2026 Chicago Ducky Derby

Schedule

Thu Aug 06 2026 at 10:00 am to 01:30 pm

UTC-05:00
Location

Chicago Riverwalk, Chicago, IL, United States | Chicago, IL

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Join the Chicago Ducky Derby, presented by Jewel-Osco, on August 6! The race begins at 1:00 PM and lasts about 30 minutes as more than 85,000 ducks splash down off the Columbus Drive Bridge and race to the finish.
Drop by Pioneer Court at 10:00 AM for our Derby Festival! 🎉 🐥 Enjoy food trucks, souvenirs, photo opportunities, live entertainment & more.
Adopt a duck at https://bit.ly/48sww70
Winners will be picked as soon as the ducks cross the finish line. Need more ducks? Adoptions will be available until approximately 12:50 PM on race day (while supplies last). #ChiDuckyDerby
View our FAQ for more information ➡️ https://bit.ly/48ZmSJe
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Where is it happening?

Chicago Riverwalk, Chicago, IL, United States

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