Welcome to the
Oregon Soap Box Derby

From it’s beginning in 1951, Oregon Soap Box Derby Association has been teaching craftsmanship, perseverance, competition, tradition, and sportsmanship. Through the years Oregon has produced seven local world champions, one rally world champion, and many local and regional champions. With the dedicated hard work of volunteers and sponsors, Oregon Soap Box Derby continues to inspire youth and adults to build character and work together as a team.
Getting Started
Race Schedule
Soap Box Derby Track in Salem, OR

Oregon Soap Box Derby in Salem, Ore., welcomes you to the “greatest amateur racing program in the world!” We are very excited for the 2025 race season!

Please use our site for all things Derby! New and veteran racers can learn and read about:

  • Our program
  • How to get involved
  • Upcoming races and events
  • Or just browse our  library of pictures

AND if you are racing, check your current and past results right here.

Oregon Soap Box Derby is a Licensed Partner of the International Soap Box Derby® a nonprofit youth education and leadership development organization.”

Return to soapboxderby.org 

Race Schedule

Anyone between the ages of 7 and 20 years of age is eligible to compete.

Photo Gallery

Become a
Racer

Take part in the tradition of the Oregon Soap Box Derby – Get started with the program today to discover the excitement of gravity racing!

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