2010 Dragon Boat Race For Literacy

This will be the 10th year of the Chicago Dragon Boat Race for Literacy presented by the Chicago Chinatown Chamber of Commerce in partnership with the City of Chicago and the Chicago Park District.

The Chinese Dragon Boat Race has a history of over 2,000 years and is a popular sport in Asia and in Chinese American communities all around the world. Started in 2000, the Chicago Dragon Boat Race has always been a family fun activity enjoyed by the residents of Chinatown and the surrounding neighborhoods. Each year, almost 10,000 people are present to watch and  participate in the activities. Other festivities and programs include an Asian dance, caricature artists, acrobats, music from local bands, food, and guest celebrities from the different political offices, local radio and television programs (programs may be subject to change).

The Chicago Chinatown Chamber of Commerce is a not for profit organization committed to promoting the business and tourism industry of Chicago’s Chinatown. Proceeds of this year’s race will go to the Chicago Public School system, Office of Culture and Diversity in the Chicago Board of Education to help promote culture and diversity in our fine schools.