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McHenry Police Department
Saturday June 13th, 2026 :: 07:30 a.m. CDT

Advisory

Green St will be closed between Fairway & Turnberry from approx. 8AM-12PM for the McHenry Soapbox Derby. Please seek alternative routes.

? Road Closure Notice: Green Street ?
To accommodate the All-American Soap Box Derby, Green Street will be closed between Fairway Drive and Turnberry Drive during the following times:
? Practice Run: Saturday, June 13 | 8:00 am – 12:00 pm
? Race Day: Saturday, June 20 | 7:00 am – 5:00 pm
Detour routes will be posted via Fairway Drive, Valley Road, and Turnberry Drive. Additional closures will occur at Young Street, with traffic redirected to Timothy Street and Clover Avenue. Traffic from St. Paul Avenue will be permitted to exit southbound only through the course area to Green Street.
We understand Green Street is one of McHenry’s busiest roadways, and we sincerely appreciate the patience and understanding of our residents, businesses, and visitors as we welcome racers and families from across the region for this exciting community event.
Thank you for helping us make this long-standing McHenry tradition a safe and successful experience for everyone!

Address/Location
McHenry Police Department
333 S Green St
McHenry, IL 60050

Contact
Emergency: 9-1-1
Non-emergencies: 815-363-2200

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