Emerald Coast Duck Regatta

Benefiting Sacred Heart Hospital, the around 3,000 rubber ducks will set sail across the Lagoon on Saturday, Oct. 19 during the 9th annual Emerald Coast Duck Regatta in the heart of the Village of Baytowne Wharf. Prizes will be awarded to the owners of the first ducks to cross the finish line, which includes the $5,000 first place prize. Family-friendly activities like a scavenger hunt and face painting will follow the race. To adopt a duck, visit the Sacred Heart Hospital Gift Shop in Miramar Beach, online or at Baytowne Wharf the day of the event. Adopt one duck for $10, three for $27, six for $50 or 12 for $100.