Race City: Dover, NH [Site Layout PDF]
Driver Check-in: 7:45 AM at Pit Area, 121 Broadway, Dover, NH
Track Setup: 8:00 AM
Trial Runs Start: ~9:00 AM
Competition Starts: ~10:00 AM
Spectator Information: Cheering on racers is free, bring a folding chair, Ez-up tent and snacks. Parking is available at 73 Oak St, Dover, NH
Car Inspection: All cars and racers are to participate in a pre-race car inspection and weigh-in. Inspection times are by appointment. Plan for 2 to 4 hours. Saturday May 30, 2026 at Midway Collision, 155 Route 108, Somersworth NH.
Rain Date: n/a
Trial Runs: All racers will be given a trial run prior to the race.
Divisions: Stock (ages 7-13 yrs), Super Stock (ages 9-18 yrs.), Masters (ages 10-20 yrs)
Format: Double elimination race format with lane/timer swap between Phase A and B
Wheel swap: 0-4-0 progressive
Registration:
- The registration fee is $125 for first immediate family child, $100 for second immediate family child, $0 for additional immediate family child
- Each racer will need to complete and have signed the Local Race Registration Form to be turned in at Inspection.
- Each racer will need to provide a copy of their birth certificate as proof of age if not on file.
Parent Code of Conduct Form: Parents should click HERE and download form.
Volunteer Waiver Form: Volunteers should click HERE to complete and save form.
Setup: 2026 All-American Rules / Compliance Inspection / Wheel Swap, Z-Glass wheels for Stock & Super Stock Divisions. Unigrip Wheels for Masters Division.
Contact Person: Dick Behan, Race Director, (603) 953-3086, newhampshire@soapboxderby.org
Location of Track: The tracks runs for approx 800 ft, starting at 150 Broadway near Oak Street to the finish line in front of Strafford Tire & Battery
Awards Ceremony: Trackside after the race
Local Race Accommodations: Comfort Inn & Suites, 10 Hotel Drive, Dover, NH 03820, (603) 750-7507.
We have a limited number of Soap Box Derby cars available from our club and local derby families that are available for a new racer to use on loan for the race. Email the club at newhampshire@soapboxderby.org if you are interested!
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