The Wellington Dragon Boat Festival is held on Wellington Harbour, right in front of Frank Kitts park. With a massive promenade, park seating, bridges and wharves there are a myriad of great vantage points to see the action as the Dragon Boaters race down a course that hugs the shoreline.

The 89.3 More FM Wairarapa Dragon Boat Regatta is held on Henley Lake on the outskirts of Masterton. With loads of vantage points, a warm climate and relaxed atmosphere this is a great place to enjoy a day of massive boats racing on a little lake.