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The Edmonton Dragon Festival takes over Kinistinâw Park August 20 to 23, 2026, bringing tens of thousands of visitors together for four days of athletics, storytelling, and food. The Pan American Lion Dance Sport Championship headlines the weekend, with elite troupes competing in a high-pole event judged on agility, strength, and artistry.
Evenings shift to REELs in Chinatown, an open-air cinema series pairing oral histories with modern animation shorts under the stars, while Taste of Chinatown gathers more than 40 local vendors and legacy restaurants for a lively culinary market. Families can head to the Kids' Dragon Zone for kite-building, mask-making, and a scavenger hunt exploring the district's landmarks and culture.