Menifee Soap Box Derby returns to town Sept. 17

It's that time again -- the Menifee Soap Box Derby returns this Saturday, Sept. 17.

The fifth annual event, sponored by the City of Menifee and Valley-Wide Recreation & Park District, runs from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. downhill on Menifee Road from Craig Avenue to Holland Road. Drivers young and old have been building race cars to compete in this event, which is always popular with the spectators.

Drivers come from surrounding areas as well to participate in one of five age and design categories. There will be food and merchandise vendors.

For more information, call 951-487-9234 or 951-672-6744. Menifee Road will be closed to traffic during the event. Spectators must park on nearby side streets.