# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Abingdon Soap Box Derby
- **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 05 Sep, 2026 at 10:00 am – Sat, 05 Sep, 2026 at 03:00 pm (-04:00)
- **Event Description**: 🎶 Abingdon Soap Box Derby
📆 Event Date: Saturday, September 5, 2026
⏰ Time: 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
📍Location: Main Street - Partington Place to Pecan Street, Abingdon, Virginia, 24210

🏁 The Abingdon Soap Box Derby Returns to Main Street!
Get ready for a day of gravity-powered fun as the Second Annual Abingdon Soap Box Derby rolls into downtown Abingdon on Saturday, September 5, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Local businesses, families, youth, and community groups are invited to design, build, and race soap box cars down Main Street for a chance to earn bragging rights, trophies, and prizes. Whether you're competing or cheering from the sidelines, this family-friendly event promises creativity, excitement, and plenty of downhill thrills.

After the time trials, head to The Martha Washington Inn & Spa lawn for awards and a special live performance by Philip Bowen beginning at 2 p.m.

Race Categories:
• Big Wheel Track (Ages 3–7)
• Youth Division (Ages 8–15)
• Grand Prix (Ages 16+)

Event Schedule:
10:00 AM
Load-In & Racer Registration/Check-In Opens
10:30 AM
Youth Division Preliminary & Trial Runs
11:00 AM
Adult Division Preliminary & Trial Runs
11:00 AM
Big Wheel Track Opens for Youth Participants
12:00 PM
Youth Division Competition Begins
1:00 PM
Adult Division Competition Begins
2:00 PM
Soap Box Derby Awards & Winner Announcements
Live Music Featuring Phillip Bowen Band

This year, we're proud to partner with Feeding Southwest Virginia as they celebrate 45 years of serving our region. Attendees are encouraged to bring nonperishable food donations to support neighbors facing food insecurity across Southwest Virginia.

Registration is free and open now.

For registration, rules, and event details, visit https://runsignup.com/Race/VA/Abingdon/AbingdonSoapBoxDerbyChallenge
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/abingdon/abingdon-soap-box-derby/200030309956222
- **Event Categories**: music, sports, entertainment, contests, live-music, nonprofit
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 100

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Abingdon
- **state**: VA
- **country**: United States
- **location**: Partington Pl, Abingdon, VA 24210, United States
- **lat**: 36.71019
- **long**: -81.97458
- **full address**: Partington Pl, Abingdon, VA 24210, United States

## Event gallery

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  - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events4/banners/fa492700243870a1e9aae6c2c336411024976e3abd8baa69f121116592ed62aa-rimg-w1200-h675-dc98a8b8-gmir?v=1787235376

## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is Abingdon Soap Box Derby being held?
  - **A:** Abingdon Soap Box Derby takes place on Sat, 05 Sep, 2026 at 10:00 am to Sat, 05 Sep, 2026 at 03:00 pm at Partington Pl, Abingdon, VA 24210, United States.
- **Q**: Who is organizing Abingdon Soap Box Derby?
  - **A:** Abingdon Soap Box Derby is organized by Visit Abingdon VA.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** Abingdon Soap Box Derby is ideal for music lovers, fans of all genres, and anyone who wants to celebrate the power of music - from intimate gigs and live sessions to festivals and cultural performances. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Abingdon, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. With 100+ people already showing interest, this is clearly an event worth adding to your calendar - don't miss out.

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