This Duck Day, join us in championing the potential of Naugatuck’s youth by supporting Naugatuck Youth Services (NYS) — a nonprofit dedicated to helping young people make positive choices, build leadership skills, and find their place in the community.
Guiding Youth Toward Brighter Futures
At the heart of NYS’s mission is a commitment to prevention, empowerment, and connection. Through a range of impactful programs, the organization gives young people the tools they need to thrive, including:
Mentoring and Leadership Programs that cultivate self-confidence and responsibility
Youth Councils where students have a voice and help shape change in their schools and neighborhoods
Substance Use Prevention and Wellness Initiatives that promote smart, healthy decisions
Volunteer Projects and service opportunities that foster community pride
Events and Workshops that engage and inspire youth year-round
NYS creates a space where young people are seen, heard, and valued, and where they are encouraged to grow into thoughtful, engaged community members.
It Takes a Village — and a Few Ducks!
By collaborating with schools, town agencies, and fellow nonprofits, Naugatuck Youth Services builds a powerful support system for teens and young adults. But their success depends on community investment — and that’s where you come in.
Participate in the Duck Day Raffle: Help Local Youth Soar
When you purchase a Duck Day Raffle ticket, you’re doing more than entering for a chance to win — you’re helping fund mentorship programs, youth leadership training, prevention workshops, and more. Your contribution helps create pathways to success for youth across Naugatuck.
Your Duck = Their Future
Every ticket purchased supports a teen discovering their voice, finding a mentor, or taking that first step toward leadership. Together, we can give Naugatuck’s youth the confidence and support they need to thrive.
Be the Wind Beneath Their Wings — Buy Your Duck Today!
Support Naugatuck Youth Services this Duck Day and invest in the next generation of leaders, dreamers, and changemakers. One duck, one life-changing opportunity, and one stronger community at a time.
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Make a splash for a good cause with a Duck Day Raffle Ticket! Each duck is just $5, and when you sponsor one, 50% of your purchase directly supports the charity featured on this page. Join us in a fun-filled race where every duck brings us closer to making a real difference in our community. Don’t miss your chance to win great prizes while helping those in need. Buy your duck today and watch it compete at Duck Day! Let’s quack the code on community support together—sponsor your duck now!
Individual Non-Profit ticket sales have ended, but there’s still time to buy your tickets, and get into the 2026 Duck Day Race!
Click the link below to get tickets!
The 2026 Duck Day Race kicks off at 2pm on June 7th. Be sure to check the prizes page to check if you’re a winner!
Dive into the quacktastic world of Duck Day, an extraordinary event that has been making a splash since its creation in 2005 by the Naugatuck Chamber. The main event of the day is the Great Duck Day Race, where over 10,000 rubber ducks race down the Naugatuck River, each one tied to a raffle ticket for a chance to win. The first 21 ducks to cross the finish line claim prizes, including two chances to win $5,000 for lucky ticket holders.
But Duck Day is more than just a race. It is a lively festival that brings the heart of downtown Naugatuck to life. Maple and Water Streets are transformed into a vibrant destination where food and craft vendors tempt your taste buds, live music keeps the energy going, and games and activities keep kids and families entertained throughout the day. The event also provides a great opportunity for local businesses to showcase their products and services to a crowd of over 5,000 attendees.
Beyond the excitement, Duck Day supports a meaningful mission. Over the years, this community-driven event has helped more than 375 organizations raise nearly half a million dollars through raffle ticket sales tied to the race.
Don’t miss your chance to be part of it. Please note that Chamber employees are not eligible to participate in the draw, and all participants must be 16 or older to enter. The more entries in the race, the more exciting it becomes, with more chances to win.
Get your raffle tickets today and join us for a day of fun, community, and meaningful impact.
Welcome to the Duck Day 2026 Duck Duck Jeep! Competition
If you have any questions, please call the Chamber at 203-757-0701
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.
Welcome to the Duck Day 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:
*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.
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!
If you have any questions, please call the Chamber at 203-757-0701
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If you have any questions, please call the Chamber at 203-757-0701
