Welcome to the New Berlin Soap Box Derby!
2013 Driver Registration Now Open!
The New Berlin Soap Box Derby Commission invites your participation in the
49th ANNUAL NEW BERLIN SOAP BOX DERBY
Race day is Sunday, September 8th, 2013
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.
Entry fee is $5.00 per driver.
Online registration is once again available this year.
Everyone is encouraged to register online!
Registration forms, "Driver & Event Rules" and "Racecar Specifications" will be available approximately May 15th at the New Berlin Parks & Rec. Dept. (City Hall, 3805 S Casper Dr), New Berlin True Value Hardware (15300 W National Ave), as well as on our website.
These rules and specifications show how to build your car, there's a suggested materials list, and explains the rules for running of the event.
Check out our FAQ section on our website for more information. Don't see a question you would like answered? Contact Us and we will answer all your questions.
On race day, each driver receives a special Derby t-shirt, gets their photo taken with their car, and gets a minimum of four runs down the track.
The Awards Night ceremonies take place two weeks after race day. The photos taken on race day will be available for pickup at Awards Night.
2013 Queen Contest
CONTEST OPENS MAY 15, 2013
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, 2013, and be a resident of the City of New Berlin or the daughter or female dependent of a New Berlin Soap Box Derby Commission member.
THE WINNER: The Queen will receive a trophy and prizes, and participate in ceremonies during the 49th annual New Berlin Soap Box Derby races. This year's event will be held on Sunday, September 8, 2013, 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, 2013.
2012 Promotional Video
Below is our 2012 promotional video with additional information regarding the New Berlin Soap Box Derby.
The video is approximately 8 minutes. (There is no sound.)
Please contact us if you would like more information regarding the Derby.
Where is the race track located?
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.
