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Dragon Boat Festival Workshop
13 June 2026
Address: West Strand, Whitehaven, CA28 7LY
Venue: Beacon Museum
Website: https://thebeacon-whitehaven.co.uk/whats-on/beakid/
In this themed workshop, we’ll explore the Dragon Boat Festival through storytelling and games, learning why it’s celebrated and the legends of Qu Yuan. You’ll also create your own personalised kite and mini cork sailboat – and race it – while discovering traditions like dragon boat racing and eating zongzi. This two-hour session takes place at 11am and 2pm. Visit thebeacon-whitehaven.co.uk to book.