The 10th Annual Dragon Boat Festival is paddling its way back to Bayou Desiard on April 18, 2026, and the Children’s Coalition for Northeast Louisiana is kicking off the excitement with a fun activity for kids — and a chance to win an awesome prize!
Families are invited to take part in the Dragon Coloring Contest, where one lucky winner will receive a Dragon LEGO Set. It’s simple, creative, and a great way for kids to get involved in the festival spirit.
How to Enter
- Download the Dragon Color Sheet from the Children’s Coalition website.
- Let your child color their dragon masterpiece however they like — bright, bold, glittery, or even rainbow-scaled!
- Upload a photo of the finished coloring sheet to the Children’s Coalition for Northeast Louisiana Facebook page in the comments of the pinned contest post.
That’s it! Once your child’s artwork is posted, they’re entered.
A random winner will be selected on April 5, 2026, so be sure to get those dragons colored and posted before the deadline.
DOWNLOAD COLORSHEET NOW!
Show Off Those Dragon Skills
While you’re sharing your child’s coloring creation, the Children’s Coalition hopes you’ll also follow their Facebook page to stay connected with upcoming family events, community programs, and exciting updates about the Dragon Boat Festival.
The contest is just one of many ways the Coalition is building excitement for the 10th Annual Dragon Boat Festival, the organization’s largest fundraiser of the year. The event brings the community together for a full day of dragon boat racing, family fun, a Kids’ Zone, food trucks, and plenty of excitement along beautiful Bayou Desiard.
Mark Your Calendar
📅 10th Annual Dragon Boat Festival
🕘 April 18, 2026 | 9 AM – 4 PM
📍 Bayou Desiard – University of Louisiana Monroe
The festival is free and open to the public, making it the perfect outing for families who want to cheer on the teams, enjoy great food, and experience the energy of dragon boat racing.
So grab those crayons, markers, or colored pencils and let your little artist bring their dragon to life. Who knows — that colorful creation might just win them a Dragon LEGO set! 🐉🧱
