Thousands of rubber ducks race down Chicago River for Special Olympics fundraiser

Thousands of rubber ducks flooded the Chicago River on 10 August for the annual Chicago Ducky Derby.

The event is a fundraiser for Special Olympics Illinois. This year, more than 93,000 ducks were entered into the race.

Donors could adopt a single duck for $5, a Quack Pack of 6 ducks for $25, a flock for $100, or a Diamond Duck Pack for $1,000. The organization says this year’s event raised $428,508

The winner of the race took home a 2024 Chevy Trax, with runner-ups receiving prizes like cruise trips and cash.