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World’s Largest Rubber Duck Installation Recap
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The exhibit included a month-long lead-up with the 10-foot Baby Duck “Timmy” and 6 major event scheduled around the exhibit.
The installation was supported by six major sponsors: Clearwater Downtown Development Board, Spa Manufacturers LLC, Visit St. Pete-Clearwater, CGS Energy, Hampton Inn & Suites, and the Clearwater Marine Aquarium, providing a total of $44,505 in sponsorship funding.
Key outcomes included increased parking revenue (approximately double compared to the same period last year), major attendance at the Birthday Bash and Duck ’n’ Drive Jeep Invasion, and 441 participants in the Duck Dash 5K, generating over $17,000 in revenue.
The exhibit attracted significant regional and out-of-state visitation, received coverage from nearly all major local news outlets, and was featured in The Wall Street Journal. The installation supported local businesses and artisans and generated strong community engagement.