Calne Lions Duck Race

On 17th May 2025, Calne comes out in force to watch lots of ducks race down the River Marden, raising money for Calne Lions.

The first of our races starts at 11am with the Business Duck heats, then while the winners from the heats make their way back up to the start line, we move onto the Ducklings’ Race, before the final of the Business Duck Race. These “big” ducks are decorated by local businesses, charities, schools and children’s groups and it is fantastic to see the effort that goes into decorating them all.

After the big duck races have concluded, we move on to the main event; 3,500 little yellow ducks race down the river towards the finish line at the Wharf.

On the Wharf Gardens there will be a number of community based stalls, for visitors to look around and enjoy.