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Save the date March 20th, 2026, 3pm to 7pm
Join us March 20th from 3pm to 7pm on Floor 2 of Sears think[box], to create, collaborate and compete!
Join us March 20th from 3pm to 7pm on Floor 2 of Sears think[box], to create, collaborate and compete!
We are excited to welcome back Ian Charnas, current Chief Engineer at CrunchLabs, as the honorary think[box] Derby emcee.
Before Crunch Labs, he was the Director of Innovation and Technology and co-founder of Sears think[box], a 7-story makerspace and innovation center that is free and open to the public. He graduated from Case Western Reserve University with degrees in both computer and mechanical engineering.
SCHEDULE
SCHEDULE
3:00 PM to 7:00 PM
Derby Day begins!
Sign in or register your car at the Registration Table.
Visit the Build-a-Derby Car station,
Practice on the Derby Track,
Decorate apparel at the Patch Work station,
Enjoy Food provided by Alladins.
4:00 PM to 6:30 PM
ITS TIME TO RACE! We will begin the racing competitions and challenges.
6:30 PM to 7:00 PM
Race category winners will be announced.
Raffle Prize winners will be anounced.
NOTE: Guests must be present to receive Awards or raffle prizes.
REGISTRATION
REGISTRATION
Check in at the registration table to:
Sign in if you RSVP'd through campus groups
Need to register your Derby Car
Pick up your 2026 think[box] Derby Patch
BUILD-A-DERBY CAR
BUILD-A-DERBY CAR
Didnt have a chance to make a car? Drop into the Assembly Station to build, repair or test your car before hitting the track!
DERBY TRACK
DERBY TRACK
READY, SET, GO! Built at Sears think[box] by Cleveland Research Devices, the Derby track’s automated starting line launches all cars simultaneously at the push of a button. An integrated stopwatch tracks each racer’s best time.
PATCHWORK STATION
PATCHWORK STATION
Bring your backpacks, totes, hats, jeans, and jackets to the Patchwork Station and customize them! Mini Cricut heat presses will be available to attach embroidered and woven patches to your favorite items.
RAFFLE RALLY
RAFFLE RALLY
Earn raffle tickets at each station by completing tasks and participating in activities! Drop your tickets into the box for the prize you want to win in the Presentation Area. Raffle winners will be announced at 6:30 PM alongside the Derby Race Category awards.
Guests must be present to claim prizes or awards.
FOOD & DRINKS
FOOD & DRINKS
Food from Aladdin’s will be provided for guests, with gluten-free and vegan options available. Water, coffee, and tea will be located near the registration tables.
DIRECTIONS & PARKING
DIRECTIONS & PARKING
Sears think[box] is located at: 11201 Cedar Avenue, Cleveland, OH 44106
Primary Parking – Veale Parking Garage (Lot 53), Paid public parking (rates posted online)
Address: 2158 Adelbert Road, Cleveland, OH 44106
Most visitors should park in the Veale Parking Garage, located near the wind turbine. Parking in Lot 7, directly adjacent to think[box], is limited.
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