Lion Dance Championship Hits Edmonton | Edmonton News

Edmonton News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Aug 22, 2026 · 1m

Edmonton’s Chinatown is heating up this weekend with the Pan-American Lion Dance Championship — a high-energy, global showdown featuring top teams from Canada, the U.S., Mexico, Panama, and Trinidad and Tobago. With routines timed to the second and daring pole dances, it’s part art, part martial arts, and all spectacle. This marks the first time the city hosts the event, signaling a major leap for the sport’s growth. The championship kicks off a vibrant Dragon Festival packed with food, culture, and community — plus a new documentary celebrating the revival of Chinatown’s spirit. Listen in…