Waldo Duck Derby

The Waldo Duck Derby is a fun-filled community event with a big impact! Join us at Rainbow School as thousands of rubber ducks race to raise funds for summer camp scholarships through Over the Rainbow.
Thanks to our partnership with the Academy for Integrated Arts (AFIA), funds raised will help send 18 children to our 11-week summer camp on full scholarship — giving kids a safe, enriching place to learn, play, and belong all summer long.
Adopt a duck, bring your family, and help support children and families in our Waldo community! 🐥💛
This event is supported in part by the City of Kansas City, Missouri Neighborhood Tourist Development Fund.
Get all the details here >>>>
https://givebutter.com/waldoduckderby2026
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How It Works
1. Adopt a Duck – Choose how many ducks you want to race. The more you adopt, the greater your chances of winning!
2. Cheer Them On – Join us on race day and watch the ducks paddle toward victory.
3. Win Exciting Prizes – The fastest ducks will take home fantastic rewards! The first duck to cross the finish line in the final heat will win $1,000!

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Schedule of Events
11:00 Kids Area opens/Duck Derby Tickets for Sale/Concessions open
11:30 Hula Hoop Competition
11:45 Kid's Watermelon Seed Spitting Competition
12:00 Frozen Shirt Competition
12:30 Dance Competition
12:45 Hot Dog Race
1:00 Duck Race Begins
1:45 Foam Party for all ages
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How you can get involved:
Adopt a Duck – https://givebutter.com/waldoduckderby2026
Become a Sponsor - https://givebutter.com/waldoduckderby2026
Volunteer – Join our amazing team and help make the event a success!
Email [email protected]