Description

Spectators cheer on more than 50,000 yellow rubber ducks during the annual Windy City Rubber Ducky Derby to benefit Special Olympics Illinois. The derby will closely watch COVID-19 protocol and a decision will be made to turn the event virtual. No ducks will be harmed in the racing of this event.

Family entertainment includes face painting, games, free food and appearances by several sports mascots. Donated prizes will be provided to the adoptive parents of the winning ducks. If in-person, festival takes place in front of the Wrigley Building, ducks dropped at the Wabash Ave. Bridge.

Event Cost: Free; $5 to adopt a duck

Event Time: 10 a.m.-1:30 p.m., Aug. 5, 2021