Annual Zucchini Car Races at Sonoma’s Tuesday Night Market

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Get Ready for the Annual Zucchini Races!

Rev up your creativity and get your zucchinis rolling! Whether you’re young or young at heart, this is your chance to show off your racing skills and artistic flair. Not sure where to start? Join the Sonoma Community Center for a FREE Zucchini Car Races Workshop, Sunday, August 17, 2025, from 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM.

• Registration Opens at 5:00pm
• Races Start at 6:00pm

Zucchini Race Rules 

Race Categories:

• Small Zucchinis: Less than 10″ in length
• Medium Zucchinis: Less than 11″-15″ in length
• Large Zucchinis: 16″ or longer

All entries must be **10″ or less in width** to ensure fair racing.

Judging Criteria:

• Speed: How fast can your zucchini zoom down the track?
• Best in Show: It’s not just about speed! Get creative and decorate your zucchini for a chance to win the Best in Show award.

Special Treat for Young Racers!

Thanks to Aunt Betty’s Corndogs, all children under 18 who enter the race will receive a delicious corndog—on the house!

How to Enter:

• Prepare your zucchini racer according to the size guidelines.
• Bring your zucchini to the registration table before the race starts.
• Let the fun begin!