Greater Minden Chamber

06/11/2026

Come out to Bites & Beats and get your 8th Annual Duck Derby Extravaganza tickets!

Our Board Member, Zita Williams, is here ready to serve! 💛 We’ll be here until 7pm!

06/11/2026

Three Little B’s will have the cutest duck treats this weekend!

You’ll notice these little 🐤 on some of the cupcakes, make sure you check the bottom if you get a ducky 😉 if yours has a star, bring it back to the cupcake cart on Saturday for a free cupcake! 🧁

We also have
Banana Pudding Pints
Burger Cupcakes
Cookie Fries
🤩🤩🤩🤩🤩

06/11/2026

Be sure to stop by and get a picture with “ The Greater Quacker” Duck this weekend! He’ll have his patriotic hat on and will be feeling extra festive! 🦆 💛

The 8th Annual Duck Derby Extravaganza presented by The Mosaic Company will race at 7pm Saturday night in Downtown Minden.

Online ticket sales will stop at 11:59pm Friday, June 10th. Get those here: https://greatermindenchamber.com/duckderby/

We’ll also be set up selling tickets all weekend (starting tonight) until we sell out! We’re looking forward to a weekend full of celebrations and fun!

8th Annual Minden Duck Derby Extravaganza presented by The Mosaic Company

06/11/2026

Kick the weekend off TONIGHT at Miller Quarters Park for Bites & Beats! ❤️🤍💙

We will be set up selling Duck Derby tickets if you want to stop by and get yours before they sell out! 💛

Tonight starts the kickoff of the 250/190 Anniversary Celebration festivities with Bites & Beats at Miller Quarters Park featuring live music with Therah Newman, kids activities like a water slide and foam party (reminder to bring towels for the kids), The Great American Cookout featuring hamburgers by Fat Guys Catering, and vendor pop ups with Shug’s Minden, Bros Lemonade, Woo's Daiquiri, and Harris Corner Snow cones.

The fun starts at 5pm! We hope to see you there!

06/11/2026

‼️Street Closure Notice‼️

Plan accordingly over the next few days when visiting downtown. Preparations will be taking place to ensure our community and visitors has a great festival experience! ❤️🤍💙

06/10/2026

8th Annual Minden Duck Derby Extravaganza presented by The Mosaic Company

This event wouldn't be possible without the help of some amazing community supporters. Their generosity helps us create a fun, family-friendly event while supporting the programs and initiatives that strengthen the Greater Minden area all year long.

Special thanks to:
⭐ Presenting Sponsor – The Mosaic Company
⭐ Duck Drop Sponsor – Kyle Towns Services LLC
⭐ Finish Line Sponsor – My b1BANK
⭐ Duck Supporter Sponsor – Bonvenu Bank

Join us Saturday, June 13 at 7:00 PM in Downtown Minden as thousands of rubber ducks race to the finish line during our America 250 / Minden 190 celebration and Grilling on Main festivities!

🎟️ Duck Derby tickets are still available:
🐥 1 Duck – $5
🐥 Quack Pack (5 Ducks) – $20
🐥 Quacker's Dozen (12 Ducks) – $50
🐥 Flock of Ducks (25 Ducks) – $100

Online ticket sales will end at 11:59pm Friday, June 12th. Don't wait too long - get yours today!
Get your ducks here: https://greatermindenchamber.com/duckderby/

06/10/2026

TODAY is the LAST day to sign up your teams for Grilling on Main this weekend! Gather your team, fire up the smoker, and get ready to compete for cash prizes, bragging rights, and the coveted Grand Champion belt.
Don't miss your chance to be part of one of the biggest events of the summer!
https://app.seemylegacy.com/community/2484/campaign/8502

TODAY is the LAST day to sign up your teams for Grilling on Main this weekend! Gather your team, fire up the smoker, and get ready to compete for cash prizes, bragging rights, and the coveted Grand Champion belt.

Don't miss your chance to be part of one of the biggest events of the summer!
https://app.seemylegacy.com/community/2484/campaign/8502

06/10/2026

FYI

Boil Advisory: Repairs are being made to the water tower after wind damage occurred, Per Louisiana Department of Health guidelines, the City of Minden has issued a Boil Advisory for all City of Minden water customers. The advisory will be rescinded as soon as possible.

06/09/2026

Are you ready for the Minden's 190th Anniversary & America's 250 Birthday Celebration + Grilling on Main 2026 + 8th Annual Minden Duck Derby Extravaganza presented by The Mosaic Company? We hope you are, because it's time to celebrate! ❤️🤍💙

Timeline:
Thursday, June 11th
5-7PM - Bites and Beats at Miller Quarters Park

Friday, June 12th
6PM - Official Kickoff Ceremony
6:30 PM – Co****le Tournament & Little Grillers Competition, Shopping and Food Vendors open up for business, Kids Area opens, Beer Garden opens
7-8PM - Live Music with the Jimmy Wooten Band
8-9PM - Live Music with the Mojo Band

Saturday:
8AM: Run Minden on Main Patriotic 5K Race
9AM – 5K Awards Ceremony
10AM – 250/190 Ceremony with the Collaring of the Pet Mayor and performances by Marie's School of Dance
11AM - 1PM – People’s Choice Tasting for Grilling on Main
1:30 - 2:30PM - Live Music with the Josh Love Band
2:30 - 3:30PM - Live Music with the Beaux Atkins Band
4PM - 6PM – • Kids Patriotic Parade, Celebrity Watermelon Seed Spitting Contest, Hot Dog Eating Contest, Best Patriotic Costume Award
6PM – 7PM – Grilling on Main Awards Ceremony
7PM - 8PM – The Greater Minden Chamber's Duck Derby
Tickets available here: https://greatermindenchamber.com/duckderby/
7PM - 8PM - Live Music with The Accountants Band
8PM - 9:30PM- Live Music with Trini Triggs
9:30PM - Fireworks Show

Let's show everyone what makes Minden such a special place to call home so make plans to join the fun this weekend!

06/09/2026

The 8th Annual Minden Duck Derby Extravaganza presented by The Mosaic Company wouldn't be complete without some extra special treats at Brick Street Coffee!

Just over here getting our ducks in a row for this weekend! Can’t wait! We’re going to be open late on Saturday night so you can enjoy your Brick Street Coffee treats right up until 9pm!