Duck
Parade
In support of Stop Darmkanker vzw
From August 29 to October 4 2026 in Hasselt
All about Duck Parade
It's Ducking Amazing
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XXL ducks bring colour to Hasselt during the fourth edition of Duck Parade!
From August 29 to October 4, Duck Parade returns to Hasselt city centre and Quartier Bleu. Discover artist-designed XXL ducks at eleven locations, each with its own story. This year, proceeds from the event and the auction will support Stop Darmkanker vzw.
Follow the Duck Walk to discover all 11 creations and complete an entry form for a chance to win one of 20 prizes, including a gold Duck Bracelet set with diamonds. The Duck Shop also returns to the Affordable Art Gallery on Gelatineboulevard.
There is also plenty to experience alongside the Duck Walk , with entertainment, music, and children's activities. This makes Duck Parade once again a colorful city festival that brings people together and makes a valuable contribution to Stop Darmkanker VZW.
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Follow the Duck Walk to discover 11 artist-designed XXL ducks throughout Hasselt’s historic city centre and Quartier Bleu. Each duck has its own unique design and story.
Complete an entry form for a chance to win one of 20 prizes worth a total of €7,250, including a gold Duck Bracelet set with diamonds. You can find the full route below or in the Duck Parade brochure, available at the Visit Hasselt information desk.
For convenient, affordable parking, use the Blauwe Boulevard car park, accessible via the R71 and Herkenrodesingel.
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Follow The Ducks
Discover the Duck Walk
The Duck Shop
Duckorate Your home
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Want to take a piece of Duck Parade home? Visit the Duck Shop at Hannes Le Compte’s Affordable Art Gallery on Gelatineboulevard, opposite H&M.
Monday to Saturday, 11 am–6 pm
Pop into the Duck Shop and take your own piece of Duck Parade home.
There is so much to experience
Check out The
Duck-Events
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Duck Parade is more than a colourful trail featuring 11 artist-designed XXL ducks. Beyond the Duck Walk, there’s plenty for visitors of all ages to enjoy.
Explore the programme and add your favourite activities to your calendar!
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Fireworks
Hasselt Funfair kicks off
Saturday, September 19, 2026
Hasselt Funfair kicks off with a spectacular fireworks display over the Kanaalkom. A colourful spectacle for all ages.
XXL duck auction
For a good cause
To be announced
After Duck Parade, the artist-designed XXL ducks will be auctioned, with all proceeds going to Stop Darmkanker vzw. A unique opportunity to take home a work of art while supporting a good cause.
Duck EXPO
Artistic Ducks
To be announced
A unique exhibition featuring all the ducks from the Duck Walk, alongside new Duck Family Members.
Art Workshops
By Yves Bynens
To be announced
Get creative at the Art Workshops with artist Yves Bynens. An inspiring experience where imagination, colour and experimentation take centre stage.
More than 20 years of Duck Parade
From Japan to Hasselt
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Duck Parade began more than 20 years ago with an idea from Japanese entrepreneur Harue Koyama. Inspired by the colourful mandarin duck, she created a concept centred on joy, connection and happiness.
The familiar rubber duck has since inspired a parade of artist-designed XXL ducks that bring streets and squares to life. Each has its own colours and story, yet all belong to the same parade.
