Dragon Boat Festival June 6, 2026

Come celebrate the Dragon Boat Festival at the Connecticut-Asia Cultural Center. New for 2025 is our Tai Chi Fan Dance performed by our Taiwanese members. Additional activities include wooden dragon boat races (on land, for adults) dragon boat table top racing (for kids), arts and crafts for (kids and adults) and photo opportunities in our wooden dragon constructed in Tawian. Complimentary traditional Dragon Boat Festival vegetarian food will be served from 12-1pm. All activities are complimentary.

During your visit, you can explore the many other events and activities happening at the Culture Center on June 7. There are tours of the Buddhist, Confucian and Taoist Cultural Exhibits, Tea Art, and a Wellness Seminar.

Check out our schedule below.

About the Connecticut-Asia Cultural Center: Located in the heart of Norfolk, lies a magnificent, restored castle, hosting the Connecticut-Asia Cultural Center. Inside is an oasis of spiritual exhibits showcasing ancient eastern wisdom. Beautifully crafted displays and immersive experiences await the visitor. A one time visit is never enough to fully explore the amazing exhibits within. The Connecticut-Asia Cultural Center is not just for learning about the ancient wisdom teachings and stories, but also to be inspired and elevated on one's own spiritual journey.

Info: Explore the roots of Eastern Philosophy and Spiritual beliefs.

Info: Want to know more about certain exhibits? In this seminar, we do a deep dive on individual displays. June's topic is "The 8 Guidelines from the Great Learning".

Info: Experience the Tao of Tea.

Info: Experience the Tao of Tea.

Info: Experience the Tao of Tea.

Info: Workshops to Reconnect Our Body, Mind, and Spirit

Event Venue & Nearby Stays

Connecticut-Asia Cultural Center, 207a Westside Road, Norfolk, United States

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