The Hong Kong Dragon Boat Festival in New York returned for its 35th year. One of the most anticipated cultural celebrations in the United States, it took place in Flushing Meadows Corona Park, the heart of Queens. This two-day, family-friendly festival featured exhilarating Dragon Boat Races in Meadow Lake with 180 teams and over 40,000 spectators, vibrant cultural performances, and delicious Asian and international cuisine — all in celebration of the Year of the Snake, symbolizing wisdom, charm, and renewal. The event featured spectacular visuals, with teams competing in beautifully decorated dragon boats on Meadow Lake; cultural immersion including traditional music, dance, martial arts, and the rich heritage of Hong Kong right here in New York; the Dragon Boat Races in competitive heat

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