Download Official Great American Duck Race Logos - Great American Duck Race

Each year, The Great American Duck Race hires a local artist to bring to life our mascot duck adorned with theme attire and accessories. Here you can see the history of The Great American Duck Race in its artwork from it's establishment in 1980 to present day.

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A determined duck runs full stride in blue sneakers through the desert, sweating as he passes a prickly green cactus. The sky is clear behind him, and motion lines show his speed."

A duck in a green shirt and blue running shoes dives forward through a desert landscape, with a cactus nearby and a bright sun rising behind mountains. Text around the circular frame reads ‘Pure Water & Fast Ducks – The Great American Duck Race – Deming, New Mexico – World’s Richest Duck Race.’

A duck in red and blue races belly-down through desert brush with a determined face. Surrounded by gold stars, the text reads ‘The Great American Duck Race – IV – Deming.’

A racing duck sprints forward in red sneakers and blue gloves through an oval frame filled with floating red and blue stars. The bold title above reads ‘The Great American Duck Race’, with text circling the frame that says ‘Pure Water – Fast Ducks – Deming, New Mexico – Five’

A cartoon duck in a red striped shirt, blue boots, raises his fist in front of a large gold star labeled 'SIX'. The duck stands ready to race, with yucca behind him and the number '1985' beside him. Red and blue text arches around the star reading ‘Pure Water – Fast Ducks – The Great American Duck Race – Deming, N.M.’

A humorous rear view of a duck waddling away down a long stretch of road under a blue sky. The text reads ‘The Great American Duck Race – Deming, New Mexico – 1986.’

A sprinting duck dashes in front of Deming’s historic courthouse surrounded by five-point stars and framed in a diamond. Text reads ‘The Great American Duck Race – Pure Water and Fast Ducks – 1987 – Deming, New Mexico

A smiling duck in a red jersey with the number 10 poses with open arms. Surrounded by red and yellow ribbon banners, the text reads ‘Great American Duck Race – Tenth Anniversary – Pure Water, Fast Ducks – Deming, New Mexico – 1989.’

A cheerful duck in red and blue spreads his arms wide in front of a giant red, white, and blue star with fireworks bursting overhead. The text reads ‘Great American Duck Race – 1990 – 11th – Pure Water & Fast Ducks – Deming, NM.’

A patriotic duck in cowboy boots and hat holds a small American flag. He’s framed by a large golden star and surrounded by the text ‘The Great American Duck Race – 1991 – Deming, New Mexico – Pure Water and Fast Ducks.’

A duck dressed in blue reclines proudly in front of a purple diamond backdrop depicting a desert town skyline. The text reads ‘13th Great American Duck Race – Deming, New Mexico – 1992.’

A duck sprints forward with dust and feathers flying behind, framed by a bold turquoise, pink, and purple border in a Southwestern design. Text reads ‘Great American Duck Race – Deming, New Mexico – 1993.’

A duck hugs another duck lovingly beneath a New Mexico sunset, with red and green chili peppers on each side. Text reads ‘Great American Duck Race – 1995 – Deming, New Mexico – Sweet Sixteen.’

A cowboy duck in red rides a brown horse with one wing tipping his hat. The slogan reads ‘Ridin’ High’ with text: ‘Great American Duck Race – 18th – 1997 – Deming, NM.’

Two jousting ducks dressed as medieval knights clash on a field of stars. A red banner reads ‘King Arthur... Days of Old’. The outer text reads ‘Nineteenth Anniversary – Great American Duck Race – Deming, New Mexico – 1998.’

A duck races in red sneakers while a green turtle trails behind. Text reads ‘Great American Duck Race – 1999 – 20th’ with a ribbon below honoring William (Bill) McKinley, 1947-1998, in Deming, New Mexico.

A duck in a red flight suit and yellow helmet rides a silver flying saucer past the Earth and stars. The text below reads ‘Deming, NM – Great American Duck Race of Deming, Inc. – 2000.’

A duck in a plaid shirt tips a cowboy hat with a grin. Surrounded by bold stars, the text reads ‘2001 The Great American Duck Race of Deming – Ducktown, U.S.A.’

