Enjoy a fun-filled Good Friday at The Quays Easter Duck Race, with family fun and the chance to win prizes.

Head to Salford Watersports Centre for the 11th annual Easter Duck Race from MedEquip4Kids. Sponsor a duckling, cheer it on as it races to victory and enjoy a lively afternoon by the water with family and friends.

This popular charity event helps raise money to support babies and children in hospital, making it a fun Easter outing with an important cause behind it.

Salford Quays Easter Duck Race 2026

Date: Friday 3rd April 2026

Location: Salford Watersports Centre

Event opens: 12:30pm

Races start: 3:00pm

Cost: £2.50 per duckling

Corporate entry: £280 per mega duck

What to expect:

• Watch sponsored ducklings race for victory

• Chance to win fantastic prizes

• Corporate Mega Duck Race featuring larger ducks sponsored by local businesses

• A fun, family-friendly Good Friday atmosphere

On-the-day duck sales close at 2:30pm, and online sales are not available on the day, so it’s worth buying your duck in advance or from the concourse before the cut-off.