Join the Committee of 143grams
We need you! If the thought of high speed, gravity boosted racing is your idea of a good time please contact Kevin Folkerts via email. Putting on our Derby Clinics, supporting unit level races, and hosting our Championship Race requires a well oiled and fully staffed pit crew. With your help and support we look forward to expanding our program and providing the best Pinewood program in Southern California.
2027 EVENT SCHEDULE
| EVENT NAME & FLYER LINK | DATES 2027 | WHERE | WHAT IS IT? |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pinewood Derby Clinic #1 | Sat. January 24 10am-1pm | Scout Service Center | Volunteers help Scouts start building their cars, offering their skills and saws. Cubs learn about classic designs or can bring their own plans. |
| Pinewood Derby Clinic #2 | Sat. February 21 10am-1pm | Scout Service Center | Volunteers help Scouts start building their cars, offering their skills and saws. Cubs learn about classic designs or can bring their own plans. |
| Pinewood Derby Clinic #3 | Sat. March 28 10am-1pm | Scout Service Center | Volunteers help Scouts start building their cars, offering their skills and saws. Cubs learn about classic designs or can bring their own plans. |
| Grand Pine – Car Lockup | Fri. April 9th | Long Beach Sports Basement | Competitors bring their cars for weigh-in and lock-up |
| 13th Annual – Long Beach Grand Pine | Sat. April 10th | Top winners of each rank from every Pack compete against winners from other Packs in an all-out Council Race. |
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2027 LONG BEACH GRAND PINE: SAT. APRIL 10th
The 13th Annual Pinewood Derby Championship Race brings the top 3 racers from each Pack to compete against winners from other packs. Pinewood Derby Championship day has lots of activities for all Scouts even if you did not place in the top of your pack. We have other races and fun activities that are open to everyone.
Location: Dean Eastman Boys and Girls Club
- Car Check-In – April 9th, 6:30pm – 8:30pm
- Championship Day – April 10th
- 10am to 12noon – Pack Races
- 2pm to 3pm – Outlaw Races, Car Show
- 3pm to 5pm – Championship Race & Loop Challenge
Trading Post open during the event!
Drinks: $2.50
Chips: $2.50
Candy: $2.00
CampCards: $10.00
1. Pack Race: We can help coordinate a race for your Pack. Specific time will be arranged. Sat. 4/10, $100 per pack, includes 3 Championship Entrances.
2. Outlaw Race: This is open to anyone, any age, no rules! Well, no propulsion, rockets, super heavy weights. Let’s see how fast your car can go…within reason! Sat. 4/10, $5 (includes event patch)
3. Car Show and/or Loop Challenge: Car Show – We will showcase cars in a Car Show. These cars will not race (although they can be part of the Pack Races or Championships). Loop Challenge – Back by popular demand and lots of fun! Put your car on a loop to see if it survives. No guarantee. Your car might “crash and burn” so beware. Sat. 4/10, $5 (includes event patch)
4. Championship Race: The top 3 racers from your Pack will compete for the overall council championship title. Choose this only if you’ve completed your Pack race first. Sat. 4/10, $20 (includes event patch)
Pinewood Derby Buddy Challenge!
2027 Derby Buddy Challenge Cards coming Dec 1st. 2026
Invite a friend to join Scouting, challenge them to a Pinewood Derby Race-off and we’ll give your friend a “free” Pinewood Derby Car! Give your friend a “challenge card” and they can use it to redeem their free pinewood derby car or better yet bring them to a clinic.
2026 Results!
Congratulations to this years champions!
- 1st Place – Queen Anne’s Revenge III – Lucas T, Pack 007
- 2nd Place – Rally Car – Abram T, Pack 205
- 3rd Place – Toxic Blade – Levi S , Pack 88
Thank you to all the Scouts and families who participated.
See photo album here:
Past Derby Recaps
See our photo albums here: 
LONG BEACH GRAND PINE
List of Champions
2026 – Lucas T. Pack 007
2025 – Lucas T. Pack 007
2024 – Eric R. Pack 134
2023 – Blake S. Pack 20
2022 – Eric R. Pack 134
2021 – Ricky H. Pack 20
2020 – Ricky H. Pack 205
2019 – Cole M. Pack 206
2018 – Cole M. Pack 206
2017 – Cole M. Pack 206
2016 – Cole M. Pack 206
2015 – Owen D. Pack 206
Derby Clinic Photos:
Clinic Videos:
Race Videos 2022:
Want to Know More?
Please contact Kevin Folkerts via email.