Montague Soapbox Races!
Sunday, September 27th, 2026 at noon
Unity Park hill, 1st Street, Turners Falls, MA
Three age brackets:
8-12 yrs old (kids)
13-19 yrs old (teens)
20+ yrs old (adults)
2024 RACE RESULTS >>
Basic rules: home made carts; minimum three wheels; one rider. No motors or any form of propulsion.
- Full Race Details -- Race Rules
- Info about: Racers, Vehicles and Spectators.
- Info for: Vendors, Sponsors and Advertisers.
- RACER Check In Information
This event is a fundraiser for the Montague Parks & Rec Department.
LOOKING FOR VOLUNTEERS!! -- The Montague Soapbox Derby needs volunteers on race day to help set up the race track, check in racers, crew on the television production, and more! Sign up using the volunteer form, below.
BUILD A SOAP BOX DERBY CAR
A Fun and Educational Project for Your Family, School, or Troop!
Building and racing a gravity-fed car is a STEAM project (science, technology, engineering, art and math) and a healthy outdoor activity that everyone can enjoy.
All cars have the same basic considerations: the front and rear axles, frame, seating, steering and brakes. The following information will show you how to build a basic gravity-fed car safely and inexpensively, but it’s up to YOU to add your own brand of creativity!
- 7 Step Easy Soap Box Derby Car Build Under $50
- Nick Hunter, captain of 2019's UK champions, reveals his tricks and tips for building a dream machine.
- Or buy an axel kit and template for about $100 at Derby GOKIT
NEED SOME INSPIRATION?
There are dozens of “how to build a soapbox cart” videos on YouTube!
Racer Quote…
Thank you for making this race a part of our community again! From collecting sponsorship, to building the cart, it has been a blast for my daughter Shayla and I. You guys bringing something to the community that everyone can rally around and show local pride is just fantastic. We can't wait!
- Cameron Freeland, Gill, MA
Montague Soapbox Events
Montague Soapbox Race News
Montague Soapbox 2025 Race CANCELLED
Committee plans to reconvene in the fall to discuss next year
Posted: 2025-04-15
Montague Soapbox Committee Planning 2025 Race
Help spitball ideas to expanded village participation and enthusiasm for this iconic event
Posted: 2025-01-15
Seventh Annual Montague Soapbox Race
To be held at Unity Park in Turners Falls, MA, Sunday, June 2nd, 2024
Posted: 2023-04-06
2022 Montague Soapbox Races Results
Glorious day of gravity racing in Turners Falls
Posted: 2022-09-19