Rubber Ducky Race FAQs
WHAT TYPE OF EVENTS WILL BE HELD?
There are many exciting events throughout the day. They include:
- Rubber Ducky Inflatable Raft Race (3 races)
- Quack Collection (commemorative rubber duck collection)
- Bay Area Dragon Boat demo
- Duffy Boat Parade
- Ceremony and Concert
HOW OLD DO I HAVE TO BE TO ENTER THE RUBBER DUCKY RACE?
Participants must be at least 5 years old to participate in the Rubber Ducky Race. Participants 15 years old or younger must be accompanied by an adult. 16 and 17 year olds may participate with signed parent permission slip.
DO I NEED ROWING EXPERIENCE TO ENTER THE RACE?
No! This race is for novice water users and is designed to be a fun event for the community. No experience is required!
DO I NEED TO SUPPLY MY OWN INFLATABLE WATER VESSEL AND LIFE PRESERVER?
Yes. There will not be inflatables or life preservers to rent or purchase. Approved life preservers may be purchased HERE.
CAN I ENTER MORE THAN ONE RACE?
Only one race per person/family.
HOW LONG IS THE RACE?
The adult race is approximately 272 meters long and the family race is approximately 225 meters long.
DO I NEED TO REGISTER FOR BOTH THE RACE AND THE QUACK COLLECTION?
No, registration for the race also gives you an entry into the Quack Collection.
DO I NEED TO REGISTER TO WATCH?
Registration is not required for spectators. The races and Quack Collection are the only parts of the day that require registration.
CAN I REGISTER FOR JUST THE QUACK COLLECTION?
There is no separate registration for Quack Collection. To participate in the Quack Collection, you must be registered in one of the races. If you do not want to participate in a race, please let us know before the event!
WILL THERE BE ACTIVITIES FOR THOSE WHO DO NOT WANT TO ENTER THE RACE?
Yes! We will have a Boat Parade, a Dragonboat Demo, a concert in the amphitheater, food trucks, and more!
WHAT IF I WANT TO USE A KAYAK, CANOE OR NON-INFLATABLE BOAT/RAFT?
Only inflatable boats/rafts are allowed for all races. For the Quack Collection you are welcome to use a non-inflatable water vessel.
WHERE SHOULD I PARK FOR THE EVENT?
Registered participants for the inflatable race can park in the main Recreation Center parking lot. The lot will be reserved for participants from 7:30am to 10:30am. All other participants must park in the City Hall Lot or find street parking. After 10:30am, the Recreation Center parking lot will be open to all guests.
WHY IS IT CALLED "RUBBER DUCKY RACE"?
The “rubber duckies” are the participants! While we know the name of the event might throw you, the actual race is not a race of toy rubber duckies. However, if you participate in the Quack Collection, you will receive commemorative rubber duckies.
