Duck Derby 2024 at Allens Pond
Special Event: September 28, 2024
Rain Date: September 29
Duck Derby is a fun, community event where thousands of rubber ducks—sponsored by individuals just like you—are released on an incoming tide for an epic race from Buzzards Bay into Allens Pond!
With fierce determination, they fight their way to the finish line where the first duck to cross wins a Grand Prize! There will also be winning prizes of a Mass Audubon family membership, Mass Audubon Swag bag and of course the special honor for the "Slacker Quacker" (the last duck to finish the race).
This beloved event supports Mass Audubon's ecological and outreach projects.
Sponsor a Duck to Enter the Race
You can purchase duck sponsorships online up until the morning of the race—don't delay! Online duck sales end Saturday, September 28, at 12:00 pm ET.
If you have questions, don't hesitate to email us.
Race Details & Prizes
The ducks will line up for an afternoon start to paddle on the incoming tide from Buzzards Bay into Allens Pond. The Grand Prize winners will be announced on Saturday morning at the South Coast Harvest Festival, on social media, in local newspapers, and on the Allens Pond website. You don't have to be present at the race or any race-related events to win.
2024 Grand Prize
The first duck to cross the finish line will receive a $5000 cash prize!
Please read the Duck Derby Official Rules for more information about winner selection, prize claims, and event regulations.