Abreast In A Boat 30th Anniversary - Welcome Reception
Concord Pacific Dragon Boat Festival - TD Main Stage

Abreast In A Boat is the world’s first breast cancer dragon boat team and we are turning 30! To celebrate, we have partnered with Dragon Boat BC to host the Abreast In A Boat 30th Anniversary Breast Cancer Division at the 2025 Concord Pacific Dragon Boat Festival. Thirty-three breast cancer teams from around the world are coming to Vancouver to celebrate 3 decades of reclaiming strength, resilience and joy through the dynamic sport of dragon boating and proving that you can have a full and active life after diagnosis.

Kick off the weekend at the “Pink Eras” Welcome Reception at the TD Main Stage. A celebration of history, music, and fashion! Eras can be interpreted in many ways, so show us your take! Whether it’s pink poodle skirts, bell bottoms, or a Ms. Swift-inspired look, we want to see you embrace your creativity - friendship bracelets and all! The evening will include an opening ceremony, entertainment, and special surprises to honor 30 years of breast cancer paddling. Food trucks will be on-site. Free admission and everyone is welcome. This is an outdoor event on-site, rain or shine.

For more information and updates on the Festival: Abreast In A Boat 30th Anniversary: Breast Cancer Division | Concord Pacific Dragon Boat Festival 協平世博龍舟節