Welcome to the Hobby Hideaway Racing Club
Whether you are searching for your first remote control car experience or you are a seasoned track veteran in the Ottawa and Orléans area, the Hobby Hideaway Racing Club has a spot on the starting grid for you. Conveniently located inside Place d'Orléans Shopping Centre in East Ottawa, our indoor carpet racing series brings the thrill of RC racing into a welcoming, family-friendly community environment all winter long.
Our racing program is uniquely designed to help local drivers learn, practice, and master the fundamentals of RC racing step-by-step. Come join Ottawa’s fastest-growing community of RC racers in Orléans and see what all the hype is about!
Affordable Losi NASCAR Carpet Racing
Getting into competitive RC racing doesn't have to be complicated or expensive. All of our winter racing classes are built around the 1/12 scale Losi NASCAR RC platform—the most cost-effective, durable, and easy-to-use entry point into the hobby. Ready to run right out of the box, these cars put the focus on fun and driver skill rather than the size of your wallet. Don't own a car yet? Ask about our Sunday RC rental cars for a pressure-free way to hit the carpet track!
Three Progressive Race Classes for Every Skill Level
Our indoor carpet series features a structured three-tier system that grows with you as your driving and tuning skills advance:
Class 1: Box Stock Racing (Beginner-Friendly)
Level the playing field! In our Box Stock class, everyone races with the exact same out-of-the-box Losi NASCAR equipment on a simple indoor oval layout. With car advantages eliminated, you can focus 100% on developing clean driving lines, throttle control, and track etiquette.
Class 2: Modified Class (Car Setup & Upgrades)
Ready to wrench? Our Mod Class is where you learn how mechanical tuning impacts handling on carpet. Push your car’s performance to the next level by adding approved performance upgrades and dialing in your suspension and tires for maximum grip.
Class 3: Pro Speed Class (Upgraded Electronics)
For experienced Ottawa racers looking for high-speed action, Class 3 unlocks upgraded electronics. Experience faster lap times and intense wheel-to-wheel competition as you manage extra horsepower on the track.
At Hobby Hideaway, our community is just as important as the podium. We welcome drivers and spectators from across Orléans, Ottawa, Gatineau, Eastern Ontario, and beyond.
When We Race
Saturdays are official Race Days starting at 10:30 am, while Sundays are dedicated to Practice, Open Track, and Rentals from 11 am to 5 pm.
2026–2027 Event Dates:
October:
Saturday, October 17 & Sunday, October 18
November:
Saturday, November 7 & Sunday, November 8
Saturday, November 21 & Sunday, November 22
December:
Saturday, December 5 & Sunday, December 6
Saturday, December 19 & Sunday, December 20
January:
Saturday, January 16 & Sunday, January 17
Saturday, January 30 & Sunday, January 31
February:
Saturday, February 13 & Sunday, February 14
Saturday, February 27 & Sunday, February 28
March:
Saturday, March 13 & Sunday, March 14
Saturday, March 27 & Sunday, March 28
April:
Saturday, April 10 & Sunday, April 11
Saturday, April 24 & Sunday, April 25
May:
Saturday, May 8 & Sunday, May 9
Saturday Race Days:
$15 for the first class entered, and $5 for each additional class.
Sunday Practice & Rentals:
Bring your own Losi NASCAR for $10 track time, or try out our rental cars for $20 for 20 minutes.
(Note: the track is strictly for Losi NASCAR vehicles only; no other RC cars permitted).
Where We Race:
Inside BMO Court at
Place d'Orléans Shopping Centre
Easy Access:
Free mall parking and right off Highway 174 / Place d'Orléans O-Train & Transit Station.