This year, Pack 919 in La Mirada will host the Pio Pico District Pinewood Derby for Scouts at the pack and troop levels. At the pack level, Scouts will race by den, and at the troop level, Scouts will race in the middle school or high school division. Additionally, we will race the overall fastest Pinewood Derby Cars for the Pack level and for the Troop level. We will also have sibling races and design awards. The cost is $8 per entry, which includes an Official Pinewood Derby Patch.

Location: East Whittier United Methodist Church - Geer Hall - 10005 Cole Rd. Whittier, CA 90603

Date: Saturday, January 17, 2026

• Car Check-in: 11 AM on race day
• Races start: 12 PM
• Attire: Class A uniforms

We will also have other activities for the scouts to participate in, including a second track for unofficial car racing, similar to past years. So, bring your old cars if you still have them. There will be lunch, snack, and drink options for sale at the concession stand. 

2026 Pinewood Derby Workshop - East Whittier United Methodist Church 
Pack 919 will be hosting two Pinewood Derby Workshops leading up to the event, where you can purchase and build your Official Pinewood Derby Car Kit for $10. 

• Saturday, December 20 from 9-11 AM
• Saturday, January 10 from 9-11 AM

Event Contact:
Adult and Scout volunteers are needed for each event. Please contact me below to coordinate.
Mariah Johnson - pack919lm@gmail.com - (562) 735-9034