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2023 Derby? Weekend of August 19th, 2023 (Tentative) – Downtown Nanaimo

See Below for Sign-up

ONCE YOU MADE A PAYMENT, PICK UP YOUR CART AT 96 WALLACE STREET

Our inaugural event was a great success!

40 Carts, $16,000 raised for the Child Development Centre, 1000+ spectators and a whole lotta fun!

Kids Division – 2023

$125 Entry

For racers 6-12 years old
30 available spots
Race Day – (coming soon!)
Each entrant will be supplied with a Kit car as part of the entry fee. This will be made available to entrants at the time of entry fee payment.
Each racer is guaranteed 3 races minimum
Side by side racing
Trophies going to:
- Fastest
- Most Creative Vehicle
- Best Dressed Pit Crew
- ONCE YOU MADE A PAYMENT, PICK UP YOUR CART AT 96 WALLACE STREET

Kids Enter

Big Kids /Corporate Division – 2023

$500 Entry businesses are encouraged to fundraise.

(Multiple spots available)

For Adults and /or businesses that are looking for a great corporate and team-building event + get some great PR
30 available spots
Race Day – (coming soon!)
Entrants will need to build their own vehicles that will need to meet the entrance guidelines
Each Race is guaranteed a minimum of 2 races
Single vehicles racing on a more advanced track (yes, there will be a small jump and some corners) with trophies going to:
- Fastest
- Most Creative Vehicle
- Best Dressed Pit Crew
ONCE YOU MADE A PAYMENT, PICK UP YOUR CART AT 96 WALLACE STREET

Big Kids Enter

Sponsorship

Both Silver (x2) and Bronze (x2) sponsorships are being sought in order to support this great event.

If you are interested in this opportunity and/or require additional information please contact:
Kathryn Scott: hubcitysoapbox@gmail.com

Volunteers Needed

Every great event relies heavily on the community and volunteers to help make things tick. A variety of volunteer opportunities exist ranging from race marshals to registration to race timers. If you are interested and can give 2-4 hours of your time please provide us with the following info: