Be a Part of the Greatest Spectacle in Rubber Duck Racing!

For Participants

To participate in the Duck Race all you have to do is purchase a duck or paddling of ducks and you are entered in the race. You can purchase ducks at the Duck Race or at various BRVA events in June. The race begins promptly at 4:30 pm. The ducks dive in the Central Canal at the Monon Trail bridge and race to the finish line beyond the Rainbow Bridge, near the pedestrian bridge at College Avenue.

Prizes are awarded for 1st, 2nd and 3rd place. The prizes are gift cards from Broad Ripple Village merchants. First prize is valued at over $500. We will announce the winner by the name. You do not have to be present to win.

or Spectators

There is plenty of space to watch the race on either side of the Central Canal between the Monon Trail Bridge, the Rainbow Bridge and College Avenue.  The Canal Esplanade is now open on the north bank between College and Guilford and is a popular viewing spot to see the ducks reach the finish line! 

Plan Your Visit

Sunday, June 24th is a great day for families in the Village. From 3:00-5:00 pm, they can partake in a variety of activities on the Rainbow Bridge (where Guilford Avenue crosses the Central Canal).

Enjoy face painting, temporary tattoos, balloon artistry, art and crafts, carnival games, and much more.  

he Broad Ripple Canal Duck Race starts promptly at 4:30pm.  The start line is at the Monon Trail Bridge and the finish line at the pedestrian bridge near College Avenue.