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Duck Waddle 5k

Sat, Jun 20, 2026, 8:00 AM CDT

Location
Ozark, MO
1 North River Side Rd, 65721
Type
RUN
Official registration

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At a glance

A scenic 5K and Beer Mile in Ozark, MO, featuring a pancake breakfast and a chance to win big in the quirky Finley River Duck Race.

  • Fun
  • Scenic
  • Competitive
  • Quirky

Great for: casual, fun-first runners, runners who like a competitive edge

Less ideal for: walkers-only pacing

The Duck Waddle 5K invites you to a unique morning in Ozark, MO, combining a scenic, flat run with playful post-race activities. Enjoy a complimentary pancake breakfast after your 5K, or challenge yourself with the Beer Mile. Pre-registered runners receive a custom bib and a special entry into the Finley River Duck Race, offering a chance to win significant prizes, including a new vehicle. It's a delightful blend of running, community, and a dash of quirky fun.

What to expect

  • Run a scenic, flat 5K course along the Finley River.
  • Enjoy a complimentary pancake breakfast after your race.
  • Opt for the 21+ Beer Mile and enter the unique Duck Race with prize opportunities.

Standout details

  • Scenic, flat 5K course
  • Post-race pancake breakfast
  • Beer Mile (21+)
  • Finley River Duck Race with big prizes

Auto-drafted from the public listing — confirm details on the official event page before signing up.

Distances & registration

3 options

Registration for all distances is through the official signup link above.

  • Duck Waddle 5k

    Sat, Jun 20, 8:00 AM CDT · From $32.80

    Opens Jan 21, 2026, 8:50 AM CST · Closes Jun 10, 2026, 7:59 PM CDT

  • 1 mile fun run

    Sat, Jun 20, 8:00 AM CDT · From $27.50

    Opens Jan 21, 2026, 8:50 AM CST · Closes Jun 10, 2026, 7:59 PM CDT

  • Samuel Adams Beer Mile

    Sat, Jun 20, 9:00 AM CDT · From $27.50

    Opens Jan 21, 2026, 10:14 AM CST · Closes Jun 20, 2026, 7:59 PM CDT

The course

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From the organizer

Welcome to the Duck Waddle 5K

Packet Pick Up race morning June 20th from 6:45am to 7:45 at race site Finley River Park

Start and finish and the same location .... Middle of park on the main road in front of the Blue Sertoma Tent

We ask you please no head phones or ear buds while running and strollers / walkers / dogs on leash towards the back

To guarantee shirt sizes please register before June 6th and your name on custom Duck Waddle 5k Bib

BEER MILE 1 lap around the park 4 stations Sponsored by Samuel Adams Remastered Lager 9am must be 21 over to run

Start & finish at the beautiful Ozark City Park on the Finley River in Ozark.  Run a scenic, flat, 5K.  Stay for awards and prizes. Entry fee includes Duck Ticket pancake breakfast provided by Village Inn, T-shirt. Awards top finisher in each age group and overall male and female ..... Finisher medal to all runners

Pre registered runners will receive a Duck Race entry (10.00 value) and will be entered into the Duck Race and have a chance to win one of 40,000.00 in prizes including the new 2024 Chevy vehicle. Yes... you will have a yellow duck floating down The Finley River. This is only for pre registered runners up to June 5th and for T shirts / custom racing Duck Waddle 5k bib

Race starts at 8am with pancake breakfast to follow this is a free event for all runners.

Finisher medal for 200 runners

Age group awards

5k 1-7 8-10 11-14 15-19 20-29 30-39 40-49 50-59 60-69 70-79 80 +

1 mile is just a fun run runners will receive a finisher medal

To guarantee shirt sizes please register before June 5th

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