NWI Soap Box Derby Set for Saturday, June 21st

soap-box-derbyOn Saturday, June 21, the Northwest Indiana Soap Box Derby organization will be holding the 68th annual Soap Box Derby. It will be held on Lincolnway in Valparaiso, IN. Lincolnway between Garfield and Michigan will be closed from 6 a.m. until the completion of the race (early to mid-afternoon).

There are four race categories - super kids (special needs), stock, super stock and masters - involving youngsters between the ages of 7 and 18. The winners in each category will be able to compete in the national race in Akron, Ohio the week of July 20, 2014.

Participants will have their pictures taken and will be present for the singing of the national anthem between 7:00 and 8:00 a.m. Racing will begin at 8:00 a.m.