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Rubber Duckies Take Over Northbrook For Rotary's 2026 Ducky Race
You are invited to sponsor a duck, cheer on the race and support Rotary projects at home and around the world
NORTHBROOK, IL — Get ready to quack for a cause! The Rotary Club of Northbrook’s 2026 Rubber Ducky Race is coming to Village Green Park on Sunday, September 27 at 3:00 p.m., bringing hundreds of bright yellow rubber ducks together for a race to the finish line — all in support of Rotary’s charitable work.
Community members, families, businesses and Rotary supporters are invited to sponsor a duck and join the fun as the ducks make their way toward the finish.
ADOPT A DUCK — OR A WHOLE FLOCK! Supporting the race is easy: A Single Ducky is $10; get Quack Pack of 3 ducks for $25 or get a Flock (15 ducks) for $100. The race is fun and you are eligible to win $250; $500 or even $1,000 !!
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Proceeds benefit the Rotary Club of Northbrook’s Charitable Projects Foundation, which helps fund grants, scholarships and community service projects that make an impact both locally and around the world.
“The Rubber Ducky Race is a fun way to bring our community together while supporting the work Rotary does throughout the year,” said a representative of the Rotary Club of Northbrook. “Every duck sponsored helps us invest back into our community and support projects that make a difference.”
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The race is designed to be a fun community event for all ages. Spectators are encouraged to come to Village Green Park, cheer on their ducks and see which lucky duck makes it to the finish line first.
SPONSOR YOUR DUCKS TODAY
Ducks may be purchased in advance at: go.rallyup.com/rotaryrubberducky2026
Whether you sponsor one duck, grab a Quack Pack or send an entire flock into the race, every entry helps Rotary continue its tradition of Service Above Self.
Race Date: Sunday, September 27, 2026
Race Time: 3:00 p.m.
Location: Village Green Park, Northbrook
Beneficiary: Rotary Club of Northbrook Charitable Projects Foundation
ABOUT THE ROTARY CLUB OF NORTHBROOK
The Rotary Club of Northbrook brings together community and business leaders who share a commitment to service, fellowship and making a positive difference. Through local and international service projects, charitable grants, scholarships and partnerships, Northbrook Rotarians work to strengthen the community and improve lives.
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