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Friday, June 26
6:00 – 6:30 pm | Opening Ceremonies
Festival opening segment with Oh Canada.
The Lion Dance follows with the blessing of the boats and then a dignitary paddle.
6:30 – 7:00 pm | Lethbridge Community Taiko
Lethbridge Community Taiko Association is passionate about sharing taiko with the community and gives adult drummers of all levels the opportunity to learn and perform, blending respect for Japanese taiko tradition with contemporary western influences.
Link: www.lethbridgetaiko.com
Graciously sponsored by Acera Insurance
7:00 – 7:45 pm | LUNCH DATE
LUNCH DATE is a high-energy band that mixes up classic rock, hard rock, and epic mashups. From timeless anthems to twists on your favourite songs, they bring the best of rock together.
Facebook: LUNCH DATE
Graciously sponsored by Original Joe’s
7:45 – 8:00 pm | YQL Dancers Latin Dance
YQL Dance Collective is a dynamic group of dance artists who celebrate community, movement, and the joy of dance. They specialize in bellydance and also perform Latin, jazz, ballroom, and hip-hop, with a strong audience-interaction style.
Instagram: @yqldancecollective
8:00 – 8:45 pm | Smoke Shadow
Whether it’s a festival, pub night, or private event, Smoke Shadow is the band that keeps the party going!
Instagram: @smokeshadowband
8:45 – 9:00 pm | YQL Belly Dance
YQL Dance Collective is a dynamic group of dance artists who celebrate community, movement, and the joy of dance. They specialize in bellydance and also perform Latin, jazz, ballroom, and hip-hop, with a strong audience-interaction style.
Instagram: @yqldancecollective
9:00 – 10:30 pm | TrainWreck
TrainWreck Band Lethbridge describes itself as a party/cover band based out of Lethbridge, Alberta, with a social profile focused on making events memorable.
Facebook: TrainWreck Band Lethbridge
Graciously sponsored by GasKing
Saturday, June 27
Emcee: Dory Rossiter
11:00 – 11:45 am | Neno Sand
Neno Sand is a Chilean singer-songwriter based in southern Alberta. His music fuses Chilean folk and indie rock, drawing heavily on the traditional sounds of southern Chile. He will perform an intimate acoustic set in Spanish including Latin covers.
Links: Instagram | Spotify
Graciously sponsored by River Hawk Homes
11:45 – 12:00 pm | TBA
12:00 – 12:30 pm | Rose Ceremony
The Rose Ceremony has been a special part of the Dragon Boat Festival. Women who are breast cancer survivors walk to the peninsula on Henderson Lake (by the concession (near the Kids Zone and Stage) after the C Cup race. As they walk to the peninsula, they are given a rose. The President of ‘Breast of ‘Bridge will say a few words. “The Rose” is sung and rose petals are tossed into the Lake. It is a very touching ceremony that will be performed by TBA.
12:30 – 1:30 pm | Horizon
Lethbridge five-piece interpretive cover band with broad-appeal song sets. Festival profile lists Bill Weiler, Cheryl O’Neill, Keith Duff, Bob Peters, and Dory Rossiter.
Facebook: Horizon – band
Graciously sponsored by Subaru of Lethbridge
1:30 – 1:50 pm | Maryn McKay
Maryn is heading into Grade 11 at LCI, and she’s already making a name for herself with her love of singing and performing. Whether it’s on stage or practicing in her family living room, Maryn is always ready to share her passion for music! She’s got a voice that turns heads and a presence that lights up any room. Maryn will continue to chase big dreams and keep doing what she loves most: performing her heart out!
1:50 – 2:00 pm | Dory Announcements
2:00 – 2:45 pm | Christopher Cool / Dance Party
Kids Zone Magic Show
Professional family magician with more than 25 years of experience. His site emphasizes interactive children’s and family magic shows for events, schools, camps, and community programs.
Website: christophercool.com
Graciously sponsored by Rotary Club of Lethbridge East
2:45 – 2:50 pm | Dory Announcements
2:50 – 3:35 pm | Clover Overboard
Lethbridge female-fronted Celtic rock / pop-punk / folk-rock band. Public site describes the group as Alberta-based and east-coast-inspired.
