IPMS Niagara Frontier invites you to our 42nd annual Model Show and Contest in Cheektowaga, New York on April 4, 2027. BuffCon is a one day show in a Buffalo, New York suburb with a long history of great models to see and great vendors to help increase your collection.

The show is in two adjacent halls, one for the contest and a newly remodeled hall for vendors and refreshments. We typically see around 425 model entries and 50+ vendor tables so there's plenty to look at.

We open at 9:00 with entry registration until 1:00 and awards starting at 4:00. The contest room is open during judging and we have an all day raffle going on.

For our Canadian friends, Canadian $$ are accepted at par for admission, model entries and raffle tickets.

We hope to see you here in Cheektowaga NY on April 4, 2027.

This is our yearly IPMS Las Vegas event and vendor show at the Orleans Hotel and Casino (4500 W Tropicana Ave, Las Vegas, NV 89103).

53 contest categories, IPMS judging criteria, and lots of vendors. 

Adult Models entry is $15 first 2 & $2 each additional, Junior models (17 and under) FREE unlimited entries. General admission (non-contest) Adults & Family is $5 each, Children 12 and under are free. Active Duty Military & First Responders are Free. 

The annual model contest and show held in historic downtown Leavenworth, the first city in Kansas.  Hosted by the IPMS Prison City Modelers, the contest is held the first weekend in October, and this year's date is October 3, 2026.

There will be a raffle, vendor room, and the venue is within walking distance of museums and places to eat. The fort is the third oldest post in continuous operation in the US Army, and hosts the Frontier Army Museum dedicated to the history of the US Army in the west. There are hotels within walking distance of the contest, and a variety of shops close by. 

Doors open at 9:00 a.m. for registration which runs until noon.  Judging begins at 12:00 p.m. and the awards ceremony is at 3:00 p.m. sharp.  The special theme for the 2026 contest is "Land of the Rising Sun."  Any vehicle, person, or object from Japan is eligible for this category. 

Vendor’s tables are $10 each.  Set-up time begins at 8:00 a.m. on October 3, and you can pay at the registration desk when you arrive.  However, you must reserve your tables in advance.  Send an email to the contest chairman with the number of tables to reserve as the space does fill up. 

Looking forward to seeing you in Leavenworth in October. 

North Louisiana’s only Scale Model Competition hosted by the local IPMS Chapter, Red River Modelers (RRM).

The RRM is proud to announce their 2027 annual plastic scale model contest:  RiverCon XIV on March 13, 2027.

Our theme this year is “80th Anniversary of the U.S. Air Force” Anything USAF from September 1947 to present day (i.e. military vehicles, aircraft, boats, figures, etc.).

We will also have special awards for:

“The President’s Choice Award” will go the Best Model (as chosen by the RRM Club President.)

“Wings of the Mighty Eighth: Harold “Buck” Rigg Memorial Award” is anything related to the 8th Air Force from WWII to present and covering all aircraft to missiles.

“Bud Lindemann Car and Track Award” is car theme sponsored by Broadmoor Nails & Spa for any past, present and future. (all types, all scales, all eras).

“60th Anniversary of the Chevy Camaro" special car theme sponsored by Hope Contractors.   Any ’Vette” built from 1953 to present day. (all types, all scales).     

“Patton’s Cup” for any US Army or US made tank regardless of whose markings are on them, all sizes/all eras, except dioramas.

A People’s Choice Award given to an entry based on general public’s vote.

The Grand Master’s Category & Award.  We’ve created a special category for any model that has won the “Best of Class” award at any level whether local, regional National, or other modeling contest venue.  “Best of Class” meaning Best Aircraft, Best Auto, Best of Show, etc.  This category is not for those who won theme awards, special wards, or the individual category winners (typical 1st, 2nd, or 3rd place winners).  Models in this category are not eligible for any other show or contest awards; i.e. Theme, President’s Award, Best of Show, etc.  Must bring proof; i.e. trophy accompanying the entry. 

Schedule of Events:

• 7:30 am: Center opens for Vendor Setup
• 9 am: Show/Contest open to the public
• 10 am: Raffles begins
• 11:00 am: Pre-Judges Meeting
• 11:55 am: Judges Meeting
• 12 pm: Contest Registration ends
• ASAP: Judging
• 3:30 pm: Award Ceremony
• NLT 5 pm: End of Show

Checkout our Facebook Contest Page for up-to-date info!

https://www.facebook.com/RiverConIPMS