THE DUCKS ARE BACK!

After a wildly popular debut at Blue Derby’s 10 Year Anniversary, the Derby River Duck Race is waddling back to town!

Hundreds of ducks will take to the Ringarooma River for the race of a lifetime — and this year, there’s even more reason to get your duck in the game.

For just $5, you can purchase your very own racing duck and go into the draw for some seriously quacking cash prizes!

Race start: Behind the Dorset Hotel
Finish: Just beyond the suspension bridge

1st place: $500
2nd place: $200
3rd place: $100

Buy one duck, buy ten — the race will be live streamed so you can win anywhere in the world. All money will be donated to the Blue Derby Mountain Bike Trails.

It’s silly. It’s competitive. It’s a whole lot of fun.

And racing in October will be faster with river levels high!

Grab your duck now!

📅 DerbyFest | 17–18 October 2026

Contact the host of Derby River Duck Race - Derby Park