Myrtle Beach’s Most Quacked-About Festival
Live music. Family experiences. Thousands of racing ducks.
One massive LOCAL fundraiser.
JULY 25, 2026
The Grand Pond at Market Common
Myrtle Beach SC
Duck Adoptions Are Open
Myrtle Duck Festival begins in:
Pick a cause. Adopt a duck. Watch it race.
Get ready for a full day of live music, local food, vendors, family activities, and thousands of ducks racing down the pond at Market Common.
Pick your duck, support your favorite local foundation, and cheer them on as they race toward the finish line for additional prize funding and community bragging rights.
Every duck adopted helps support impactful nonprofit organizations serving families, children, and our local community.
Whether you join us in person or adopt ducks from afar, you’re part of one of the most fun and meaningful community events of the summer.
Pick Your Cause
Every duck adopted helps create meaningful impact for local families, children, and community programs across the Grand Strand.
SOS Care
Empowering those with autism and intellectual disabilities to thrive on their own.
Kiwanis Club
Improving the lives of children through education, programs, and community service.
Make A Wish of SC
Creating life-changing wishes for children facing critical illnesses.
Habitat for Humanity of Horry County
Habitat of Horry County brings people together to build homes, communities and hope.
YMCA of Coastal Carolina
Providing financial assistance, youth development and life-changing opportunities.
The Brands Behind the Flock
What to Expect
Massive Duck Race
Live Music All Day
Big Duckin'Truck Show
Big Duckin'Tailgate Zone
Live Art Exhibit
Community Impact Village
Sponsor Giveaways
Fishing & Outdoor Experiences
Kids Activities
Race Day Schedule
10:00 Farmers Market Opens
11:00 Festival Gates Open
11:30 Live Music Begins
12:00 Jeep & Truck Showcase
12:30 Live Art Exhibit Opens
1:00 Tailgate Zone Opens
4:00 Duck Race
5:30 Awards
6:00 Evening Music
Choose your Duck Choose your Cause
Every duck entered helps support a local foundation and races for their cause. Winning ducks generate additional funding for their foundation — prizes are awarded to the nonprofits, not individual duck adopters.
MAKE A WISH SC - BLUE
Granting life-changing wishes for children with critical illnesses.
$10/Duck
Helps bring hope, strength, and joy
Unforgettable, life-changing experiences
Every duck = one entry in the race
HABITAT HORRY COUNTY - TEAL
Habitat of Horry County brings people together to build homes, communities and hope.
$10/Duck
Helping veterans with home repairs
Provide access to affordable housing for families in need.
Every duck = one entry in the race
KIWANIS CLUB - YELLOW
We are devoted to serving the children in our local communities
$10/Duck
Committed to improving the lives of children
Providing children the support they need to thrive.
Every duck = one entry in the race
YMCA COASTAL CAROLINA - GREEN
Providing financial assistance, youth development and life-changing opportunities.
$10/Duck
Youth development programs to ensure everyone can join.
Life-changing opportunities and family programs
Every duck = one entry in the race
SOS CARE - GRAY
Empowering those with autism and intellectual disabilities to thrive on their own.
$10/Duck
Provides safe, inclusive programs
Creates opportunities for independence
Every duck = one entry in the race
IMPORTANT INFORMATION & FAQs
It's boring but true...
- Duck adoptions are not tax deductible
- Each duck adoption represents a participation entry in the Myrtle Duck Festival race event
- Half of every duck adoption purchase directly supports the selected participating nonprofit organization
- Winning ducks are selected based on official race results on event day
- No physical duck will be shipped or delivered with purchase
- By completing a purchase, participants agree to the official festival rules and terms
The race determines how much prize money each foundation receives.
The better their ducks perform, the more they win.
Race Results Drive Real Impact
1st Place Foundation
$5,000 Donation
2nd Place Foundation
$3,500 Donation
3rd Place Foundation
$2,500 Donation
4th Place Foundation
$2,000 Donation
5th Place Foundation
$1,000 Donation
Canvas for a Cause
Watch creativity come to life all day long as a local artist transforms a massive canvas into a one-of-a-kind Myrtle Duck Festival masterpiece — inspired by community, outdoor culture, and the local nonprofits at the heart of the event.
Stop by, take photos, meet the artist, and watch the story unfold brushstroke by brushstroke.
Because every duck tells a bigger story.
FBK Offroad Big Duckin' Truck Show & Tailgate
Big rides. Big energy. Big Duckin’ fun.
The FBK Offroad Big Duckin’ Truck Show & Tailgate brings custom trucks, lifted Jeeps, offroad builds, big rigs, and tailgate energy to the Myrtle Duck Festival.
Come check out some of the Grand Strand’s coolest custom builds, meet local Jeep and truck owners, take photos, and enjoy a full day of live music, food, vendors, and festival fun at Market Common.
Hosted by
Carolina Coast Jeep Club
It Ducking Matters
Every Duck Makes an Impact:
• Local nonprofits
• Local youth programs
• Families in our community
Pick your cause.
Back your team.
Watch it all unfold on race day.
Community Impact Village
The Community Impact Village gives local nonprofits a place to connect with the community through hands-on activities and real community engagement.
In addition to the five organizations that will be racing, a limited number of local nonprofits will be invited to participate at no booth cost through a simple application process.
Hosted by the Find Me Outside Foundation
The Find Me Outside Foundation is a local nonprofit focused on helping kids and families connect through outdoor experiences and community programs.
More Than Just a Race
FAQS
Is my duck adoption tax deductible?
No. Duck adoptions are considered event participation purchases and are not tax deductible.
What is a duck adoption?
A duck adoption is your entry into the Myrtle Duck Festival race while supporting a participating local nonprofit organization.
Do I receive a physical duck?
No. Ducks are symbolic race entries and are not shipped or distributed to participants.
Where does the money go?
Half the proceeds of every duck adoption directly supports the participating nonprofit organization connected to your duck color/team.
Do I win money if my duck wins?
No. Winning ducks raise additional funding and prize support for their nonprofit organization — not the individual duck adopter.
Do I need to attend the event to participate?
No, but we encourage everyone to come enjoy the festival, live entertainment, food vendors, family activities, and the race experience.
What happens if the event is delayed or modified?
Event timing, race operations, and logistics may change due to weather, safety, or permitting requirements.
Can I adopt more than one duck?
Absolutely. The more ducks you adopt, the more entries your selected foundation receives in the race.
Have more questions?
