In China, the dragon boat race is an ancient folk activity. However, in other countries and regions, people often organize various interesting boat racing competitions.

In the giant pumpkin speedboat race in Wollaton, Oregon, the U.S.A., participants hollowed out pumpkins weighing hundreds of kilograms and made them into special "pumpkin boats" to compete for the championship. The participants put on all kinds of strange costumes and rowed. Even if they fell into the water, it was very interesting.

The Belgian bathtub rowing race, which was first held in 1982, has become one of the most influential summer festivals in Belgium. Participants should use at least one bathtub and other materials to create a theme boat to participate in the water cruising competition.

In fact, boat racing appeared in Britain as early as the 17th century. On the Thames River, many boatmen would hold various rowing competitions in their leisure time. Later, the sport became more and more familiar to the people. Until 1715, to celebrate the coronation of the British king, boat racing was held for the first time. Therefore, boat racing has a far-reaching impact. In 1775, England formulated the first competition rules and established a club.

The Oxford Cambridge boat racing with a long history began in 1829 and has a history of more than 180 years. On March 12, 1829, Cambridge challenged Oxford. From then on, the tradition of this competition has been preserved until today. But this is a more traditional way of competition.