Overseas paddlers give it their all with powerful strokes in Hangzhou, east China's Zhejiang Province, June 19, 2026. /Courtesy of CICAF

Enthusiasts from more than 20 nations converge on Xixi, sailing and splashing through the scenic wetland waters in Hangzhou, east China's Zhejiang Province, June 19, 2026. /Courtesy of CICAF

Artists perform right on the boats, turning them into floating stages in Hangzhou, east China's Zhejiang Province, June 19, 2026. /Courtesy of CICAF

Cultural performances celebrating the Dragon Boat Festival take place right on the water, with artists performing aboard the boats in Hangzhou, east China's Zhejiang Province, June 19, 2026. /Courtesy of CICAF

A traditional dragon boat rests on the shimmering waters of Xixi Wetland in Hangzhou, east China's Zhejiang Province, June 19, 2026. /Courtesy of CICAF

Local villagers and amateurs race in the "Village Super" dragon boat race, blending tradition with community fun in Hangzhou, east China's Zhejiang Province, June 19, 2026. /Courtesy of CICAF

Colorful dragon boats, adorned with bright flags and banners, await the race in Hangzhou, east China's Zhejiang Province, June 19, 2026. /Courtesy of CICAF