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BoxKart Bash Day – June 15, 2025

BoxKart Bash Day is celebrated every third Sunday of June annually, and this year, it takes place on June 15. It’s a global celebration that brings friends and families together in a rustic BoxKart racing event. What’s more, you get to create your own BoxKart. It’s time to unleash your creativity and test your mechanic and D.I.Y. skills in creating these charming vehicles that will take you to the finish line. It’s a day when kids and adults gather for great food, music, and the BoxKart race. Learn more about the ways you can celebrate this holiday.

History of BoxKart Bash Day

The BoxKart Bash Day had a different brand and identity before it became the global phenomenon that it is today. Back in 1934, the first Soap Derby Box race was held in Dayton, Ohio. There 11-year-old Bob Turner from Muncie, Indiana won. From the get-go, he displayed a sense of immense creativity, passion for design, and strong mechanic skills. These enabled him to reach the finish line. After he won, he became heavily involved in competitive sports which lasted for decades.

BoxKart is considered the soapbox racer of modern times. It’s designed to have a steering column that controls the direction of the kart. In races, BoxKarts should also have a braking system for the safety of the kids. While it sounds technical, you don’t need to be a carpenter, a builder, or a mechanic to join this event. It’s dedicated to bond families. Kids and parents can hammer together mini-vehicles, making it an intergenerational experience that’s shared within the community.

In 2000, the popularity of BoxKarts skyrocketed as a global energy drink manufacturer launched an advertising campaign for BoxKart racing which attracted innovative and creative speedsters to compete in a race. Since then, communities all over the world started to celebrate this annual event. The most popular venue for BoxKart Bash Day is in Burghfield, England where hundreds of kids and parents attend every year to join the contest. This event draws thousands of crowd members around the racetrack cheering for their favorites. This usually occurs on the Sunday before the international event, for maximum crowd attendance. People love watching others race downhill at a crazy speed and want to see if they wipe out. The zany and creatively designed vehicles are an attraction on their own, but the speeds they reach are nuts.

BoxKart Bash Day timeline

1934
Soap Derby Box Race

11-year-old Bob Turner wins the first Soap Derby Box race.

1949
K.T.D. Class BoxKart

The Kid Titans of Demoral constructs the first fighting K.T.D. Class BoxKart.

2000
BoxKart Ad Campaign

An energy drink manufacturer features an ad campaign for BoxKart racing, igniting the interest of the public.

2009
BoxKart Limited

BoxKart Limited is incorporated to provide BoxKart vehicles, as well as D.I.Y. equipment for kids and adults.

BoxKart Bash Day FAQs

Can adults join the BoxKart race?

No. BoxKarts are small vehicles designed for small kids.

Is it dangerous to join BoxKart competitions?

There will be facilitators to ensure that the BoxKarts are sturdy and safe.

What is the difference between a Go-Kart and a BoxKart?

A Go-Kart uses the driver’s feet for steering, while a BoxKart has a steering column that controls the kart.

BoxKart Bash Day Activities

  1. Join a BoxKart race

    The best way to celebrate BoxKart Bash Day is to join a BoxKart race in your local area. Not only will you be able to flex your designs and creativity, but you will also get the chance to win the race. What's a better way to celebrate this day than getting that winner’s bragging rights?

  2. Draw your design

    If you’re unable to personally go to a BoxKart event, no problem! You can simply draw your design at home complete with colors and details. Post your design on social media using the hashtag #BoxKartBashDay.

  3. Cheer with the crowd

    If you’re not up for the challenge of joining the competition, being a spectator can be equally fun. Join the hundreds in the crowds as you cheer for everyone in the race.

5 Interesting Facts About BoxKarts

  1. Wooden Go Kart Kit

    The Wooden Go Kart Kit is the most popular D.I.Y. equipment for BoxKart beginners.

  2. BoxKart Unlimited dissolved

    The BoxKart Unlimited Company was dissolved in 2020.

  3. BoxKart Supreme

    BoxKart Supreme is a company in Sussex that hosts a more advanced version of BoxKart Bash Day in England every year.

  4. For ages four to 12

    The recommended age range for participation in BoxKart racing is between four and 12 years old.

  5. The winner’s prize

    The winner’s prize ranges from cash, and freebies, to a donation to a charity of your choice.

Why We Love BoxKart Bash Day

  1. It bonds the family

    Holidays that bond kids and parents through creativity and competition are rare. BoxKart Bash Day is an intergenerational affair that allows every member of a family to take part in the BoxKart creation.

  2. It’s a fundraising event

    We love to support events for a good cause. Most BoxKart competitions are fundraising events that support different charities in the local area. It’s a good way to have fun while being philanthropic.

  3. We love the adrenaline rush

    The competition is tense, exciting, and fun! The rush this gives to the players and spectators is infectious, making it a day that everyone will always remember.

BoxKart Bash Day dates

Year Date Day
2022 June 19 Sunday
2023 June 18 Sunday
2024 June 16 Sunday
2025 June 15 Sunday
2026 June 21 Sunday