The committee overseeing the duck race has opened up invitations for non-profits and community organizations to participate in The Great Estes Park Rotary Duck Race of 2026.

As a participating organization in this year’s race, you are encouraged to have a presence at the event, by taking advantage of one of these options:

• Present at a Table near the finish line at the Estes Park Visitor’s Center –  A single 8′ table and two chairs is provided. You will need to provide the people, decoration and resources as needed to communicate your message. 

Assigned tables must be setup and staffed from 11am to 4pm.

• Participate In an Interview – Interviews may be arranged for interested organizations. A single representative should be prepared to briefly share the nature of your mission. Pre-recorded interviews will be edited and aired on Facebook on days leading up to race day.

To be eligible for participation in the duck race, organizations must directly benefit the Estes Valley community. Organizations and associations may either hold a valid 501c3 or 501c4 tax status with the U.S. Internal Revenue Service, or be deemed to benefit the local community as their primary mission.

Organizations that wish to participate must complete an online application and agree to the following:

• Earn at least $625 from duck adoptions in the 2026 race.
• Participate in the in the kickoff meeting at the American Legion on February 19, 2026 at 6:00 pm
• Supply one or more adult volunteer workers to assist with the Duck Race.

            Click here to Apply

Any organization participating in the 2026 race who fails to meet these requirements may be disqualified from participating in the next year’s race.

Complete the form below and indicate your preferred presence option as well as an alternate. Your presence option will be determined based on capacity available and timeliness of your request.