Greater Chicago Soap Box Derby

Greater Chicago Soap Box Derby October 4 & 5 Rally Race
2025-10-04 - 2025-10-05 | Naperville track, 1695 Frontenac Road, Naperville, IL, 60563, United States
FALL RALLY 10/4/2025 & 10/5/2025
Divisions: Stock, Super Stock, Masters
Race Fee: $30 per race if racing all 4 races, or $120 for the weekend, otherwise $35 per race. Make check payable to GCSBD. No cash please. New first time racers from the Chicago Local racing area cost is $10 per race for their 1st 12 months of racing.
New to soap box derby racing? Let us know you are coming and your child can use 1 of our cars to race for the day or the weekend. There is no charge to use the car, new 1st time Chicago racer fee is $10 for each race, we run 2 races each day. Not ready to start racing right away, stop by and take a test run to see what soap box derby racing is like.
Groupon coupons are only for new first time Chicago Local racers that do not have a rally ID assigned to their name.
Location of Track: We are racing on Frontenac Road and Diehl Road in Naperville, IL. Or use Google Maps and search for “Chicago soap box derby rally race“
Registration: Preregistration is required by Tuesday Prior to the race.
We accept checks made out to GCSBD or electronic payment via Venmo – Greater Chicago Soap Box Derby or Zelle, search for LesleeSennholtz@yahoo.com NO CASH PLEASE
Request for refunds must be submitted before the end of the race weekend or the 1st Tuesday of the following month. Request for refunds must be sent via email.
Race day app. Chicago is the only race city with a website to track your racing times.
Click to follow the race from your device. Race day App
Racers: Race day schedule
7:30am Scales and Registration open
8:15am Registration closes and heat pairings will be drawn at the registration table.
Please be present at that time if you want to see the pairings being drawn.
8:30am Drivers meeting and racing to begin at 9am
Times subject to change.
Spectators:
Racing starts around 9am. We are generally finished racing around 3pm. No charge for spectators.
You’re welcome to bring a lawn chair as there is no seating. There will be a porta potty on site and often we have a concession stand during lunchtime. When you enter the intersection of Diehl and Frontenac Road you will see the road closed signs. Just ease past the barricades and let someone know you are there to watch the race and they will direct you where to park.
If you have kids that are at least seven years old they are welcome to take a test run down the track in one of our cars. Just let someone know you’re interested in doing that.
Feel free to call or text 630-841-8832 if you have additional questions.

Greater Chicago Soap Box Derby September 6 & 7 Rally Race
2025-09-06 - 2025-09-07 | Naperville track, 1695 Frontenac Road, Naperville, IL, 60563, United States
FALL RALLY 9/6/2025 & 9/7/2025
Divisions: Stock, Super Stock, Masters
Race Fee: $30 per race if racing all 4 races, or $120 for the weekend, otherwise $35 per race. Make check payable to GCSBD. No cash please. New first time racers from the Chicago Local racing area cost is $10 per race for their 1st 12 months of racing.
New to soap box derby racing? Let us know you are coming and your child can use 1 of our cars to race for the day or the weekend. There is no charge to use the car, new 1st time Chicago racer fee is $10 for each race, we run 2 races each day. Not ready to start racing right away, stop by and take a test run to see what soap box derby racing is like.
Groupon coupons are only for new first time Chicago Local racers that do not have a rally ID assigned to their name.
Location of Track: We are racing on Frontenac Road and Diehl Road in Naperville, IL. Or use Google Maps and search for “Chicago soap box derby rally race“
Registration: Preregistration is required by Tuesday Prior to the race.
We accept checks made out to GCSBD or electronic payment via Venmo – Greater Chicago Soap Box Derby or Zelle, search for LesleeSennholtz@yahoo.com NO CASH PLEASE
Request for refunds must be submitted before the end of the race weekend or the 1st Tuesday of the following month. Request for refunds must be sent via email.
Race day app. Chicago is the only race city with a website to track your racing times.
Click to follow the race from your device. Race day App
Racers: Race day schedule
7:30am Scales and Registration open
8:15am Registration closes and heat pairings will be drawn at the registration table.
Please be present at that time if you want to see the pairings being drawn.
8:30am Drivers meeting and racing to begin at 9am
Times subject to change.
Spectators:
Racing starts around 9am. We are generally finished racing around 3pm. No charge for spectators.
You’re welcome to bring a lawn chair as there is no seating. There will be a porta potty on site and often we have a concession stand during lunchtime. When you enter the intersection of Diehl and Frontenac Road you will see the road closed signs. Just ease past the barricades and let someone know you are there to watch the race and they will direct you where to park.
If you have kids that are at least seven years old they are welcome to take a test run down the track in one of our cars. Just let someone know you’re interested in doing that.
Feel free to call or text 630-841-8832 if you have additional questions.

