The best gravity racers in the world ages 7-20 are coming to Akron to roll down the 989-foot Derby Downs Track at speeds of 30 mph in the FirstEnergy All-American Soap Box Derby World Championships.
The International Soap Box Derby has made a number of improvements to the track and more are in the works. Last year, the ISBD repaved the race track and installed a new sidewalk along the track. Signage was also added throughout the grounds. This year, the organization is expanding its science, technology, engineering and math programming for area students thanks to a $500,000 State of Ohio capital improvements grant, according to a news release.
“Going forward, Derby Downs becomes more appealing and efficient for Soap Box Derby participants, their families, race officials and other visitors,” ISBD President and CEO Mark Gerberich said in a news release. “In addition, these improvements will enable us to expand our education programs for STEM students from the Akron area, and elsewhere in Ohio and from other states.”. Tickets at the gate are $8.
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