2026 race programme — concluded. This page remains available as a record of the 2026 event.

Race Information
The full 2026 race programme, kept here as a record — timelines, categories, fees, special races and FAQs. Registration for this edition has closed; stay tuned for the next edition.
How the 2026 season ran
The key dates that shaped the 2026 edition, from expression of interest through to race weekend.
February
- 15Expression of Interest Opens
- 17Expression of Interest Closes
May
- 1Expression of Interest Closes
June
- 1Race Registration Opens
July
- 4Race Registration Closes
- 13Crew List Submission Opens
- 26Jersey Size (Round 1) Collection Closes
August
- 9Jersey Size (Round 2) Collection Closes
- 9Crew List Submission Closes
- 11Payment Opens
- 18Payment Closes
- 29Team Managers' Briefing
September
- 5Race Day 1
- 6Race Day 2
- 6After Party
The 2026 race programme
Filter by day, session, boat class or division to see how the 2026 categories were run.
Day 1 · Morning
7 racesDay 1 · Afternoon
8 races2026 pricing
The fees that applied to the 2026 edition, inclusive of GST where applicable. 2027 pricing will be confirmed closer to the next edition.
Athlete Fee
Includes goodie bag, race jersey, and SSR athlete card
DB12 Crew
Approx. SGD 25 per pax based on a 14-pax crew
DB22 Crew
Approx. SGD 23 per pax based on a 26-pax crew
DB6 Tidebreaker Crew
Dragon Tug-of-War
Rojak Race
Events without crew fee
Kitchen Sink Race
Events without crew fee
Registration Cost Estimator
Athlete fees are charged once per paddler regardless of the number of race categories entered. This calculator provides a maximum estimated registration cost.
This calculator is intended as a guide only. Final fees are subject to category eligibility, discounts, and race organiser verification.
The signature showdowns
Tap a card to read the full story.
The Champions' Race is the pinnacle showcase event of the Singapore Sea Regatta — an exclusive invitational race featuring some of the fastest and most accomplished dragonboat crews in the region. Bringing together top-performing teams from major local races alongside Singapore's national dragonboat athletes, this race celebrates elite competition, excellence, and the relentless pursuit of greatness. Through this race, the SSR honours the dedication of the dragonboat community while inspiring the next generation of paddlers.
The Kitchen Sink Race is one of the most entertaining highlights of the Singapore Sea Regatta — a lighthearted challenge where teams must race 50 metres without using traditional dragonboat paddles. Instead, crews propel their boats forward using kitchen utensils such as spatulas, ladles, frying pans, whisks, and wooden spoons. Designed to celebrate creativity, humour, and team spirit, it reminds everyone that dragonboating is also about community, laughter, and shared experiences.
The Rojak Race is a unique race designed to break boundaries and bring people together. Participants from different teams are mixed to form new, diverse crews. Instead of racing with their usual teammates, paddlers collaborate with strangers-turned-friends from across the local and international dragonboat community. A key highlight is the inclusion of paddlers from both public and private healthcare sectors — a rare opportunity to connect beyond the workplace.
The Tidebreaker is a DB6 Dragon Tug-of-War — a test of raw power, timing and teamwork as two crews battle against each other and the tide. It's a spectacle of brute strength and synchronised grit that always draws the loudest cheers from the crowd.
2026 documents & portals
Reference material from the 2026 edition. Registration for 2026 has closed.
Answers, fast
Registration is done via the SDBA Registration Portal. Expression of Interest opens in February, with full race registration opening in May. Please refer to the Event Timeline on the Race Information page for key dates.
The SGD 18 athlete fee (per unique paddler) includes a goodie bag, race jersey, and the SSR athlete card, which unlocks the Athlete Privilege Programme offers throughout September.
Yes. All prices stated on the Race Information page are inclusive of GST where applicable.
SSR features DB12, DB22, and DB6 dragon boats across Open, Women, Mixed, Premier, Masters, Youth, Tertiary, and Invitational divisions over two race days.
The 2026 edition runs on 5–6 September 2026, from 0800H to 1900H, at the Bayfront Event Space at Marina Bay.
Yes. The SSR Festival is free and open to all, featuring food, retail, wellness activations, performances, and family-friendly activities. Follow our Telegram channel for the latest happenings.
Every registered paddler receives an SSR athlete card as part of their goodie bag. The card unlocks exclusive offers from partner outlets throughout September.
The Bayfront Event Space is accessible via Bayfront MRT station (CE1/DT16) and various bus services. More details are available on the Race Information page under Getting to the Venue.