Chicago, IL
2025-05-31 | Naperville track, 1695 Frontenac Road, Naperville, IL, 60563, United States
Greater Chicago Soap Box Derby All American Local race, May 31, 2025
Boys and girls between the ages of 7 and 20 will be competing in gravity powered soap box derby cars. Chicago will feature the 3 core divisions, Stock, Superstock, and Masters. Winner in each division will qualify to compete in Akron, Ohio at the World Championship race.
Please register online at the link below. Registration and race fees must be received 2 weeks prior to race date
Registration form and race fees
Race will be held in Naperville, Illinois on Frontenac Road at Diehl Road.

Greater Chicago Soap Box Derby Spring Rally May 17 & 18, 2025
2025-05-17 - 2025-05-18 | Naperville track, 1695 Frontenac Road, Naperville, IL, 60563, United States
SPRING RALLY 5/17/2024 & 5/18/2025
Divisions: Stock, Super Stock, Masters
Race Fee: $30 per race if racing all 4 races, or $120 for the weekend, otherwise $35 per race. Make check payable to GCSBD. No cash please. New first time racers from the Chicago Local racing area cost is $10 per race for their 1st 12 months of racing.
New to soap box derby racing? Let us know you are coming and your child can use 1 of our cars to race for the day or the weekend. There is no charge to use the car, new 1st time Chicago racer fee is $10 for each race, we run 2 races each day. Not ready to start racing right away, stop by and take a test run to see what soap box derby racing is like.
Groupon coupons are only for new first time Chicago Local racers that do not have a rally ID assigned to their name.
Location of Track: We are racing on Frontenac Road and Diehl Road in Naperville, IL. Or use Google Maps and search for “Chicago soap box derby rally race”
Payment: We accept checks made out to GCSBD or electronic payment via Venmo – Greater Chicago Soap Box Derby
or Zelle, search for LesleeSennholtz@yahoo.com NO CASH PLEASE
Request for refunds must be submitted before the end of the race weekend or the 1st Tuesday of the following month. Request for refunds must be sent via email to greaterchicagotreasurer@soapboxderby.org
Please email or text and let us know you are coming.
Registration form is here.
Race day app. Chicago is the only race city with a website to track your racing times.
Click here to follow the race from your device.
Racers: Race day schedule
7:30am Scales and Registration open
8am All cars need to be in line for weigh in
8:15am Registration closes and heat pairings will be drawn at the registration table.
Please be present at that time if you want to see the pairings being drawn.
8:30am Drivers meeting and racing to begin
Times subject to change.
Spectators:
Racing starts around 9am. We are generally finished racing around 3pm. No charge for spectators.
You’re welcome to bring a lawn chair as there is no seating. There will be a porta potty on site and often we have a concession stand during lunchtime. When you enter the intersection of Diehl and Frontenac Road you will see the road closed signs. Just ease past the barricades and let someone know you are there to watch the race and they will direct you where to park.
If you have kids that are at least seven years old they are welcome to take a test run down the track in one of our cars. Just let someone know you’re interested in doing that.
Feel free to call or text 630-841-8832 if you have additional questions.

