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Holmfirth Duck Race 2025

About the event

11:00 am
Gala opens on the Sands Recreation Grounds

2:00 pm
Ducks are launched in the centre of Holmfirth

3:00 pm - 3:30 pm ish
The ducks start crossing the finishing line. Timings fully depend on water levels and the speed of the river. Why not have a go on the rides or grab some food whilst waiting.

4:30 pm
Gala closes on the Sands.


In 1984, a crowd of nervous little yellow chaps gathered in Holmfirth. Little did they know that they would be starting a tradition that would be recognised and, dare we say, beloved by people the world over.

That’s right folks; it’s time again for the Holmfirth Duck Race!

After last years successful event we thought we'd give this whole race thing another go and subject ourselves to another year of the yellow racing phenomenon.

The event is always held on the first Sunday in July, what can we say it's a bit of local tradition!

Our street teams will be out and about a few weeks prior to the event selling tickets and taking Quackers the fluffy duck for his morning walk. They’d love your encouragement too.

Good luck to all of our quackers and backers!

Please click on the link under Further Information for more details, and to buy a duck.

Dates and venues

Further information

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Themes

Charity and fundraising Events designed to raise money for charity - volunteer helpers are often welcome.
Children up to age 12 (including family events and pantomimes) Events suitable for children up to around aged 12, also family events.
Festivals and galas Kirklees has a rich tapestry of festivals of all kinds, which take place throughout the year especially in summer. In this theme we also list Christmas events and bonfires nearer the time.