ROCON - our annual scale model contest
A Full Day of Scale Modeling Fun and Competition
Every year ROC CITY Scale Modelers host ROCON, a one day scale model contest and convention. This year will be our 41st year! ROCON is held at the Genesee Valley-Henrietta Moose Lodge, 5375 West Henrietta, NY 14586. This year's show will be held on September 17, 2023.
The Event Flyer, Entry Form, and Application Forms for Vendor Tables and Sponsorship Opportunities are available below.
ROCON Schedule, Sunday September 17, 2023
10:00 AM - 1:30 PM - Registration & Viewing
1:30 PM - 4:00 PM - Judging (Viewing area open for non-entrants)
4:00 PM - 4:30 PM - Viewing & Awards
74 Judged Categories, with Master, Out-of-the-Box, and Juniors
There's a category for everyone, no matter what you build or what your age is. Gold, Silver, and Bronze awards are given for each category. In 2023, we will present these special awards:
Best In Show
Best of The Masters (Previous Winners)
Best Aircraft (Dick Bagg Memorial)
Best Armor
Best Automotive
Best Figure (Tim Frederick Memorial)
Best Ship
We also have several themed awards that have traditionally been given out in honor of club members who are no longer with us. These will be awarded again in 2023.
Jim Incavo Memorial "Flaming Cheeto": Outstanding Creativity
Capt. Jeff Rich Memorial: Best USAF Jet
Herb Wood Memorial: Best US Naval Aircraft
Bob McRae Memorial: Best Japanese Aircraft
Large Vendor Area
Large Vendor Area
Large Vendor Area
At ROCON, we have vendors that range from local and regional hobby shops, kit collectors, and those of us who have found that our "stash" has gotten a little too big. You're sure to find the kits, decals, books, paints, tools, and modeling supplies you need for your next project.
Great Raffles
Large Vendor Area
Large Vendor Area
Take your chance on the big ROCON kit raffle - you can't win if you don't play! Winners are announced throughout the day. In addition to the award you won in the contest, you may go home with more kits to add to your collection.
General Admission
Large Vendor Area
General Admission
Bring the family for a fun day - you don't need to be a member to enjoy the superbly crafted models on display. Get the kids interested in a good old-time "analog" hobby! Modeling helps develop hand-eye coordination, three-dimensional thinking and problem solving, not to mention an appreciation for history.