Who does the Dream City Duck Derby presented by Arlington Sunrise Rotary benefit?
All proceeds from the Dream City Duck Derby presented by Arlington Sunrise Rotary will benefit the efforts of Arlington Sunrise Rotary to impact our community for the better!
How does it work?
Everyone who adopts a duck, is entered into what we call E-Quack, a database that stores all of the duck data.
Next to your name in E-Quack is the number of ducks you have adopted.
E-Quack then shuffles all the ducks and randomly, automatically assigns your duck tag numbers. Every Duck gets a tag!
How do my ducks get in the water?
We will drop 6,000 ducks at Dream City Duck Derby! Each Duck will have its personalized tag on it so it is identified as it crosses the finish line!
What is my tag number?
Tag numbers are automatically and randomly assigned by computer. To ensure there are no unfair advantages and the integrity of our race, Duck Tag Numbers are not released to the public.
Rest assured, however, that all the ducks you have adopted will be in the water.
What if you have 5,500 Adopted Ducks but you have 6,000 Tagged Ducks at Duck Drop?
If all our ducks have not been adopted by race day, it means that a lucky adopter can still adopt up to an hour prior to the race.
Their names will be placed at random into the mix, next to a number that does not already have a name by it. Anyone can adopt until an hour before the race begins, as long as the race is not sold out.
When and where is the Dream City Duck Derby presented by Arlington Sunrise Rotary and what does it cost?
The Dream City Duck Derby presented by Arlington Sunrise Rotary will take place on April 26, 2025 at Randol Mill Park Aquatic Center. A total of 6,000 will be launched into the lazy river at approximately 12:30 pm.
How will I know if my duck wins?
Arlington Sunrise Rotary will contact you using the information you provided with your duck adoption. You do not need to be present to win.
Are they real ducks or rubber ducks?
Rubber ducks, silly!
Who can adopt a duck?
Anyone! However, you must be at least 18 years old to adopt a duck.
Once I adopt a duck, do I get to keep it?
No. After you adopt your duck the Arlington Sunrise Rotary Duck Race team will work hard to train, coach, and make sure each one is ready for the Dream City Duck Race. After the race, all of the ducks will fly off to their next race somewhere in the US.
Do I need to be present to win?
No, the winner does not need to be present to win. We do hope you will join us for the festivities though!
Can I adopt ducks on race day?
If all our 6,000 have not been adopted as one hour prior to Drop Time, the remaining ducks will be available for adoption on race day at the onsite adoption booth at the Dream City Duck Derby.
How do I contact someone at the Dream City Duck Derby presented by Arlington Sunrise Rotary if I have questions that are not answered here?
Please contact us by emailing arlingtonsunrisetreasurer@gmail.com or calling our Duck Queen, Tracy at 817.988.2425.