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Super Soapbox Challenge
Old Market Square, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire, NG1 2DT
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Super Soapbox Challenge
Sunday 10 May 2026
Old Market Square
FREE event
Join It's in Nottingham for a thrilling day of soapbox racing for all ages – bring your family, bring your mates, it's the Nottingham Super Soapbox Challenge!
Get ready to cheer on the fearless soapbox racers as teams zoom down the gigantic four-metre-high ramp into Old Market Square.
It’s bound to be a fantastic outing for the whole family, complete with lively commentary and all the action broadcast on massive screens. But wait, there's more!
Beyond the exhilarating races, look out for entertainment on and off the track including the chance to meet and have a photograph with champion racer, Sir Sidney Cartalot and the Robin Hood mascot.
To ensure everyone has a safe and enjoyable experience, there will be security fencing lining the entire course.
Schedule (may be subject to change)
10:45 | opening procession
11:00 | racing, round one
12:30 | lunch break
13:00 | racing, round two
16:30 | prize giving and awards
This brand new event promises to be a full-on celebration of creativity, speed, and community spirit as teams race gravity-powered soapbox cars through Old Market Square – plus the event supports the charity partner Lincs & Notts Air Ambulance, so you’ll be helping save lives while having an absolute blast. Get ready to Go! Go! Go!
FREE entry
| Super Soapbox Challenge (10 May 2026) | ||
|---|---|---|
| Day | Times | |
| Sunday | 10:45 | - 17:00 |
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