Red Bull Soapbox Race features wacky rides, fuels imaginations
The Red Bull Soapbox Race took place in downtown Los Angeles after being postponed in 2025. Over 30 teams showcased their creative and humorous soapbox designs, including a hamburger-themed cart and a castle-inspired vehicle. The event drew large crowds and featured a variety of entertaining races and crashes.
- ▪The event was held on First Street in downtown Los Angeles.
- ▪Teams from across the country participated, bringing unique and whimsical designs.
- ▪One standout entry was the 'Patty Wagon,' designed to look like a hamburger.
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Sports Entertainment Red Bull Soapbox Race features wacky rides, fuels imaginations By Allison Dinner Published May 16, 2026, 6:57 p.m. ET After being postponed in 2025, the Red Bull Soapbox Race descended Saturday on downtown Los Angeles. More than 30 teams competed from all over the country, bringing wacky chaos to First Street. The “Krusty Krew,” featuring Joshua Thomas and Thomas Castellan from Tesla, built the Patty Wagon. Their vehicle appeared as a full hamburger with pickle wheels. “We’re gonna win! If anything, best in show, for sure. You don’t need a license to drive a sandwich,” Thomas said. Explore More Former Iowa hoops coach, wife accused of trying to get longtime radio voice fired in brutal allegations Billionaire St.
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