10 R/C Events to Put on Your Calendar for 2025
2025 is here and it's time to look ahead to a new year and new ways to have fun in the R/C hobby. One of the best ways to experience the hobby and get to know other hobbyists is through events.
No matter what area of the hobby you're focused on, there are no shortage of R/C events to attend during the new year. Here are 10 events in 2025 to help you further your R/C hobby experience.
JConcepts Winter Dirt Indoor Nationals - February 7 - 9, 2025
Kicking off JConcepts' 2025 Indoor National Series is the Winter Dirt Indoor Nats, held at Trackside Hobbies in Brookfield, WI. Geared toward pro-level racers, this should be a good event to attend as a spectator if you want to find out what goes into the competition side of R/C racing.
Learn about the JConcepts Indoor National Series at jconcepts.net.
Motorama - February 15 & 16, 2025
If you're looking for an event that rolls the R/C hobby and motorsports into one giant festival, look no further than Motorama. This annual indoor event is a showcase of speed and includes radio-controlled oval, drag, and off-road racing racing, an R/C demolishion derby, plus full-size karting and motocross competitions (and much more.)
Visit motoramaevents.com to learn more.
RC Lowrider Connect Super Show - March 29, 2025
If you're a fan of lowriders in any scale, the 2025 Lowrider Super Show in Tampa, FL should be a great place to soak in the artistic beauty of 1:1 and smaller lowrider creations. This event not only gives the opportunity to view some amazing machines, but you can also show off your R/C lowrider, enter raffles, and more.
Learn more at rclowriderconnect.com.
Beat the Creek - May 2 - May 4, 2025
Looking for an extreme R/C crawler experience? Look no further than Beat the Creek. This popular event is back again in 2025 and features a variety of courses that will test your driving skills and your rig's durability.
Learn more about Beat the Creek 2025.
Axialfest Badlands - June 18 - 21, 2025
If you're an Axial owner and R/C crawling fanatic in the Midwest looking for a fantastic experience, Axialfest Badlands is one event to put on your calendar. Held at Badlands Offroad Park in Attica, IN, this multi-day Axial adventure combines R/C crawling and trail driving with camping and a healthy dose of outdoor adventure.
Learn more about Axialfest Badlands 2025 at horizonhobby.com.
RC Fest XV - July 26 & 27, 2025
The festival that began as a way to raise awareness for blood donations is hosting its 15th and final event in 2025. RC Fest combines radio-controlled action with camping, competitions, and fun to provide an experience that's perfect for hobbyists of any skill level.
Visit rcfest.net to learn about RC Fest XV.
Axialfest - July 17 - 20, 2025
If you want to venture into the outdoors of California with your Axial rig, there's no better event to attend than Axialfest. Located at Robbs Resort, this multi-day event features many of the same activities found at Axialfest Badlands, but in a much different setting.
Learn more about Axialfest 2025 at horizonhobby.com.
Horizon Hobby RC Fest - TBA
Perfect for R/C enthusiasts of any skill level, Horizon Hobby's RC Fest is a great opportunity to try your hand at several types of radio-controlled vehicles. If you're a seasoned vet, you can bring your own machines to race, crawl, or bash, as well as testing out some new-to-you models.
Find out more about Horizon Hobby RC Fest at horizonhobby.com.
Pro-Line by the Fire - TBA
Before the winter months arrive, Pro-Line by the Fire is a great way to enjoy some outdoor R/C action. Hosted in California, this themed event is a great opportunity to meet fellow hobbyists and enjoy the hobby through trailing, competitions, and more.
Learn about Pro-Line by the Fire at prolineracing.com.
Flite Fest - TBA
If you prefer to get your R/C kicks in the clouds, Flite Fest, hosted by Flite Test, looks like an amazing opportunity to do just that. Geared toward R/C aircraft fanatics of any skill level, this multi-day festival of flight offers open flying, workshops, and much more.
Visit flitefest.com to learn more about this year's event.
Of course, this list is only a small sample of the many events taking place in 2025. If there are other events that should be listed here, drop me a line at [email protected].
