Akron Press Club at the Soap Box Derby

On your mark, get set, go! Race on over to Derby Downs with the Akron Press Club! Join us for a special event at the Soap Box Derby on June 30, 2026.
The event will feature remarks from Dennis VanFossen Jr., president and CEO of Soap Box Derby, just weeks ahead of the 88th annual FirstEnergy All-American Soap Box Derby. There will be an opportunity for questions from the audience. Attendees will also have the chance to race down the derby hill!
Tickets are $35 and include admission and boxed lunch. Attendees can pay $10 more to ride down the derby hill.