Welcome to the New Berlin Soap Box Derby!
Driver Registration Now Open!
Written by Registration Chairman May 15, 2012
The New Berlin Soap Box Derby Commission invites your participation in the
48th ANNUAL NEW BERLIN SOAP BOX DERBY
Race day is Sunday, September 9th, 2012
New Berlin residents between the ages of 6 and 16 can design, build, and race their own cars down our 1,000-foot long, 3-lane, paved track. Cars are sponsored by local businesses, as well as by businesses and race fans from around the United States. Finalists in each class compete for trophies, great prizes, and a chance to win the coveted "Champion of Champions" award.
2012 Special Race for Special Kids
Written by Special Race Chairman April 19, 2012
28th Anniversary
New Berlin Soap Box Derby
SPECIAL RACE FOR SPECIAL KIDS
Sponsored by
Oconomowoc Residential Programs & Pantheon Industries
Boy Scout Troop 41 and New Berlin Soap Box Derby will conduct the 28th annual race for children with special needs. The race is run on the same day as the regular race. The cars, which are provided, are equipped with dual controls to allow a second driver (Boy Scout) to assist if necessary.
WHO MAY ENTER - all special children with a physical and /or cognitive challenge who live in New Berlin, or attend New Berlin schools, or attend Hoover Elementary, or attend S.N.A.P.
2012 S Class Flyer 2012 Queen Contest
Written by Queen Committee May 07, 2012
CONTEST OPENS MAY 15, 2012
ELIGIBILITY: To compete in the New Berlin Soap Box Derby Queen contest, you must be a female between the ages of 6 and 16 years, inclusive, with a birthday as of August 1st, 2012, and be a resident of the City of New Berlin.
THE WINNER: The Queen will receive a trophy and prizes, and participate in ceremonies during the 47th annual New Berlin Soap Box Derby races. This year's event will be held on Sunday, September 9, 2012, at our track in Valley View Park, 5150 S. Small Rd. The Queen may also represent the Derby in the New Berlin 4th of July parade and other public events.
DEADLINE: Entries must be received by August 1st, 2012.
Promotional Video
Below is a promotional video from 2001 with additional information regarding the New Berlin Soap Box Derby. At least one main detail has changed: Racers up to 16 years old can now race.
The video is approximately 13 minutes.
Please contact us if you would like more information regarding the Derby.
Where is the race track located?
Written by Administrator March 19, 2008
The racetrack is located on the west side of Valley View Park in New Berlin. Entrance to the park is at 5100 S. Small Rd., approx. one block south of the corner of Beloit Rd. and Small Rd.
Reminder: Small Rd. is no longer open to Moorland Rd. You must enter from Beloit Rd.
