Red Bull Soapbox Race

Red Bull’s world-famous Soapbox Race is officially returning to Los Angeles on Saturday, May 16, 2026, bringing a high-energy, Hollywood-inspired spectacle to the streets of Downtown LA. The event will transform Gloria Molina Grand Park into a cinematic racecourse, where 30 teams, selected from more than 400 applicants, will compete in gravity-powered, homemade crafts for ultimate bragging rights.

The event is free and open to the public, with thousands of spectators expected to attend. Race-day festivities will also feature live entertainment, food trucks, and interactive fan experiences.

Los Angeles Dodgers star Kiké Hernández will serve as Grand Marshall and racing legend Dale Earnhardt Jr. as honorary Event Host.

Known globally for its wild creativity and competitive spirit, Red Bull Soapbox Race challenges teams to design and build imaginative, non-motorized carts that race downhill through a series of obstacles. This year’s Los Angeles edition will feature a distinctly local twist, with a course inspired by the entertainment capital of the world. Racers will navigate through elements like a paparazzi-lined red carpet, a popcorn pit straight out of a movie premiere, and other cinematic surprises that celebrate LA’s film culture.

Event Details
Date: Saturday, May 16, 2026
Time:
11:00 a.m. PT – Gates Open
12:00 p.m. PT – Competition Begins

Location: 200 N Grand Avenue, Los Angeles, CA 90012 (Downtown LA)
Admission: Free and open to the public

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