Random Rippling - Broad Ripple Duck Race
posted: Jun. 12, 2025
The annual Broad Ripple Duck Race and 5k Run was held on June 7, 2025. There were tents set up along Guilford Avenue around the Rainbow Bridge over the canal.
The Duck Race started on the canal at the Monon Trail bridge at 12:30 pm and finished at the walking bridge by College Avenue.
The first three ducks at the finish were:
- 1st Duck #230 Thomas P.
- 2nd Duck #1342 Tara D.
- 3rd Duck #1588 Andrew K.
Union Jack food truck on Guilford
Tents along Guilford
Shoe painting at the Kicasso Sneaker Art Bar tent
Broad Ripple State Farm
Map of the event
Team Rehabilitation
The duck handlers are ready on the Monon Trail bridge
Ducks Ready!
In they go!
The currents forced the ducks to the south bank for a bit
Under the Rainbow Bridge
Spectators on Rainbow Bridge
Real duck spectators are curious
The winner is scooped up!