About Us

The Kiwanis Club of Bowling Green, KY organizes this fun, family event with the help of our Title Sponsor Crocker Law Firm and our local community partners. Proceeds from this event go to help other organizations serving children in our community. Kiwanis Club of Bowling Green Foundation is a 501c3 non-profit organization. Winners of the local race have a chance to race in the World Championship in Akron, Ohio each Summer. If you have questions, please feel free to contact our Race Director - Mariah Hughes (270) 590-1819 or mariah@corvettemuseum.org

2024 Race Schedule

Construction Clinics – Please plan to complete registration and provide a copy of your racers birth certificate at this clinic. Registration Fee: $55

  • Construction Clinic – Saturday, April 20, From 9 AM – 1PM @ Phil Moore Park
  • Construction Clinic – Saturday, May 11, From 9 AM – 1PM @ Phil Moore Park
  • Construction Clinic – Saturday, May 25, From 9 AM – 1PM @ Phil Moore Park

Inspection & Impound: ALL  IMPOUNDS ARE @ Phil Moore Park

  • Wednesday, June 12 @ Phil Moore Park
  • Thursday, June 13 @ Phil Moore Park

RACE DAY FRIDAY (Stock and Super Kids)- June 14, 2024 (5:00pm) Driver check in 4:30pm

RACE DAY SATURDAY (Stock and Super Stock)- June 15, 2024 (7:00am) Driver check in 6:30am 

Racer’s Banquet – Monday – June 17, 2024 @ National Corvette Museum

Frequently Asked
Questions

How can I get started racing?

To get started, visit one of our construction clinics outlined below. Please plan to complete registration and provide a copy of your racers birth certificate at this clinic. Registration Fee: $55 (cash or check accepted). 

  • Construction Clinic – Saturday, April 20, From 9 AM – 1PM @ Phil Moore Park
  • Construction Clinic – Saturday, May 11, From 9 AM – 1PM @ Phil Moore Park
  • Construction Clinic – Saturday, May 25, From 9 AM – 1PM @ Phil Moore Park

*NOTE: Previous racers birth certificates are not kept on file. Please bring a new copy to your construction clinic.

What divisions are you racing?

Stock, Super Stock, and Super Kids. 

Do I have to buy and build a car?

You do not have to purchase your car. You may use one provided by the Bowling Green, KY Kiwanis Club at no cost. 

You are required to attend a construction clinic to assemble the car and complete registration. 

How can I donate my time or money to help this local program?

If you are interested in sponsorship or volunteering contact our Race Director, Mariah Hughes, via e-mail mariah@corvettemuseum.org or text/call 270-590-1819.

I have questions. How do I reach out?

For questions, contact our Race Director, Mariah Hughes, via e-mail mariah@corvettemuseum.org or text/call 270-590-1819.

Become a
Racer

Take part in the tradition of the Bowling Green Soap Box Derby – Get started with the program today to discover the excitement of gravity racing!

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