Chicago Ducky Derby

Thu Aug 7, 2025
Various times
Age: All ages
Price: Free (ducky adoption starts at $10)
Location:
401 North Michigan Avenue, Chicago, IL, 60611
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The Ducky Derby is an event that benefits the Special Olympics of Illinois by encouraging spectators to "adopt" a yellow rubber ducky (or many duckies) to send racing down the Chicago River. It is a fun spectacle for a great cause! 

Race Day kicks off at 10 am on August 7, at 401 North Michigan Avenue with entertainment for the entire family. Splashdown for the Ducky Derby is at 1 pm at Wabash Avenue Bridge. A virtual event begins at noon and provides a live stream of the festivities.

All proceeds benefit more than 23,000 athletes and over 17,000 Young Athletes across Illinois.

 

** Activity dates/times are subject to change. Please click through to the activity website to verify.