Demo Derby set for August 15

It’s that time of year again. Time for crashes, bashes and the roar of engines as the Thermopolis-Hot Springs Chamber of Commerce hosts the 2015 Thermopolis Demolition Derby.

The event will be held at the fairgounds on Saturday, Aug. 15, starting at 6 p.m.

Grand prize this year will be $3,000 cash with the second place winner taking home $1,000, third place $700 and fourth place $500 along with trophies for the top four.

In addition to the main event, there will also be a truck derby and a men’s and women’s “Herbie” derby with $1,000, $500 and $250 cash prizes awarded for the top three winners. There is a $50 entry fee for drivers.

Tickets are $10 in advance for adults, $4 for seniors and kids 5-12 years old and may be purchased at Finishing Touches, Needful Things, Carquest, Storyteller, O’Reilly Auto Parts, Black Bear Café, Reese and Ray’s IGA, the Senior Center or at the chamber office. Tickets will also be available at the door.

For more information please contact the chamber at 864-3192.