We’re happy to present…
Wednesday, August 5th
Event Starts at 3:00 pm
The CARES in Farmington Hills Duck Race is a fun-filled community event where thousands of rubber ducks race to the finish, raising vital funds to support local families in need. Sponsoring the race not only puts your name in front of an engaged audience but also directly contributes to food security and essential programs that uplift our community.
Watch the 2025 Recap Video!
PLAY THE DUCK RACE!
Steer your rubber duck, beat the high score, and race against Mama Duck herself!
STEER YOUR DUCK
Float down the Shiawassee River with your mouse or finger. Dodge rocks, sticks, and whirlpools as you go!
COLLECT FOOD, FEED FAMILIES
Every food item you grab feeds a family. Your score is the number of families you've helped — keep playing to feed more!
BEAT MAMA DUCK
In the final level, race against Mama Duck herself — but watch out, she charges hard! Make it to the finish line before time runs out.
GET THE HIGH SCORE
Submit your score to the public leaderboard. Top 50 ducks rule the river. Can you make it on the board?
Wednesday, August 5 • 3:00 PM • Shiawassee Park
At Shiawassee Park
What’s Happening
Wednesday, August 6, 2025 – Family Fun starts at 3:00 p.m
- Entertainment by the Killer Flamingos and DJ “Rock Out Entertainment”
- Family Fun Games – Sponsored by the Farmington Hills YMCA
- Bounce Houses – Sponsored by The Gathering Church
- Petting Zoo – Sponsored by Cromwell Chiropractic
- Fishing for Pennies – Sponsored by LOC Credit Union
- Escape Room – Sponsored by Escape Room Novi
- Water Tent – Sponsored by Community Choice Credit Union
- Donation Tent – Sponsored by Farmington Masonic Lodge #151
- Obstacle Course – Sponsored by the Farmington Hills Fire Department
- Food Vendors – Busch’s Fresh Food Market, Olive Thyme Catering, Farmhouse Coffee and Ice Cream, Bulldog Cheesesteaks, Never Forgotten Bakery, Pizza
- Face Paint
- Barber Shop Quartet
Sponsorship Levels:
· Golden Duck- $10,000
· Big Splash- $5,000
· River/ Bridge – $2,500
· Quack – Quack the Duck are Back – $1,500
· Friends of the Flock – $500
· Decoy Duck Race Participant – $250
· Bring your Business Banner to the Race! – $250
· Business Marketing Opportunity in Shiawassee Park during the Duck Race Event – $250
Adopt Ducks:
· One ( 1) Quack – $5
· Six (6) Quacks – $25
· Lucky Ducky(13) – $50
· Max (28)Quack – $100
“Adopt a duck” refers to purchasing a chance to win in the Rubber Duck Race, one duck entry. Rubber Ducks will not be distributed to adopters.
Making a Prize Donation
· We are seeking Duck Race Prize Items or Services . Please send us a brief description of the prize or services along with the estimated retail value.
· We also accept monetary donations.
Call the Duck Hotline at 248-765-7396 to arrange for pick up or drop off.
Support the CARES Community
· Your organization helps CARES and its mission to feed
families by selling Duck Tickets.
· In return, CARES supports your organization with a $1.00
rebate for every Duck Ticket you sell.*
Everyone Wins! – A minimum number of 25 tickets sold required to receive rebate. Then…. come aboard and help sell DUCK TICKETS!
Duck Race 2024 Recap
The CARES Duck Race is a beloved annual event in Farmington Hills, bringing the community together for a fun and impactful day. Held each August at Shiawassee Park, the event features thousands of rubber ducks racing down the river, creating a colorful and exciting spectacle. Over the years, attendance has grown significantly, with last year’s race seeing over 8,000 ducks dropped into the water.
Beyond the race itself, the event includes family-friendly activities, live entertainment, and opportunities for the community to support CARES of Farmington Hills. With each passing year, the Duck Race continues to grow, strengthening community bonds while raising awareness for CARES’ mission of helping families in need.
Duck Race
2025 Sponsors
Golden Duck Sponsors
Big Splash Sponsor
River/Bridge Sponsor
Quack Quack the Ducks are Back Sponsors
Friends of the Flock Sponsors
Business Presence in Shiawassee Park
See you there!
Join us for an unforgettable day at Shiawassee Park as we celebrate community, fun, and a great cause! Whether you’re cheering on the ducks, enjoying the festivities, or just soaking in the excitement, there’s something for everyone. Don’t miss out on this growing tradition—bring your friends, family, and community spirit!
We can’t wait to see you at the CARES Duck Race! 🐤