A kayaker makes sure the ducks stay in line during Duck Derby 2025.
The 27th annual Duck Derby on Lake Lanier helped raise thousands of dollars for the Boys & Girls Clubs of Lanier, although the final figure won’t be known for a few weeks.
The funds will help support the club’s ongoing mission of providing life-changing programs to the children of Hall, Habersham and Forsyth counties.
In early May spectators gathered at Lake Lanier Olympic Park to watch the 25,000 rubber ducks race down the lake to the finish line, for a chance to win $10,000 and other prizes.
“We are truly grateful to the community for all the support of our efforts and for attending one of our largest events of the year, even with rain in the forecast,” said Chief Executive Officer of the Boys & Girls Clubs of Lanier Steve Mickens. “The turnout was beyond amazing, and we appreciate everyone that bought a duck, our sponsors, vendors and anyone who donated to our cause. Without you, none of this would be possible.”
Fun games, food trucks, a petting zoo, face painting, vendors and live entertainment helped to create an afternoon of fun.
Winners of the prizes were Richard Bennett, J Alexander, Michelle Hall, Bill Benson, Sherry S., Jesse Wheeler, Bobby Shoemaker, Justin Odom, Deana Jordan, and Beth Pelaccio.
Photo: by Boys & Girls Clubs of Lanier
