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Head to Stayner for some quacktastic fun with the Stayner Kinsmen Duck Races.
Credit: Stayner and District Kinsmen
This event is not for the fowl-hearted as it promises to be an exciting day filled with rubber ducks, live music, food, and more!
With over 2000 rubber ducks and 200 corporate-decorated ducks launched into the Mad River, it’s going to be a feather-ruffling good time for the whole family.
The event kicks off at 11 AM on May 3 at Centennial Kinsmen Park, featuring a full day of family-friendly fun. This includes live music from the Hogback Road band, games, activities (such as inflatables and a giant pinball game), and delicious food from the Kinsmen BBQ. Plus, for those who are of age, there will be a beer and cider garden to wet your whistle.
Credit: Stayner and District Kinsmen
The races begin at 1 PM, starting with the elementary school race, followed by the corporate businesses race, and finally, the main event. And let’s talk about the prizes – they’re definitely something to quack about!
The first prize winner takes home a whopping $700, while the second and third place winners receive $400 and $200, respectively. Fourth and fifth place winners each receive $100, and sixth place gets $50.
Tickets for the duck races cost $5 per duck and can be purchased online and at several locations around town, including Bakery By The Bay, Stayner Home Hardware, Friends Pub, Jamie’s Main & Local, Coopers Rental, Hamilton Brothers, and L&S Repair.
So, flock together with your friends and family and get ready for a day of quacking good fun at 240 Brock Street, Stayner!
Stayner is located about 2 hours from Toronto, 40 minutes from Barrie, and 20 minutes from Wasaga Beach.
