CASH TICKETS ONLY - Independence Days 2026 & Duck Derby

The annual Duck Derby returns to the Willamette River on July 3 at 4:00 PM as part of Independence Days 2026 Celebration! Watch hundreds of giant rubber ducks are launched from the River Road Bridge and race through the rapids—it’s a one-of-a-kind Independence tradition. Cheer on your duck as as they all approach the finish line! Cash prizes go to the top 4 finishers!

This year for the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence, 250 ducks will be available! Reserve yours soon!

Come cheer on the flock and see if your duck takes the lead!

Winners will share a total cash prize of $1,000 -- For the 250th Anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence, we will award $250 to each of the top 4 finishers!!