OSCAR Dragon Boat Race 2026
10 Sep 2026 1 p.m. to 7 p.m.
Galas and special events
Docklands Sailing and Watersports Centre, London
Fundraising pledge: £6,500
Registration fee: £650
Join us for the 2026 OSCAR Dragon Boat Race!
Join us for this spectacular annual shipping industry showdown where 30 elite teams battle for the win, all while enjoying delicious food, refreshing drinks, and lively quayside entertainment.
This event has already proudly contributed almost £2.5 million towards the £3.47 million total raised by the OSCAR campaign .
What does the event involve?
Take to the waters in the Docklands Sailing and Watersports Centre with your Dragon Boat team, and compete against other companies from the shipping industry.
Get together a team of 10 and join us for some competitive fun!
30 teams compete against one other and the top six teams battle it out in a final. There is a bar, BBQ, quayside games and activities to get everyone in the mood. It's an excellent networking event with 300-400 shipping people present and a great fun afternoon. Most importantly, no training is required for those who want to race.
Where does the event take place?
The Dragon Boat Race takes place at the Docklands Sailing and Watersports Centre, 235A Westferry Road, Isle of Dogs, London E14 3QS.
How much does it cost to take part?
Teams need to pay £650 to register a team and pledge to raise £6,500 in sponsorship.
Where does the money go?
The OSCAR Campaign supports blood, bone marrow and cellular research, as well as the building of the new Children's Cancer Centre, at Great Ormond Street Hospital (GOSH)
Why sign up?
- Network with people in the shipping industry.
- Enjoy a fun day out with the team.
- Food and drink supplied.
- Make a real, tangible difference to lives of seriously ill children from across the world.
- You'll have a great time!
Watch our video below to find out more about the OSCAR Dragon Boat Race. If you have a question or need further information, email us at oscar.race@gosh.org.
