Greenville Prepares for the Annual Reedy River Duck Derby

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Greenville is gearing up for the 21st Annual Reedy River Duck Derby on May 3, 2025, at Falls Park. The family-friendly event features a rubber duck race, food trucks, live music, and a hat contest. Adopt a duck and support local charities with every purchase. Fun activities for all ages await as the community comes together to enjoy this vibrant fundraiser!

Greenville Gears Up for the Annual Reedy River Duck Derby!

Get ready, Greenville! The annual Reedy River Duck Derby is back and splashing into town on May 3, 2025. This grand event is set in the beautiful Falls Park, where locals and visitors alike will gather for a day of family-friendly fun, all while supporting a fantastic cause.

What’s Happening On Derby Day?

This year marks the **21st edition** of the beloved duck derby, and you won’t want to miss out on the excitement. The festivities will kick off at 11:00 AM and will continue until 4:00 PM. With the duck race scheduled to start at 2:30 PM, there’s plenty to do in the meantime. Located at 601 S Main Street, Falls Park is the perfect venue to soak in the atmosphere as you cheer on your assigned rubber duck in the big race.

Family Fun Activities Galore!

From live music to yard games, there’s something for everyone at the derby. Local food trucks will be on hand, offering up delicious bites to keep your energy up during the festivities. Mark your calendars – you won’t want to miss the chance to grab some tasty treats while soaking up the fun vibes around you.

Meet the Quackers!

A whopping 14,000 rubber ducks will be making a splash in this year’s race! The excitement builds as these colorful quackers float down the falls, but only one can claim the top spot. The grand prize this year is truly something to quack about— a **year’s worth of free groceries** from Publix! If that wasn’t enough, the second-place duck will fetch a fantastic cash prize of $2,500, generously sponsored by the Rotary Club. So be sure to adopt your lucky duck!

How to Join the Fun!

If you’re itching to join in and get your own duck, the adoption fees are quite reasonable. You can adopt a single duck for just $10 or go for the popular ‘Super Quack Pack’, which includes five ducks for $30. Be aware though – after April 16, this pack will have a slight change and will offer four ducks for the same price. Ducks can be easily adopted through the derby’s **official website**.

Support the Local Community

The Reedy River Duck Derby isn’t just a fun event; it’s also a big deal for local nonprofits! This event is actually the largest local fundraiser organized by the Rotary Club, having raised over $65,000 last year alone. The funds raised help various local charities like the Academy of the Arts, Habitat for Humanity, and United Ministries. So while you’re having fun, your participation is also making a real difference in the community!

Hat Competition Alert!

Fancy yourself a hat enthusiast? There’s a hat contest that you won’t want to miss! Make sure to register online by May 5 at 11:59 PM. Attendees will check in at 1 PM before the contest begins at 1:35 PM. Keep your eyes peeled for the winners, who will be announced at 3:45 PM.

A Special Bubble Extravaganza!

Among the many highlights of this year’s derby, there will be jaw-dropping bubble performances by the Guinness World Records “bubbleologist” Steve Langley, sponsored by Palmetto Bath. This won’t just be any bubble show, it’s a spectacle you won’t want to miss!

Giving Back with a Smile!

Donations made during the Reedy River Duck Derby are tax-deductible, making it easy to spread joy while supporting essential community initiatives. Whether you decide to adopt a duck, enter the hat contest, or simply cheer from the sidelines, there’s a way for everyone to contribute to this vibrant community event.

So mark your calendars and prepare for a fun-filled day at the Reedy River Duck Derby—it promises to be a quacking good time!

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