How to see the 'World’s Largest Rubber Duck' and her duckling in New York

NEW YORK (PIX11)— A giant plastic duck and her plastic duckling will be making their way to Rye, New York, to be displayed at Playland amusement park, a spokesperson for the theme park announced on Tuesday. 

Mama Duck, the “World’s Largest Rubber Duck,” is on a journey with her duckling to spread happiness and leave an unforgettable impact wherever they go, according to the Big Duck's website.

“We are thrilled to feature the Big Duck for our Second Annual Duck Days of Summer at Rye Beach,” said Evonne Keeler, chief executive officer of Playland. “Mama Duck brings her oversized love and joy around the world, and we are excited to have her swim up the Long Island Sound to Playland. All weekend, we will feature fun games, giveaways, photo ops, fireworks, and live music.” 

Mama Duck is scheduled to be at Playland from Friday, August 16, through Sunday, August 18. 

How to get there 

If you’re a New Yorker who wants to see Mama Duck and her duckling Timmy, you purchase a ferry ticket to Playland a ticket for $75. The ticket includes a roundtrip ferry ride and unlimited rides at Playland Amusement Park. The ferry route includes stops at East 34th and 90th Streets in Manhattan and Ferry Point in the Bronx.

More information and the ferry schedule can be found here.

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