Kirby Derby at Dorothea Dix Park
- When: Saturday, August 17, 2024, 3:00 pm - 9:00 pm
- Location: Harvey Hill, 1030 Richardson Drive, Raleigh, NC 27603
- Cost: Free
The annual Kirby Derby is a Raleigh tradition of wacky downhill soapbox racing and community fun. For this year's theme - Games People Play - get inspired by your favorite board games, field games, video games, role playing games, Olympic games, playground games, mind games… Let the Games Begin!
The Kirby Derby was founded by the Pullen Park Terrace neighborhood in 2002. Pullen Park Terrace is better known by its two streets, Kirby and Bilyeu. In 2017, Kirby Derby moved to its new location at Dix Park in partnership with the City of Raleigh. Dix Park Conservancy is proud to sponsor this year's event.
3:30 pm - Pinebox Mini Car Races
4:30 pm - Parade
5:30 pm - Soapbox Derby
Everyone is encouraged to get into character with costumes!
RSVPs help us plan for the number of attendees and you will be in the know of event updates and weather alerts.
- Website: dorotheadixpark.org
- Contact Phone: 919-961-7761
- Category: Free
Register to participate in any of the main events. Challenge the neighbors next door or your rival neighborhood to see who can win as the fast and furious.
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