Website: cloveroverboard.com
Graciously sponsored by Lethbridge KOA Journey
3:35 – 3:50 pm | G4LA Dance Group
G4LA is a fusion dance group consisting of members Michelle, Carissa, Ajak, Johanna, and Kim. Their styles hold no limits diving into Afro-fusion, Hip-Hop, and even Contemporary.
Link: Video of Performance at the BIPOC Talent Showcase
Graciously sponsored by Reid Pro Plumbing and Heating
3:50 – 4:35 pm | Undefined
Undefined is a 4 piece Country Rock / Classic Rock Dance Band from Lethbridge Alberta. And we have a ton of fun doing it…so, be prepared to sing along and dance.
Facebook: Undefined
Graciously sponsored by Boot Trucking
4:35 – 4:50 pm | TBA
4:50 – 5:15 pm | Bergara L.C.I. Battle of the Bands Winners
TBA.
Link: TBA
5:15 – 5:30 pm | YQL Belly Dance
YQL Dance Collective is a dynamic group of dance artists who celebrate community, movement, and the joy of dance. They specialize in bellydance and also perform Latin, jazz, ballroom, and hip-hop, with a strong audience-interaction style.
Instagram: @yqldancecollective
5:30 – 6:15 pm | Tyrants of Priests
Tyrants Priest was formed in 2024 by members of an original metal band called Tyrants of Chaos. With the success of three original albums under their belts, they branched off to include a homage to Judas Priest called Tyrants Priest!!
They have played across Western Canada and have been involved in some big named festivals.
Members:
Vocals – Phil “Air Raid Siren” Sirias
Axe Slinger – Curtiss Vaselenak
Axe Slinger – Arik Wagner
Bass – Sean “Slayer” Simpson
Drums – Ryan “DOC of Rock” Dyck
Link: TBA
Graciously sponsored by Airtech Heating & Air Conditioning Ltd. and Taylor Harvesting Inc.
6:15 – 7:15 pm | Peak Elite Aerial Arts
The Peak Elite Aerial Silks Performance Team brings together athletes of all ages and experience levels to share the strength and artistry of aerial silks with their community. Performing on a freestanding rig, this brand-new team presents self-choreographed routines that blend athleticism with creative expression. From powerful climbs to graceful drops, each performer showcases their unique style, transforming the sky into their stage. The Peak Elite Aerial Silks Performance Team invites you to look up, get inspired, and experience the art of aerial silks in a whole new way.”.
Website: peakelitecheerleading.ca
7:15 – 8:45 pm | Coyote Junction
Coyote Junction is a high-energy party and events band from Lethbridge, Alberta. With powerful vocals, tight musicianship, and a setlist that blends classic rock, country, and 90s favorites, they know how to keep any crowd singing and dancing. Celebrating over 10 years of live performances, Coyote Junction is a trusted choice for festivals, weddings, and corporate events across Southern Alberta.
Website: coyotejunctionband.com
Graciously sponsored by Waso Physio, Runners Soul and High Level Kitchens & Cabnitry
8:45 – 9:00 pm | YQL Dancers Latin Dance
YQL Dance Collective is a dynamic group of dance artists who celebrate community, movement, and the joy of dance. They specialize in bellydance and also perform Latin, jazz, ballroom, and hip-hop, with a strong audience-interaction style.
Instagram: @yqldancecollective
9:00 – 10:30 pm | Rebel Angels
Facebook: RebelAngels 50’s
Graciously sponsored by Lamb Brothers, HearingLife and Mark Kozak
Sunday, June 28
Emcee: Dory Rossiter
11:00 – 11:45 am | Reid & Writes
Reid and Writes is a group of seasoned musicians that plays original songs along with tasty covers. Music is heart-felt, melodic, rhythmic and dynamic. Various styles make each song unique. Lyrics drawn from personal experience and Alberta landscapes convey universal themes. Our current live lineup is anchored by our principal songwriter, lead vocals and guitar, Reid Seibert. On percussion and vocals, Jason Gibson. On fiddle and vocals, Kelsey Jespersen. We are also joined from time to time by our amigos Bill Lawson and Bud Haycock.
Links: Official website | Bandcamp | Facebook | Instagram
Graciously sponsored by Lethbridge Folk Club
11:45 – 12:00 pm | LA Viragos Dance Team
We practice all styles of dance!
Our performance piece is hip hop focused, with some jazz, modern, and contemporary movements as well!