Greater Chicago Soap Box Derby Spring Rally May 17 7 18, 2025
2025-05-17 - 2025-05-18 | Naperville track, 1695 Frontenac Road, Naperville, IL, 60563, United States
SPRING RALLY 5/17/2024 & 5/18/2025
Divisions: Stock, Super Stock, Masters
Race Fee: $30 per race if racing all 4 races, or $120 for the weekend, otherwise $35 per race. Make check payable to GCSBD. No cash please. New first time racers from the Chicago Local racing area cost is $10 per race for their 1st 12 months of racing.
New to soap box derby racing? Let us know you are coming and your child can use 1 of our cars to race for the day or the weekend. There is no charge to use the car, new 1st time Chicago racer fee is $10 for each race, we run 2 races each day. Not ready to start racing right away, stop by and take a test run to see what soap box derby racing is like.
Groupon coupons are only for new first time Chicago Local racers that do not have a rally ID assigned to their name.
Location of Track: We are racing on Frontenac Road and Diehl Road in Naperville, IL. Or use Google Maps and search for “Chicago soap box derby rally race“
Payment: We accept checks made out to GCSBD or electronic payment via Venmo – Greater Chicago Soap Box Derby
or Zelle, search for LesleeSennholtz@yahoo.com NO CASH PLEASE
Register online here, no paperwork required.
Request for refunds must be submitted before the end of the race weekend or the 1st Tuesday of the following month. Request for refunds must be sent via email.
Please email or text and let us know you are coming.
Registration form is here.
Race day app. Chicago is the only race city with a website to track your racing times.
Click here to follow the race from your device.
Racers: Race day schedule
7:30am Scales and Registration open
8am All cars need to be in line for weigh in
8:15am Registration closes and heat pairings will be drawn at the registration table.
Please be present at that time if you want to see the pairings being drawn.
8:30am Drivers meeting and racing to begin
Times subject to change.
Spectators:
Racing starts around 9am. We are generally finished racing around 3pm. No charge for spectators.
You’re welcome to bring a lawn chair as there is no seating. There will be a porta potty on site and often we have a concession stand during lunchtime. When you enter the intersection of Diehl and Frontenac Road you will see the road closed signs. Just ease past the barricades and let someone know you are there to watch the race and they will direct you where to park.
If you have kids that are at least seven years old they are welcome to take a test run down the track in one of our cars. Just let someone know you’re interested in doing that.
Feel free to call or text 630-841-8832 if you have additional questions.

Greater Chicago Soap Box Derby All American Indoor race. March 15 & 16 2025.
2025-03-15 - 2025-03-16 | IL
Indoor All American Soap Box Derby Race

Greater Chicago Soap Box Derby Indoor race. February, 15 & 16, 2025
2025-02-15 - 2025-02-16 | DuPage County Fairgrounds Indoor track, 2015 Manchester Road, Wheaton, IL, 60187, United States
More info on our website and Facebook Page.
Pre-registration is required

Greater Chicago Soap Box Derby Indoor race. January 18 & 19, 2025
2025-01-18 - 2025-01-19 | IL
Indoor race dates have been finalized. We are currently securing a location. Additional info to follow here and on our Facebook Page

