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Soap Box Derby Senior Day is September 26

Calling All Sox Box Derby Lovers and Adventure Seekers 55+

Get ready to relive your glory days (or experience them for the very first time!) at Senior Day on Thursday, September 26, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the International Soap Box Derby (ISBD) in Akron, Ohio.

This is your chance to feel the thrill of racing down the legendary Derby Downs track in adult-sized Soap Box Derby cars!

But the fun doesn’t stop there. Enjoy live entertainment, indulge in a delicious catered boxed lunch, and explore the Aging on Track Senior Expo, located in the Soap Box Derby Hall of Fame and Museum.

Tickets are just $28 for the full experience, including the ride, lunch and Expo access. Or, choose the lunch and Expo-only option for $22. But hurry—spaces are limited, and you’ll need to select your preferred race time when you register.

Don’t miss out on this unforgettable day! Purchase your tickets and explore the full itinerary at www.soapboxderby.org/derby-downs/senior-day.

Interested in showcasing your products or services at the Aging on Track Senior Expo? Table sponsorships are available for $100. Register now at the link above!

 ABOUT THE INTERNATIONAL SOAP BOX DERBY

The International Soap Box Derby is a nonprofit organization based in Akron, Ohio. It focuses on youth sports and STEM education. The FirstEnergy All-American Soap Box Derby racing program was founded in 1934 and comprises more than 80 affiliate race locations throughout the United States and the world. The ISBD’s STEM-based Education Program provides educational opportunities for K-12 youth through Soap Box Derby racing.

 

 

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