88th FirstEnergy All-American Soap Box Derby World Championships

Schedule

Sat Jul 18 2026 at 07:00 am to 07:00 pm

UTC-04:00
Location

Derby Downs Drive | Akron, OH

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Get ready for epic downhill racing fun at the 88th FirstEnergy All-American Soap Box Derby World Championships!
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88th FirstEnergy All-American Soap Box Derby World Championships

Get ready for some high-speed, gravity-powered fun at the 88th FirstEnergy All-American Soap Box Derby World Championships! This exciting in-person event gathers the best 300 young local & rally champions from around the globe to compete in their sleek, homemade soap box derby cars. Feel the thrill of the hill, cheer for your favorite driver, and enjoy a day full of laughter, competition, and community spirit. Don't miss out on this classic American tradition!

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Derby Downs Drive, 789 Derby Downs Drive, Akron, United States

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USD 12.51 to USD 33.85

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