Greater Chicago Soap Box Derby October 2024 Rally Race
2024-10-05 07:30 - 2024-10-06 17:00 UTC | Naperville track, 1695 Frontenac Road, Naperville, IL, 60563, United States
October 5 & 6, 2024
Divisions: Stock, Super Stock, Masters
Race Fee: $30 per race if racing all 4 races, or $120 for the weekend, otherwise $35 per race. Make check payable to GCSBD. No cash please. New first time racers from the Chicago Local racing area cost is $10 per race for their 1st 12 months of racing.
New to soap box derby racing? Let us know you are coming and your child can use 1 of our cars to race for the day or the weekend. There is no charge to use the car, new 1st time Chicago racer fee is $10 for each race, we run 2 races each day. Not ready to start racing right away, stop by and take a test run to see what soap box derby racing is like.
Groupon coupons are only for new first time Chicago Local racers that do not have a rally ID assigned to their name.
Location of Track: We are racing on Frontenac Road and Diehl Road in Naperville, IL. Or use Google Maps and search for “Chicago soap box derby rally race“
Payment: We accept checks made out to GCSBD or electronic payment via Venmo – Greater Chicago Soap Box Derby
or Zelle, search for LesleeSennholtz@yahoo.com NO CASH PLEASE
Register online here, no paperwork required.
Request for refunds must be submitted before the end of the race weekend or the 1st Tuesday of the following month. Request for refunds can be sent via email.
Please email or text and let us know you are coming.
Registration form is here.
Race day app. Chicago is the only race city with a website to track your racing times.
Click here to follow the race from your device.
Racers: Race day schedule
7:30am Scales and Registration open
8am All cars need to be in line for weigh in
8:15am Registration closes and heat pairings will be drawn at the registration table.
Please be present at that time if you want to see the pairings being drawn.
8:30am Drivers meeting and racing to begin
Times subject to change.
Spectators:
Racing starts around 9am. We are generally are fiished racing around 3pm. No charge for spectators.
You’re welcome to bring a lawn chair as there is no seating. There will be a porta potty on site and often we have a concession stand during lunchtime. When you enter the intersection of Diehl and Frontenac Road you will see the road closed signs. Just ease past the barricades and let someone know you are there to watch the race and they will direct you where to park.
If you have kids that are at least seven years old they are welcome to take a test run down the track in one of our cars. Just let someone know you’re interested in doing that.
Feel free to call or text 630-841-8832 if you have additional questions.

Greater Chicago Soap Box Derby 2024 September Rally Race
2024-09-07 07:30 - 2024-09-08 17:00 UTC | Naperville track, 1695 Frontenac Road, Naperville, IL, 60563, United States
September 7 & 8, 2024
Divisions: Stock, Super Stock, Masters
Race Fee: $30 per race if racing all 4 races, or $120 for the weekend, otherwise $35 per race. Make check payable to GCSBD. No cash please. New first time racers from the Chicago Local racing area cost is $10 per race for their 1st 12 months of racing.
New to soap box derby racing? Let us know you are coming and your child can use 1 of our cars to race for the day or the weekend. There is no charge to use the car, new 1st time Chicago racer fee is $10 for each race, we run 2 races each day. Not ready to start racing right away, stop by and take a test run to see what soap box derby racing is like.
Groupon coupons are only for new first time Chicago Local racers that do not have a rally ID assigned to their name.
Location of Track: We are racing on Frontenac Road and Diehl Road in Naperville, IL. Or use Google Maps and search for “Chicago soap box derby rally race“
Payment: We accept checks made out to GCSBD or electronic payment via Venmo – Greater Chicago Soap Box Derby
or Zelle, search for LesleeSennholtz@yahoo.com NO CASH PLEASE
Register online here, no paperwork required.
Request for refunds must be submitted before the end of the race weekend or the 1st Tuesday of the following month. Request for refunds can be sent via email.
Please email or text and let us know you are coming.
Registration form is here.
Race day app. Chicago is the only race city with a website to track your racing times.
Click here to follow the race from your device.
Racers: Race day schedule
7:30am Scales and Registration open
8am All cars need to be in line for weigh in
8:15am Registration closes and heat pairings will be drawn at the registration table.
Please be present at that time if you want to see the pairings being drawn.
8:30am Drivers meeting and racing to begin
Times subject to change.
Spectators:
Racing starts around 9am. We are generally are fiished racing around 3pm. No charge for spectators.
You’re welcome to bring a lawn chair as there is no seating. There will be a porta potty on site and often we have a concession stand during lunchtime. When you enter the intersection of Diehl and Frontenac Road you will see the road closed signs. Just ease past the barricades and let someone know you are there to watch the race and they will direct you where to park.
If you have kids that are at least seven years old they are welcome to take a test run down the track in one of our cars. Just let someone know you’re interested in doing that.
Feel free to call or text 630-841-8832 if you have additional questions.