A duck slides down a bright red water slide labeled ‘Wave of Fun’, splashing into a pool at the bottom. Surrounded by a circular border, text reads ‘Great American Duck Race – 2002 – Deming, NM – XXIII.’

A duck in patriotic attire proudly waves an American flag. The design is shaped like military dog tags and labeled ‘Heroes of America – 2003 Great American Duck Race – 24th Annual – Deming, New Mexico.’

A jubilant duck in red sneakers runs in front of a giant silver ‘25th’, surrounded by event highlights like pageant, parade, hot air balloons, and live duck race. Text reads ‘2004 Great American Duck Race – Deming, New Mexico.’

A smiling duck in a red shirt and sneakers stands in front of a globe encircled by stars. Text reads ‘The Great American Duck Race – 2005 – 26th – One World, One Duck Race – Deming, New Mexico.’

A ringmaster duck stands in front of a red and white circus tent, waving a golden cane and surrounded by stars. A balloon displays the year 2006. Text reads ‘Great American Duck Race – 28th Anniversary – Deming, New Mexico.’

A cheerful duck in a red jacket stands beneath a glowing movie theater marquee, holding a film director’s clapperboard labeled ‘Take 28’. Text reads ‘2007 Great American Duck Race – It’s Showtime – Deming, New Mexico.’

A cowboy duck in overalls and a straw hat walks along a wooden fence with a sign reading ‘Gone Country’. Text reads ‘29th Annual Great American Duck Race – 2008 – Deming, New Mexico.’

A duck dressed like Elvis Presley rocks out with a red electric guitar under a spotlight. Text reads ‘Rock N Roll Great American Duck Race – Celebrating 30 Years – 1980 to 2009 – Deming, New Mexico.’

A pirate duck with a hat and eyepatch stands atop a cannon with a parrot on his shoulder. Behind him is a ship’s wheel. Text reads ‘Great American Duck Race – 31st Annual – Deming, New Mexico – 2010.’

Two superhero ducks stand proudly in front of an American flag--one dressed like Superman and the other like Batman, with Spider-Man hanging from above. The theme reads ‘Great American Duck Race, Volume 32 – Super Heroes – Deming, New Mexico.’

A duck in a bowler hat and cane dances across a New Mexico license plate that reads ‘NM 100 – Great American Duck Race – Centennial 1912-2012 – Deming, NM USA – 33rd.

A duck drives a vintage red race car, waving a checkered flag with a big smile. Text reads ‘Great American Duck Race – Deming, NM – Racing Through the Years – 2013.’

A duck in a toga runs with an Olympic torch in front of a Greek-style temple. Olive branches frame the image, with text reading ‘35th Great American Duck Race – Deming, New Mexico – 2014 – Racing for the Gold.

A cartoon duck in a Flintstones-style tunic runs through a dense green jungle holding a scroll. Text reads ‘36th Great American Duck Race – 2015 – Deming, NM.’

A duck rides a steam train labeled ‘2017 – 38th’ across wooden rails, with coal flying out the back. Bold red and blue text reads ‘Great American Duck Race – Race the Rails – Deming, NM.’

A duck dressed as an astronaut soars through space with stars, planets, and galaxies around him. Bold text reads ‘40th – Racing Through the Stars – The Great American Duck Race – Deming, NM – 2019.’

2020 – Puttin’ on the Ritz – Flapping to Victory
A sophisticated duck from the 1920s era drives a vintage convertible car, leaving behind a trail of feathers in its wake. Wearing a top hat and monocle, the duck exudes elegance and flair. The background features Art Deco elements, capturing the glitz and glamour of the Roaring Twenties.

A duck wearing a face mask stands in front of a red circle with a track field in the background. The words ‘COVID’ are stamped across the circle, symbolizing the year’s pandemic. Text reads ‘Great American Duck Races – 2020 – 42nd Annual.’

2025 – Vegas Casino Duck – Press Your Luck, Race a Duck!
A confident duck dressed in a sharp tuxedo and bow tie stands amidst a vibrant Las Vegas backdrop. Neon lights, playing cards, and dice surround the duck, capturing the excitement of casino life. The duck holds a pair of dice, ready to roll, embodying the theme of chance and luck.