Dive into Fun at the 39th Annual Rubber Ducky Festival: Bellaire, MI, August 14-15, 2026!

Photo by Anthony Dalesandro

Get ready to “DUCK” into BELLAIRE as the Bellaire Chamber of Commerce proudly hosts the highly anticipated 39th Annual Rubber Ducky Festival. Scheduled for August 14-15, 2026, this year’s celebration promises to be the biggest yet, drawing thousands of enthusiastic attendees to downtown Bellaire for a weekend filled with laughter, excitement, and community spirit.

The festivities kick off on Saturday, August 15th, at 3 PM,

with a spectacular Grand Parade, leading into our iconic Rubber Ducky Race. Watch in anticipation as 2,500 numbered rubber ducks take the plunge from the North Bridge, racing down to Riverside Marina. Grab your tickets for a chance to win fabulous prizes! If your duck is one of the first 27 to finish, you could be taking home a special reward. It’s a fun-filled family experience you won’t want to miss!

Join us for an entire week of activities leading up to the festival, featuring kid-friendly games, live music, and the beloved Rubber Ducky Parade. Since its inception by Ray Mills 39 years ago, this charming event has transformed into our community’s largest annual celebration, continually growing in size and spirit.

Make your lodging arrangements now,

and be part of this thrilling tradition where laughter, excitement, and a splash of quirkiness come together. Let’s make some memories and let the “QUACKIN” begin!

About Bellaire Chamber of Commerce:

Dedicated to fostering the economic development of the Bellaire area, the Bellaire Chamber of Commerce supports local businesses and community events like the Rubber Ducky Festival.