2026 Rubber Ducky Race over the Falls!
The Chagrin Valley Chamber of Commerce is thrilled to announce our 6th Annual Rubber Ducky Race, happening Saturday, May 9th! 💦
What is a Rubber Ducky Race, you ask? A rubber ducky's journey down the river, under the bridge and over the falls to the finish line. If your adoption paper's number matches the number on the bottom of the winning duck... you win!
To participate, adopt a duck or a flock and cheer on your ducks as they sail through the river to the finish line. One lucky duck will win the first place price of $1000.00, second place winner $500.00 and third place $250. Don't miss out on the chance to adopt one of our 4,000 racing ducks for the event. Will you adopt the lucky duck?
AQUA DOC will make sure that no duck is left behind and will be handling everything in the River with the assistance of the Chagrin Valley Fire Department.
Adoption Options:
- Single Duck: $6.00 each
- Quack Pack (6 ducks): $30.00
- Dozen (13 ducks): $60.00
- Flock of Ducks (28 ducks): $120.00
| Ducks will race at 10am. Winner does not have to be present to win! |
PRIZES:
🥇 1st Place - $1,000 (or $2,000 with a Lucky Duck!)
🥈 2nd Place - $500
🥉 3rd Place - $250
📍 Riverside Park | Saturday, May 9th
⏰ 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
- 9:00 AM - Family fun begins!
- 9:45 AM - Ducks placed in the river by AQUA DOC
- 10:00 AM - Countdown & release!
- 10:30 AM - 11:00 AM - Post-race festivities & vendor tables
- DJ & Music 🎶
- Characters: AQUA DOC's Dr. Al G & Mighty Ducts Squeaky McClean
- Balloon Twister
- Ducky Merch
- Shaved Ice
- … and MORE!
Festivities including member vendor tables, balloon twister, DJ, characters, etc continue until 11am. After the race, make reservations at one of our local restaurants, shop at our local merchants or simply enjoy the falls! Township Hall will be available for restroom use.
Race Day Specials:
ETalian will be open for breakfast starting at 8am! This is a great watch spot! Menu
The Popcorn Shop will be open starting at 9am!
Evergreen Bakery will be open at 8am!
Our Event Partner:
🧡 17 River Grille is taking reservations beginning at 11am
CAN'T MAKE IT? Our Event Partner Drone Ohio will be LIVE on their Facebook Page here: https://www.facebook.com/thedroneohio
Watch previous years races HERE ⬇️
And HERE ⬇️
⬇️ MEMBER SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES ⬇️
Get a T shirt to show your rubber ducky love!
Some fine print:
RACE RULES: The main race begins when approximately 4,000 rubber ducks are released into the Chagrin River. The first duck to cross the finish line wins $1,000, the second duck wins $500, and the third duck wins $250, Each duck is the same exact size, color, and weight, and the number on your Duck Adoption Certificate corresponds with the number on the bottom of the duck entered into the race. The decision of the winning duck is at the sole discretion of the AQUA DOC staff and is final. Winners must be 18 years or older and do not need to be present to win. Winners will be contacted via email after the race, and the corresponding Duck Adoption Certificate may be required for verification before prizes are awarded. Prizes must be picked up within 10 days at the Chagrin Valley Chamber of Commerce. No refunds or exchanges.
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Date and Time
Saturday May 9, 2026
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM EDT
Saturday, May 9 at 9 AM-11:00 AM
Chagrin Falls Riverside Park
Festivities start at 9am
Duck Drop 10am
Location
Chagrin River in Downtown Chagrin Falls
The race route: Starting in the river in Riverside Park, under the bridge, over the falls to the finish line.
The first 3 ducks across the finish line win! The winning ducks are at the sole discretion of Aqua Doc and the Chagrin Valley Chamber.
Fees/Admission
FREE Family Fun Event!
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