Horizon Hobby RC Fest
June 6-7, 2025 (CANCELLED)
Attention Hobbyist: Due to ongoing economic uncertainty and a strategic needs to refocus our resources effectively, weâve made the difficult decision to cancel Horizon RC Fest, Axialfest Badlands, and Axialfest Europe for 2025.
Stay tuned to our social channels for schedule updates and behind-the-scenes coverage. Thank you for your unwavering support. We remain committed to bringing you the innovative products and memorable RC experiences you expect from Horizon Hobby.
RC Fest 2024 Recap
Behind The Scenes
Hands On Family Fun
The Horizon RC Fest is a hands-on, fun-focused RC celebration for the entire family. Brought to you by Horizon Hobby, it is scheduled in beautiful Monticello, Illinois at Eli Field. This two day event will feature an RC airshow, RC product demonstrations, giveaways and more! Youâll also be able to get hands-on with all kinds of RC vehicles and aircraft. Refreshment vendors and a hobby store will be on site. Donât miss it!
RC Air Events
Day or night there will be plenty of aircraft in the skies over Eli Field. From the ever exciting Ring of Fire to the exhilaration 200 MPH jets there is no shortage in excitement.
Air To Air Combat
200 MPH Jet Demos
Nightly Airshows
Ring Of Fire
RC Airplane Try-Me
RC Surface Events
Non-stop, high flying, radio controlled surface action! Not only can you watch the action you can also get your hands on the transmitter and join in the fun of RC rock crawlers, off-road vehicles and even boats!
Rock Crawling Try-Me
Monster Truck Racing
Off-Road Try-Me
RC Pulling
Sumo War
Long Jump
1/8 Off-Road Race
Crawling Events
Figure 8 Racing
RC Demo Derby
Monster Truck Freestyle
Night Crawling
2025 Schedule Of Events
Tentative
Friday June 6th
10:00 AM
RC Fest Open to the Public!
All Try-me Stations Open Until 5 PM
Flight Demonstrations Begin
11:00 AM
Crawling Open
Monster Truck Bracket Racing
Pulling Demos/Competition Until 7 PM
Race Track Practice & Qualifying
12:00 PM
Figure 8
2:00 PM
Tollgate Racing
3:00 PM
Sumo Competition
4:00 PM
1/10 Crawling Competition
5:00 PM
Blindfolded Partner Racing - No Vehicle Needed!
5:30 PM
Candy Drop
7:00 PM
Night Air Show Demo
9:00 PM
Night Flying
Night Crawling
10:00 PM
Show Closed until Saturday @ 9 AM
Saturday June 7th
9:00 AM
RC Fest Open to the Public
Try-Me Stations Open until 5 PM
9:30 AM
Show and Shine Group Picture
10:00 AM
Crawling Open
11:00 AM
Demo Derby
Monster Truck Bracket Racing
Pulling Demos/Competition until 7PM
Race Track Qualifying & Main Events
12:00 PM
Air Show
Sumo Competition
1/10 Crawling Competition
1:00 PM
TollGate Racing
1:30 PM
Candy Drop
2:00 PM
Kids Glider Contest
2025 Long Jump World Championship Competition
Crawling Open
3:00 PM
Flight Demonstrations
1/10 Scale Crawling Competition
Figure 8 Racing
4:00 PM
Monster Truck Freestyle
5:00 PM
Crawling Open
Try-Me Closed
6:00 PM
Candy Drop
7:00 PM
Ring of Fire
8:00 PM
Night Air Show
Fireworks
9:00 PM
Night Crawling
10:00 PM
Show Closed
Parking
Parking passes may be purchased at the gate entrance for $10 per vehicle. Valid through the entire event weekend with in and out privilege access granted. Purchase of a parking pass includes a $15 off coupon to be used at the on site Hobby Shop.
Camping
Camping is included with the $10 parking fee! No pre-registration needed to camp at the event.
Hotel Lodging
The Best Western Monticello Gateway Inn is located a mile from the heart of the action at Eli Field and has recently been renovated. With Horizon RC Fest being two days you just might want to take advantage of this great deal so you do not miss any of the action!
Best Western
The Best Western Monticello Gateway Inn is located a mile from the heart of the action at Eli Field. With Horizon RC Fest being two days, you might want to stay the night, so you do not miss any of the action!
Hotel Amenities Include:
- 100% Smoke-Free
- Complimentary Breakfast
- Heated Indoor Pool
- Plenty of Free Parking
- Free Wireless Internet Access
Call To Make Reservations:
Address: 805 Iron Horse Place
Monticello, IL 61856
Phone: (217) 762-9436
The Best Western Monticello Gateway Inn is located a mile from the heart of the action at Eli Field. With Horizon RC Fest being two days, you might want to stay the night, so you do not miss any of the action!
Hotel Amenities Include:
- 100% Smoke-Free
- Complimentary Breakfast
- Heated Indoor Pool
- Plenty of Free Parking
- Free Wireless Internet Access
Call To Make Reservations:
Address: 805 Iron Horse Place
Monticello, IL 61856
Phone: (217) 762-9436
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