Day Day is Sunday, June 7th | 11am - 4pm | Maple St, Naugatuck, CT

Day Day is Sunday, June 7th
11am - 4pm
Maple St, Naugatuck

Thank You to Our 2024 Sponsors!

Tidal Sponsors

21 Years of Pure Quackery

Duck Day returns on Sunday, June 7th from 11–4PM, and we’re going full bill.

Over 15,000 ducks.
One epic race.
A whole community showing up loud.

This is the day Naugatuck gets its quack on.

Thank You to our 2025 sponsors.

Mandarin Sponsors

Duck Day Quack-tivities

The Great Duck Day Race!

Mark your calenduck for the 21st Annual Naugatuck Duck Race on Sunday, June 7th at 2PM sharp!

Over 15,000 ducks will take the plunge into the Naugatuck River, racing for glory and some seriously quacktastic prizes.

  • Enter your duck.
  • Stake your claim.
  • Cheer it on as it paddles toward victory.

If your duck is among the fastest down the river, you could waddle away with one of this year’s 20 great prizes.

Every entry supports our local community, so when you join the race, everyone wins.

The Corporate Duck Dash

Where the Big Ducks Make Waves

The big ducks hit the water at 12PM sharp!

Watch as our larger-than-life corporate ducks take their turn in the spotlight, racing down the river while kids cheer them on from the sidelines.

It’s fast. It’s competitive. It’s bragging rights for the boldest flocks in town.

Quack N' Roll

Shake your tail feather to live music performances throughout the day!

Duck, Duck, Jeep!

Vote for your favorite or Join in the Competition

Mallard Sponsors

Pintail Duck Sponsors

Food and Drink Vendors

Dabble all the best In local flavor

Market Place

explore local businesses, artisan gifts, and more!

Street Performances

Be delighted by various strolling performers

Inflata-bills

Laugh and play the duck day way

Duckling Quacktivitiy Sponsors
(Kids' Activities)

Participating non-profits

Choose a cause. Enter your ducks. Make waves in the community.

Duck Day isn’t just a race, it’s a chance for local non-profits to rally supporters and raise funds in a high-energy, community-driven event.

Participation is free and open to all non-profits.

Promote your mission.
Sell ducks to your supporters.
Keep the momentum going long after the splash.

It’s simple. It’s powerful. And it makes a real splash for your cause.

20th Anniversary Sponsors

Family Fun You don't want to miss!

Flock to downtown Naugatuck on Sunday, June 7th for a full day of food, music, vendors, and quacktastic fun.

Festivities begin at 11:00AM, with the Great Duck Race splashing off at 2:00PM sharp.

When is Duck Day?

Sunday June 7th, 2026
11:00 A.M. - 4:00 P.M. (EST)

Where is Duck Day?

Duck Day takes place on Maple Street in Naugatuck, CT.

115 Maple St, Naugatuck, CT 06770

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June 7, 2026 11am ~ 4PM
Maple Street, Naugatuck, CT

21st Annual Duck Race & Festival

Duck Duck Jeep Registration Form

Welcome to the Duck Day 2026 Duck Duck Jeep! Competition

If you have any questions, please call the Chamber at 203-757-0701

June 7, 2026 11am ~ 4PM
Maple Street, Naugatuck, CT

21st Annual Duck Race & Festival

Food Vendor Spaces Are Full
for Duck Day 2025

Welcome to the DuckDay 2025 Food Vendor Application!

Thank you for your interest in being a part of Duck Day 2025! At this time, all food vendor spaces have been filled, and we are no longer accepting applications in this category.

We truly appreciate your enthusiasm and hope you’ll consider joining us next year. Registration for Duck Day 2026 will open in late March 2026, so please stay tuned and apply early to secure your spot at this beloved community celebration.

We look forward to the opportunity to work with you in the future and welcome you into the Duck Day family!

If you have any questions, feel free to contact the Chamber at 203-729-4511.

Food Vendor Form

Welcome to the DuckDay 2026 Food Vendor Application!

We are thrilled to see your interest in joining us for what promises to be an unforgettable experience. At DuckDay, we celebrate diversity, creativity, and the joy of food, bringing together the best vendors to delight our guests.

However, please understand that space is limited, and in our quest to provide a wide variety of culinary delights, Duck Day Representatives reserve the right to review and select applications based on a variety of criteria. This process ensures that all our guests can enjoy a broad spectrum of flavors and experiences.

Key Points to Note:

  • Review Process: All applications will be thoroughly reviewed by our team. We are committed to a fair and timely evaluation, aiming to respond to each application as swiftly as possible.*

*PLEASE NOTE: To ensure a diverse and unique culinary experience for all our guests, Duck Day Representatives reserve the right to limit the number of similar vendors and carefully curate the selection. This may mean that we cannot accommodate every application, as our aim is to prevent duplication and ensure a wide variety of options for our attendees.

  • Open to All: We welcome applications from all interested licensed & insured food vendors. Whether you are a seasoned veteran or a newcomer to the food scene, DuckDay is an excellent platform to showcase your culinary talents.
  • No Initial Fees: There are no charges for applying. Billing details and participation fees will only be discussed and applied upon acceptance into DuckDay 2026.

We appreciate your understanding and enthusiasm. Our goal is to create an environment that celebrates food, community, and innovation. Thank you for considering being a part of DuckDay 2026. Here’s to creating a fantastic experience together!

Food Vendor Form:

If you have any questions, please call the Chamber at 203-757-0701

June 7th, 2026 11am ~ 4PM
Maple Street, Naugatuck, CT

21th Annual Duck Race & Festival

Organization Participation Agreement

By submitting this form, you agree to the following terms and conditions:

  • Duck Race raffle tickets will be sold for $5 each.
  • Organizations will earn $2.50 for each ticket sold. The Naugatuck Chamber will donate to your organization following the June 7, 2026, event.
  • You are responsible for paying for any stolen, misplace, or lost tickets.
  • Each ticket stub must be returned in numerical order.
  • No markings should be made on any tickets
  • Ticket stubs must be legible and completely filled out.
  • Tickets cannot be transferred to other organizations.
  • More tickets may be available; however, you must sell and return all ticket stubs and money prior to receiving more tickets.
  • Ticket Distribution and Collection: May 20th, 2026
  • Organizations must return ALL money and tickets collected from the sale of tickets to the Naugatuck Chamber.

Organization Form:

If you have any questions, please call the Chamber at 203-757-0701