Greater Chicago Soap Box Derby Spring Rally May 18 & 19
2024-05-18 - 2024-05-19 | IL
SPRING RALLY 2024
05/04/2024 – 05/05/2024
Race City: Greater Chicago
Race Dates: 5/4/2023 – 5/5/2023
Contact Person: Stan Iglehart, stanleyi@sbcglobal.net, (630) 841-8832 Location of Track: Frontenac Road at Diehl Road, Naperville, IL
Divisions: Stock, Super Stock, Masters
Race Fee: $30 per race if racing all 4 races, or $120 for the weekend, otherwise $35 per race. Make check payable to GCSBD. No cash please. New Wrst time racers from the Chicago Local racing area cost is $10 per race for their 1st 12 months of racing.
New to soap box derby racing? Let us know you are coming and your child can use 1 of our cars to race for the day or the weekend. There is no charge to use the car, new 1st time Chicago racer fee is $10 for each race, we run 2 races each day.
Groupon coupons are only for new Brst time Chicago Local racers that do not have a rally ID assigned to their name.
Contact Person: Stan Iglehart 630-841-8832
Location of Track: We are racing on Frontenac Road and Diehl Road in Naperville, IL. Or use Google Maps and search for “Chicago soap box derby rally race”
Payment: We accept checks made out to GCSBD or electronic payment via Venmo – Greater Chicago Soap Box Derby
or Zelle, search for LesleeSennholtz@yahoo.com NO CASH PLEASE
Request for refunds must be submitted before the end of the race weekend or the 1st Tuesday of the folloing month. Request for refunds can be sent
via email.
Please email or text and let us know you are coming.
Registration form is here.
Race day app. Chicago is the only race city with a website to track your racing times.
Click here to follow the race from your device.
Racers: Race day schedule
7:30am Scales and Registration open
8am All cars need to be in line for weigh in
8:15am Registration closes and heat pairings will be drawn at the registration table. Please be present at that time if you want to see the pairings being drawn.
8:30am Drivers meeting and racing to begin
Times subject to change.
Spectators:
Racing starts around 9am. We are generally Wnished racing around 3pm. No charge for spectators.
You’re welcome to bring a lawn chair as there is no seating. There will be a porta potty on site and often we have a concession stand during lunchtime. When you enter the intersection of Diehl and Frontenac Road you will see the road closed signs. Just ease past the barricades and let someone know you are there to watch the race and they will direct you where to park.
If you have kids that are at least seven years old they are welcome to take a test run down the track in one of our cars. Just let someone know you’re interested in doing that.
Feel free to call or text 630-841-8832 if you have additional questions.

Greater Chicago March Indoor 2024
2024-03-16 08:00 - 2024-03-17 17:00 (America/Chicago) | Batavia Indoor track, 501 North Randall Road, Batavia, IL, 60510, United States
Saturday, March 16 & Sunday, March 17 – Stock, Super Stock, and Masters, 1 Double & 1 single elimination race each day.
Legacy double elimination race is to be held after the single elimination racers on Saturday.
This will be the third race of the 2024 WIN-ter Series.

Greater Chicago February 2024 Indoor
2024-02-17 08:00 - 2024-02-18 17:00 (America/Chicago) | Batavia Indoor track, 501 North Randall Road, Batavia, IL, 60510, United States
Saturday, February 17 & Sunday, February 18 – Stock, Super Stock, and Masters, 1 Double & 1 single elimination race each day.
Legacy double elimination race is to be held after the single elimination races on Saturday.
This is the second race of the 2024 WIN-ter Series.
