Louisiana Dragon Boat Races

Since the largest Dragon Boat Race in the state is presented by the Alexandria Museum of Art, you can expect participating crafts in the annual Louisiana Dragon Boat Races to be not just powerfully propelled, but also spectacularly adorned. Spirited racing roils the waters of Pineville's Lake Buhlow all day, while onshore art and food vendors, live entertainment, and interactive art exhibitions turn the event into a festival with something for all to enjoy. Several high-profile fitness groups have taken the trophy in recent years' photo-finish endings, and this year promises more of the same stiff competition. More details to come at themuseum.org/ldbr.