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Sapulpa Today
By the People, for the People
Sapulpa to Host Route 66 Centennial Soap Box Derby
First-of-its-kind event celebrates historic highway and U.S. anniversary
Apr. 11, 2026 at 7:16pm
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A retro-futuristic celebration of American ingenuity and community spirit along the historic Route 66 corridor.Sapulpa TodaySapulpa, Oklahoma will host a unique soap box derby event in July to celebrate the 100th anniversary of Route 66 and the 250th anniversary of the United States. Dubbed 'Rascals on Route 66', the event is billed as the first of its kind along the iconic highway.
Why it matters
Route 66 has long been a symbol of American culture and the spirit of the open road. This event aims to bring that legacy to life in a fun, family-friendly way that also honors the broader history of the nation. As the Route 66 Centennial approaches, communities along the historic highway are looking for creative ways to mark the occasion.
The details
The Rascals on Route 66 soap box derby will feature homemade, gravity-powered cars racing down the streets of Sapulpa. Organizers say the event will include live music, food vendors, and other activities to create a celebratory atmosphere along the iconic Route 66 corridor.
- The Rascals on Route 66 soap box derby will take place in July 2026.
- 2026 marks the 100th anniversary of the establishment of Route 66.
- 2026 also marks the 250th anniversary of the founding of the United States.
The players
Rascals on Route 66
A unique soap box derby event coming to Sapulpa, Oklahoma in July 2026 to celebrate the 100th anniversary of Route 66 and the 250th anniversary of the United States.
What’s next
Organizers are currently accepting registrations for the soap box derby and seeking sponsors and volunteers to help make the event a success.
The takeaway
The Rascals on Route 66 soap box derby promises to be a one-of-a-kind celebration that brings together the history and spirit of Route 66 with the enduring American tradition of homemade, gravity-powered racing. As communities along the iconic highway look to mark its centennial, this event offers a creative and family-friendly way to honor the past while looking towards the future.
