One of Bradford on Avon’s most popular Bank Holiday traditions is back as the Bradford on Avon Duck Race returns for another fun-filled family day by the river.

Bradford on Avon Duck Race 2026

• Date: Monday 25th May 2026
• Time: 10am - 1pm
• Main race: Ducks launched at 12pm
• Location: Westbury Garden, 50 St Margarets Street, Bradford on Avon, BA15 1DE
• Price: Free to attend

Hundreds of visitors are expected to gather once again for this much-loved annual event, where individually sponsored ducks are launched from the town bridge before floating downstream through the heart of Bradford on Avon.

The ducks are then collected further along the river by the canoe team, with plenty of cheering, excitement and friendly competition along the way.

Ducks can be sponsored in local shops and pubs around the town, or purchased on the day from 10am in Westbury Garden.

Prizes

• 1st Prize: £150 worth of children’s swimming lessons from Puddle Ducks
• 2nd Prize: Two lifestyle cushions from Dible & Roy
• 3rd Prize: Afternoon cream tea for two at The Bridge Tea Rooms
• Random Lucky Duck Prize: £30 voucher for Pipit Bakery
• Business Duck Race Prize: Trophy plus tickets to see Sam Lee at Wiltshire Music Centre, including complimentary drinks

With riverside views, community spirit and plenty of family fun, the Bradford on Avon Duck Race is a fantastic way to spend the Bank Holiday Monday.