Sweet G Super Soap Box Derby Returns to Pittsfield's Westside
Saturday, August 9 | 12–4 PM
Rain Date: Sunday, August 10
Corner of Columbus and Robbins Avenues, Pittsfield
Families are invited to cheer on racers at the annual Sweet G Super Soap Box Derby, hosted by the Westside Legends on Saturday, August 9 from 12 to 4 p.m. (rain date Sunday, August 10). This lively community event offers fun for all ages, with check-in beginning at noon and the first race kicking off at 12:30 p.m.
The derby features two race divisions: one for kids and one for adults ages 18 and older. Trophies will be awarded in both divisions, along with a prize for Best Show Car. Racers will zoom down Robbins Avenue with the finish line set at Southern Avenue.
In addition to the racing action, families can enjoy food from Cravin’s Ice Cream and Ernie’s Hot Dogs.
This event is made possible through the support of community partners including Berkshire Environmental Action Team (BEAT), Berkshire Regional Planning Commission (BRPC), Blue Q, Central Berkshire Habitat for Humanity, Green Energy Consumer Alliance, Greylock Federal Credit Union, Interprint, Mill Town Foundation, Premium Waters, and TDI-MassDevelopment.
Westside Legends, Inc., a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, works to improve quality of life through education, events, and community-driven initiatives. For more information, contact Tony Jackson at tony@westsidelegends.org or Marvin Purry at marvin@westsidelegends.org.
