New Festival Experience in Stanley
Event Name: Dragonbeat
Date: 19 June 2026 (Friday)
Location: Stanley Main Beach, Stanley
Programme hours: 8:00am–7:30pm
Anchored around the Shangri La Stanley International Dragon Boat Championships, Dragonbeat features three core experiences:
1. Shangri La Stanley International Dragon Boat Championships
Time: 8:00am–4:30pm | Location: Stanley Main Beach
A highlight on Hong Kong’s sporting calendar, attracting over 180 dragon boat teams and thousands of athletes.
2. Shangri La Taste of Hong Kong Food Fair
Time: 9:00am–7:30pm | Location: Hong Kong Sea School Football Court | Free Admission
A curated food zone spotlighting local flavours, international delights and refreshing sips, crafted by Shangri-La’s culinary teams in collaboration with local heroes, inviting guests to explore a cross-section of Hong Kong’s dining scene in one place.
3. Dragonbeat After Party (First-ever during Dragon Boat Festival)
Time: End of race (around 4:30pm) –7:30pm | Location: Stanley Main Beach | Free Admission (Limited Capacity)
A beachside programme featuring a curated line-up of acclaimed DJs, including FABSABS b2b STEFFUNN (CANTOMANIA), TOM YETI b2b DJ FERGUS (YETI OUT), and ALEX NUDE b2b COCOA (HE.R Soundsystem). Together, they are creating a new way to experience the Dragon Boat Festival in Stanley and extending the festival energy from morning through sunset and into the early evening.
As part of the Group’s sustainability efforts, water refilling stations will be available onsite, encouraging paddlers and visitors to bring reusable bottles and helping to reduce single-use plastics.
