Abingdon Soap Box Derby Challenge
- Date
- September 5, 2026
- Location
- 127 W. Main St., Abingdon, VA
- Distance
- Other
From the Organizer
The Abingdon Soap Box Derby Challenge invites a wide range of participants, including local businesses, individuals, and educational groups, to showcase their creativity, engineering skills, and community spirit by building and racing their own soap box cars. This event will blend competitive racing with family-friendly entertainment and community engagement, while fostering valuable partnerships with local businesses and organizations.
Event Highlights
The derby will feature three race categories:
• Big Wheel Race: Open to ages 3-7, free registration required.
• Youth Division: Ages 8-15
• Grand Prix: Ages 16+ with a valid driver’s license
The competition will focus on creativity, speed, and finish line celebrations. Special awards include “Most Creative Design,” “Best Finish Line Celebration,” and “Fastest Car.” The First Place Overall Team will receive a trophy and a $500 Food City gift card, with additional category recognitions.
Events
Weather
Typical Conditions
It's too far out for a forecast, so here's what weather on this date is normally like in the area. A race day forecast will replace this as race week approaches.
Typical High
82°
Typical Low
58°
Chance of Rain
29%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Abingdon 3s, 3 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Abingdon, VA
City Elevation
2,091 ft
Nearest Airport
TRI
Tri-Cities Regional TN/VA Airport · 27 mi
Major Hub
CLT
Charlotte Douglas International Airport · 117 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
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Waiting For?
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Days to train
- Race
- Abingdon Soap Box Derby Challenge
- Date
- September 5, 2026
- Location
- 127 W. Main St., Abingdon, VA
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Abingdon Soap Box Derby Challenge?
- Abingdon Soap Box Derby Challenge is a running race held in Abingdon, Virginia on September 5, 2026. It is one of the many endurance events listed on Endurance Grid, a multi-sport endurance event calendar covering running races, triathlons, HYROX, and more endurance sports across the United States. Find more running races near you or explore our sports guides to learn what race day actually feels like.
- When and where is the Abingdon Soap Box Derby Challenge?
- Saturday, September 5, 2026 in Abingdon, Virginia at 127 W. Main St.. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Abingdon Soap Box Derby Challenge?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Abingdon Soap Box Derby Challenge
Sep 5, 2026