Links: Official website | Facebook | Instagram
12:00 – 12:45 pm | Bruce Peterson Band
Bruce Peterson Band has spent more than three decades in country music and is from the foothills of Alberta. His sound as rooted in classic country influences and notes that he is a member of Country Music Alberta.
Links: Official website | Shows page | Instagram | Facebook
Graciously sponsored by KNP Mechanical
12:45 – 1:00 pm | TBA
1:00 – 1:45 pm | Hot Wet Mud
Raw, heavy and unapologetic. Blending gritty rock with emotionally charged vocals, their sound hits like pressure in your chest, loud, messy and real.
Links: TBA
Graciously sponsored by Rhino Security
One Step Closer to a Safer Community
1:45 – 2:00 pm | Dory Announcements
2:00 – 2:15 pm | Lethbridge Chinese Cultural Dance Club
LCCDC was founded in 2017. LCCDC is dedicated to promoting and sharing Chinese culture through their dance performance. They have actively participated in various cultural events in the city.
Facebook: ChineseCulturalDanceClub
Graciously sponsored by Dan’s Green Houses and Fusion Sushi
2:15 – 3:00 pm | RoxSlide
RoxSlide is a 7 piece rock cover band that performs throughout southern Alberta and B.C., featuring horns, keys, harmonica, and killer vocals. From the B-52s to Black Sabbath, they play a wide variety of music from every decade. This high-energy group packs the dance floor, and delivers big fun to any big event!
Facebook: RoxSlide
Graciously sponsored by Real Estate Centre and Jesse Bond Realtor
3:00 – 3:15 pm | Lethbridge Chinese Cultural Dancers
LCCDC was founded in 2017. LCCDC is dedicated to promoting and sharing Chinese culture through their dance performance. They have actively participated in various cultural events in the city.
Facebook: ChineseCulturalDanceClub
Graciously sponsored by Dan’s Green Houses and Fusion Sushi
3:15 – 4:00 pm | Latin Rev
Latin music group Latin Rev’s lineup consists of talented musicians hailing from diverse locales including Canada, Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru.
Facebook: Latin Rev
4:00 – 4:30 pm | Closing Ceremonies
The closing ceremonies is an opportunity to celebrate the weekend. TBA will emcee the ceremony and our title sponsor, ATB Financial will share a message with attendees. The awards will be handed out and the torch will be passed to the next Festival Chair. The Lion is put to sleep and the festival is brought to a close.
4:30 – 6:00 pm | Hippodrome
Funk, soul, disco, rhythm and blues, blues and even some jazz are part and parcel of the repertoire of Lethbridge’s premier “rhythm and groove” band, Hippodrome. A rock solid rhythm section, coupled with a dynamite horn section, all backing a frontline of fantastic vocalists make this 11 piece group a truly exciting experience for any music lover.
Based in Lethbridge, Alberta, Hippodrome features the talents of some of the finest musicians in Southern Alberta. The group, now in its 25th year of operation, performs at a wide variety of venues – from stadium shows to night clubs.
Outstanding musicianship, high energy presentation, and lots of sing-able, danceable music make Hippodrome a terrific musical treat for everyone.
The Musicians of Hippodrome
Rhythm Section
Brad Brouwer (drums – professional musician)
Kyle Harmon (percussion – school music educator)
Paul Holden (bass – professional musician and studio teacher)
Austin Culler (guitar – professional musician and studio teacher)
Don Ponech (keyboards – school music educator)
Horn Section
Ryan Heseltine (saxes – school music educator)
Don Robb (trumpet – school music educator)
Jerry Rogers (trombone – professional musician)
Vocalists
Juran Greene (vocals – singer, actor, storyteller)
Erica Hunt (vocals – professional actor, singer, writer)
Shawn Romolliwa (vocals – psychologist)
Facebook: Hippodrome
The Lethbridge Rotary Dragon Boat Festival is a family-friendly, non-partisan community event. The views, opinions, statements, music selections, lyrics, cover songs, costumes, signs, choreography, stage comments, social-media content, or personal expressions of entertainers, musicians, vendors, volunteers, guests, or participants are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views or official position of the Festival, Society, Rotary, sponsors, partners, funders, organizers, or volunteers. The Festival reserves the right to modify, pause, relocate, or end any performance or activity that is unsafe, hateful, discriminatory, obscene, disruptive, political in nature, or otherwise inappropriate for a family audience or public community event.
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