Yamhill Derby Days

July 17-18, 2026

Beulah Park, Yamhill Oregon

Join us to celebrate this great Yamhill tradition for more than 70 years.

Derby Car Racing, Frog Jumping, Silent Auction, Great Food, Kids Carnival, Live Music…what more could you ask for on a warm summer day in beautiful Yamhill, Oregon!

We hope to see you at
Derby Days 2026 !!!

Children racing soapbox cars on a track with hay bales, spectators watching from the side, and tents in the background.

Our Theme for 2026
Tiger Pride

An aggressive tiger mascot logo with detailed orange and black fur, white facial markings, and intense eyes.

Show your support for Yamhill Carlton Schools!
Go Tigers!!!

Event Schedule:

Friday - July 17th, 2026

12:00pm - 4:00pm: Derby Car practice
4:00pm - Vendors Open at Beulah Park
6:30pm - Court Coronation
7:30pm - Live Music in the Park

Saturday - July 18, 2026

10:00am - Parade through downtown Yamhill (more info)
11:00am - Vendors open at Beulah Park
11:30am - Silent Auction - Open
12:00pm - Flag Raising Ceremony
12:00pm - Beer Garden Opens
12:30pm - Derby Car Races (Ages 8-11)
2:00pm - Live Auction
3:00pm - Frog Jumping Contest
4:30pm - Tricycle Races (Ages 4 - 104)
7:00pm - Live Music

A parade with children and adults walking down a street decorated with football and tiger-themed decorations. A golf cart with a large inflatable rubber duck wearing a tiger-striped crown is decorated with tiger-themed balloons and signs that say 'Y.C Baseball' and 'Go Tigers.' Many children are dressed in tiger or sports team apparel, and some are holding flags. The background features small buildings, tents, and a crowd of spectators.

Yamhill Derby Days Parade

Join our Yamhill community to celebrate our town at the biggest event of the year.

If you are interested in being part of the parade, please send us a note on our Contact Us page here.

Derby Car Races

Our main event is the star of the show, as kids 8-11 scream down the legendary Beulah Park Derby Track!

If you are interested in entering a race, be sure to send us a note on our Contact Us page by clicking here.

Pink food truck selling treats like elephant ears, cinnamon sugar, and strawberry shortcake, with customers ordering outside.

Food & Drink

BBQ, Corn Dogs, Elephant Ears, Shave Ice, Fresh Lemonade, Cotton Candy…all the best eats! You won’t go hungry at Derby Days!

Check back soon to see the food & drink vendors…

Beer Garden

Beer, wine, and cider will be available for guests 21 and over with a valid ID. Thank you to Yamhill Bar & Grill for providing the beer trailer with fresh beer on tap this year!

Vendor Booths

Once you’ve got your corn dog and elephant ears, take a stroll through the park and peruse the local vendors that support Derby Days.

Handmade crafts, treats for our furry friends, or just some good ol’ information about your community - it’s all here at Yamhill Derby Days.

Check back soon to see this year’s Vendor Booths…

Pink banner with the text 'Yamhill Downtown Association' at Derby Days with people and tents in the background.
Person wearing black sneakers with pink laces running to catch a small frog jumping on a wet asphalt surface, with other people sitting on a bench in the background.

Frog Jumping Contest

Bring the biggest, baddest, longest jumping frog you can find and let’s see how far the big guy can leap!

Frogs like it wet, so watch out the Yamhill Fire Dept’s hose!

Kids Carnival

We’ll have lots of fun activities for the little ones. Games, activities, and more. Maybe even a dunk tank.
More information to come soon…

A young girl getting her face painted as a tiger by an artist at an outdoor event with several children waiting and watching.
People standing around a registration table at an outdoor event, filling out forms and browsing items, with a canopy shelter and a park in the background.

Silent Auction

Come on over and bid on some of great items donated by Yamhill residents and businesses.

Whether you’re hunting for a basket packed to the brim with Reeser’s jerky, a Tonka truck, or a beautiful Hydrangea - you’ll find it here.

Highest bidder wins!

And all the money goes to the Yamhill Community Club to fund Derby Days and care for Beulah Park.

An elderly woman riding a tricycle in the Yamhill Derby Days all-ages tricycle races, smiling and wearing a blue shirt, black shorts, and a red scarf with a floral pattern.

Tricycle Races

Jump on one of our 3-Wheelers and pedal your heart out to win the respect of the community.

Fun for all ages, from 4 to 104.

Remember, you have to slow down before you make that big turn!

Where’s All the Fun?

The Parade goes through downtown Yamhill, past T&E General Store before ending around 2nd street.

The best place to sit is on the corner near T&E General Store where the announcer and speakers will be setup.

Derby Days is held at Beulah Park on E 3rd

Parking:

There is minimal parking around Beulah Park, with limited street parking. Find a parking spot early and walk up 3rd street to the parade, or park near Larson House or Lago De Chapala and walk down to the park after the parade.

Click Here for Google Map to the park

Map showing the Yamhill Derby Days parade route marked in red that runs from south to north through a town. The route passes through a primary parade viewing area and ends at Derby Days near Beulah City Park.

Other Important Things to Know:

Is there an ATM at the park?
No. Please bring cash or credit cards to make purchases at the vendor booths and silent auction.

What should I bring?
Chairs for the parade. Sunscreen. Good vibes. An appetite for Elephant Ears and Snow Cones.
And the biggest frog you can find!

Will the Parade Have an Announcer?

Yes! The announcer will be on the corner in front of T&E General Store.

Who Puts on Derby Days?

Yamhill Community Club, a 501(c)3 non-profit, organizers Derby Days and maintains Beulah Park in conjunction with the city. Derby Days is funded by the generous donations from members of our community and local businesses.

Thank you Derby Days sponsors!

Have Questions?

If you are interested in being a Vendor, having a Booth for your organization, volunteering, or just have a question about the event, head on over to our Contact Us page and send us a note.

Click Here to go to our Contact Us page.

People are participating in a parade called Yamhill Derby Days, walking down the street with spectators on the sides cheering and sitting on the curb.
People gathered around a hay bale-lined Derby Car track at Yamhill Derby Days, watching young kids race down the track in Yamhill, OR.
A cheerful man in a beige shirt and wide-brimmed hat, sitting in a folding chair, smiling, and holding a microphone. A woman sits beside him with a clipboard, wearing a colorful shirt and hat. In the background, there are people sitting and standing
A parade with a red classic car decorated with American flags and patriotic decorations, marching down a street lined with spectators of all ages, some sitting and some standing, watching and celebrating.
Five young people, three women and two men, standing beside a 'Welcome to Yamhill' sign in front of a rustic barn, during daytime in Oregon. The women are wearing light blue dresses, and the man, who is leaning on the sign, is wearing a blue shirt.
Young man wearing a blue T-shirt and cap participating in a soapbox derby race, pushing a black soapbox car with colorful lettering, while spectators watch from the stands and seating area at an outdoor event.