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KDD @ LOCAL EVENTS 

We are excited to announce that Kinetic Derby Day will have a presence at several upcoming events across South Carolina. Visit our booth at each event to learn more about Kinetic Derby Day, ask questions about building your own soapbox car or kinetic sculpture, and discover how you can participate in this year's festivities. Here are the details:

1. Community: CWC Block Party

  • Date & Time: Saturday, March 1, 2025, from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM

  • Location: Cayce-West Columbia Branch Library, 1500 Augusta Rd, West Columbia, SC

  • Details: Join us for the first annual block party hosted by the Cayce-West Columbia Branch Library. This event brings together local partners to share resources, make connections, and showcase the library's offerings to the diverse community.

  • Website link: Lexington County Library

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2. Best of Carolina Launch Party

  • Date & Time: Tuesday, March 4, 2025, from 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM

  • Location: Greene Street, University of South Carolina, Columbia, SC

  • Details: Celebrate the launch of the "Best of Carolina" with us on Greene Street. This event is organized by Carolina Productions, the student-run programming board at USC, known for bringing life to campus with year-round events.

  • Website link: University of South Carolina

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3. Elementary STEAM Night at York Preparatory Academy

  • Date & Time: Thursday, March 13, 2025, from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM

  • Location: Student Union, York Preparatory Academy, 1047 Golden Gate Court, Rock Hill, SC 29732

  • Details: This free event features hands-on STEAM activities for the whole family, aiming to inspire students in science, technology, engineering, arts, and mathematics.

  • Website link: Facebook

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4. Be My Neighbor Day

  • Date & Time: Saturday, March 15, 2025, from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM

  • Location: South Carolina Children's Theatre, 153 Augusta Street, Greenville, SC 29601

  • Details: Hosted by South Carolina ETV in partnership with Fred Rogers Productions, this event offers hands-on activities, storytime sessions, and opportunities to meet beloved characters, promoting neighborliness and community engagement.

  • Website link: South Carolina ETV

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5. iMAGINE Upstate STEAM Festival

  • Date & Time: Saturday, April 5, 2025, from 11:00 AM to 5:00 PM

  • Location: Main Street, Downtown Greenville, SC

  • Details: A free street festival aiming to ignite interest in STEAM learning and career pathways among Pre-K through 12th-grade students and their families. The festival features interactive exhibits, live stage shows, and hands-on learning experiences.

  • Website link: Visit Greenville SC

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6. Tartan Day South Highland Games & Celtic Festival

  • Date & Time: Saturday, April 5, 2025, gates open at 8:30 AM

  • Location: Historic Columbia Speedway, 2001 Charleston Highway, Cayce, SC

  • Details: This festival showcases the traditions of the United Kingdom with events including Highland athletics, Celtic music, and cultural displays.

  • Website link: Tartan Day South

We look forward to seeing you at these events! Visit our booth to learn more about Kinetic Derby Day and how you can get involved.

WEST COLUMBIA'S KINETIC DERBY DAY

SATURDAY, APRIL 26, 2025 | 10:30 AM - 3:30 PM 

MEETING ST & STATE ST | WEST COLUMBIA, SC

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