PAWTUCKET, R.I. (WPRI) — The Rhode Island Chinese Dragon Boat Races and Taiwan Day Festival is being held on Saturday.

The annual event is taking place along the Festival Pier in Pawtucket, and also includes the family-friendly Taiwan Day Festival.

The races use unique Taiwanese-style dragon boats from the Republic of China.

The festival will have a selection of Asian food trucks, vendors, the Taste Of Taiwan, a visit from Rhode Island FC`s mascot Chip, and interactive activities for children and families.

Also at the event is a Chinese Dumpling Eating Contest, and the Taiwan Acrobatic Troupe.

The festival goes until 3:30 p.m., followed by an after party from 4-6 p.m., Phantom Farms Brewing in Cumberland.

The party will featuring "Paddles Up", a beer created specifically for the fest

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