Lure of the Dragons

More than 30 teams will paddle 250 meters down the Rocky Broad River in traditional Chinese dragon boats. Teams collect pledges to benefit Hickory Nut Gorge Outreach Center, Camp Lurecrest, or a children’s charity of their choice. A festival on shore will entertain crowds. » Morse Park, 2926 Memorial Hwy.; Saturday, 8:45 a.m.-4 p.m.; $850 corporate teams, $650 nonprofit teams; (828) 243-3811;
www.lureofthedragons.org