Valleycon uses a hybrid judging system. Automotive and aircraft classes are judged using traditional IPMS style (1-2-3) judging while all other classes are done on the Open (Chicago/Gold-Silver-Bronze) System. We feature over 30 categories, including two junior and two Gundam classes. We are requesting that entrants use some sort of base to reduce the need for judges to touch the model itself. (A limited number will be available.) The contest room is very well lit and we raise the tables to make viewing easier. Contest forms will be available on the club website and we encourage entrants to use these addressable forms.

We offer almost 60 vendor spaces in a fully accessible banquet hall. Our raffle has almost a thousand dollars worth of new, sealed kits. Food is available on site from the K of C kitchen. , Entry fee is $5.00 for the first three models and $2.00 for each additional entry to a maximum of $15.00 for unlimited entries. Junior entrants, 16 and under, have no entry fee. General admission is $5.00

Main Theme: “Classic Plastic.”  Any model or entry from 1989 and earlier; must show Proof of Age; no Aftermarket items; and no Photo-etch parts. 

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 for any car model representing a Hot Wheel; must have matching Hot Wheel in whether in original package or not.

“SUVs" any sports utility vehicle sponsored by Hope Contractors (all types, all scales, all eras). 

“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. 

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

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The IPMS/Fremont (OH) KitBashers chapter and the Toledo Plastic Modelers club are hosting their first model show in many years.  It will be held at the Quality Inn, Perrysburg, Ohio, on Saturday, April 20, 2024.  We are still in the planning stages, more information will follow.