06/07/2026
🏁🇺🇸 ORANGE CRATE DERBY IS BACK! 🇺🇸🏁
Get ready for one of Washington Celebrates America's most exciting Fourth of July traditions—the Orange Crate Derby!
Young racers will once again take to the course for a morning of fun, creativity, competition, and community spirit as they race their homemade derby cars for trophies, bragging rights, and the opportunity to be part of the Fourth of July Parade!
📅 Race Day: Saturday, July 4, 2026
☔ Rain Date: Sunday, July 5, 2026
⏰ Set-Up Time: 7:30 AM
🏁 Competition Begins: 8:30 AM
🏆 Divisions:
🔹 Junior Class: Ages 7-10
🔹 Senior Class: Ages 11-14
🥇 Trophy winners will be invited to participate in the Fourth of July Parade. Other cars may participate if there is room on the truck.
🚗 Car numbers will be awarded on a FIRST COME, FIRST SERVED basis, so don't wait!
📝 Register Online:
https://www.washingtoncelebratesamerica.com/orange-crate-derby
📖 Review the Official Safety Rules & Rulebook:
https://www.washingtoncelebratesamerica.com/safety-and-rulebook
⚠️ Register early to secure your car number and get ready for an unforgettable Fourth of July tradition! Inspection will be on **Saturday, June 20th at 10am** behind the Warren Hills Memorial Home located at 234 W. Washington Ave. It is mandatory for new cars and drivers.
We can't wait to see this year's racers at the starting line! 🇺🇸🏁