Burnley Soapbox Challenge

Competitors from across the region will take to the streets in their homemade soapbox creations, racing down Manchester Road in a spectacular showcase of speed, skill, creativity, and courage.

The action begins early, with the team pits opening from 9:00am, giving visitors the opportunity to get up close to the incredible soapbox carts, meet the drivers and teams, and admire the creativity and engineering that has gone into each unique design. The morning race session will then get underway, providing plenty of high-speed action as competitors battle it out on the challenging course.

With Burnley Town Hall providing a stunning backdrop, Manchester Road will be transformed into a vibrant racecourse as teams navigate twists, turns, obstacles, and challenges in their quest for glory. From imaginative vehicle designs to daring drivers, spectators can expect plenty of laughter, surprises, and edge-of-your-seat moments throughout the day.

Following the morning racing, there will be a lunch break, offering visitors the perfect opportunity to explore Burnley’s fabulous town centre. Discover the town’s fantastic range of independent shops, national retailers, cafés, bars, and restaurants before returning for the afternoon race session, where the competition will intensify as teams chase victory and a place on the podium.

The event is set to be one of Burnley’s biggest community celebrations, bringing together residents, visitors, businesses, and local organisations for a fantastic day out. Alongside the racing, visitors can enjoy a wide range of food and drink vendors, live entertainment, family activities, music, and interactive attractions, creating a festival atmosphere in the heart of the town.

So mark your calendars for 12th June 2027 and join us in Burnley Town Centre for the inaugural Burnley Soapbox Challenge. Bring your friends, family, and community spirit for a day filled with adrenaline-fuelled racing, fantastic entertainment, great food and drink, and memories that will last long after the finish line has been crossed. Join us for what promises to become one of Burnley’s most exciting annual events.