GET READY FOR FUN
What to Expect
RVA Duck Fest is a free community festival designed to be welcoming, inclusive, and fun for everyone. From local partners and sensory-friendly spaces to games, entertainment, food, and prizes, every corner of has something waiting to be discovered!
Festival Areas & Experiences
Duck Central
Sponsored by 12 On Your Side
- Pick up souvenir ducks, t-shirts and Flagstop Carwash coupon included in your raffle entries purchase
- Purchase additional raffle tickets and souvenirs before the grand prize drawing (sales close at 5:00pm)
- Pick up a paper program with the event schedule, booth descriptions, and festival map
Chuck-a-Duck Contest
Test your aim with this brand-new Duck Fest game! Participants will gather at the edge of the field and chuck rubber ducks at targets to win prizes – including three Golden Eggs for the sharpest shooters! Ducks can be purchased onsite at the Chuck-a-Duck tent near Duck Central.
Sensory-Friendly Spaces
Duck Disco
Sponsored by Genworth | CareScout
Dance to your own beat at Duck Fest's sensory-friendly silent disco! This inclusive, high-traffic experience invites guests to move, connect, and enjoy music in a fun and welcoming environment.
Sensory Zones
Sponsored by Mosaic Pediatric Therapy
Designed with accessibility in mind, our Sensory Zones feature interactive activities designed to engage attendees of all ages through hands-on play, creativity, and sensory exploration.
Quiet Zone
Need a moment away from the excitement? The Quiet Zone provides a calmer environment where guests can relax, recharge, and return to the festivities at their own pace.
VIP Area
Sponsored by Vistra
A private, dedicated space for the incredible sponsors and supporters who help to make the event happen!
Cooling Zone
Sponsored by Flagstop Car Wash
Beat the heat at the Cooling Zone, featuring refreshing misting stations to cool off and recharge throughout the day.
Quest Pavillion
Sponsored by Allianz Partners
Ready for an adventure? Complete the Duck Quest scavenger hunt by exploring different areas around the stadium, and stop by the Quest Pavillion for a special prize!
Even More to Discover
Fresh Eats & Treats
Come hungry! You'll find plenty of tasty options to keep your flock fueled all afternoon long.
Live Music & Entertainment
Enjoy live music from local artists, more moments with Waddles, and other special guests!
Local Community Resources
Discover new supports and programs from our festival exhibitors and local community partners.
Collectible Souvenirs
Keep the quack going all year with the commemorative event tee – paired with a matching souvenir duck!
Festival Exhibitors
Discover new supports and programs from our festival exhibitors: local providers, sponsors, and community partners! Each booth with an activity will have a Sensory Guide chart letting you know which senses will be engaged: sound, touch, sight, smell, and taste.
Bach to Rock
Best Buddies International
Beyond Boundaries
BilinguaTherapy
Blue Octopus Consulting
Bridge9 Theater
Camp Hanover
Children's Museum of Richmond
DePaul Community Resources
Friends of Kat Simons Foundation
Great Wolf Lodge
Hanover Project Lifesaver
Henrico Community Services Board
Home, Healthcare & Healing Services LLC
INclude
Jacob's Chance
Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden
Medical Home Plus
New Agenda
PEATC - Parent Educational Advocacy Training Center
RAE's Homes
REACH
Richmond Sheriff's Project Lifesaver
River City Inclusive Gym
Science Museum of Virginia
Scottish Rite Childhood Language Center
SOAR365
The Fox Moon Farm Project
The Neuroaffirming Coach
VCU Family & Youth Research Network
VCU Training and Technical Assistance Center
Virginia Down Syndrome Association
Vision of Grace
Join Us as an Exhibitor!
We'd love to have you! For more information about joining as a festival exhibitor, please contact Katie Putnam, Community Events Coordinator, at katie.putnam@ascv.org.
Festival exhibitors are local businesses, nonprofits, and organizations that engage with attendees through interactive booths, activities, resources, and giveaways. It's an opportunity to connect directly with thousands of festivalgoers from our Richmond community in a fun, family-friendly setting.
RVA Duck Fest brings together thousands of families and community members from across Central Virginia! By joining as an exhibitor, you'll have the opportunity to:
- Increase brand awareness
- Connect with families and community members (potential new clients or customers)
- Share products, services, or resources
- Build relationships with other organizations
- Demonstrate your commitment to inclusion and our acceptance of our local autism community
Not at all! While many of our exhibitors serve the autism community, we welcome organizations from a wide range of industries that want to engage with families and support an inclusive community event.
For more information about joining as a festival exhibitor, please contact Katie Putnam, Community Events Coordinator, at katie.putnam@ascv.org.
General Event Info
All the important information you'll need to plan the perfect Duck Fest visit!
Lucky Duck Raffle
Play your luck right, and you just might walk away with the $10,000 grand prize. It's anyone's game!
Frequently Asked Questions
Have questions about the raffle, venue, or anything else? Check out our FAQs for more information!
