The next ESM: November 28th, 2026!!
01-04-2026: Registration is now open
Registration is now open for traders, clubs, SIGs and IPMS members!
We hope to see you all again at ESM 2026.
21-02-2026: Preparation for ESM 2026 commences & Competition coordinator sought
In March, we will start preparations for the ESM 2026.
Registration for traders will open on 1 April, and we hope that many will sign up again.
A few rules and costs are likely to be adjusted, so please check the information on this website carefully. One example is the choice of the number of seats required per trader, private individual and/or club.
Please also bear in mind that various volunteers are needed throughout the year and certainly on the ESM day itself, so sign up to become a volunteer.
As our competition coordinator will be stepping down after the 2026 ESM, we are looking for a new competition coordinator. If you are interested in joining our ESM team as a competition coordinator, please register via the contact form or send an email to hatczeeman00@gmail.com.
If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to ask them on the contact form on this site.
14-12-2025: Pictures of the competition published
You can view the pictures of the competition here.
14-12-2025: New pictures added to the general impression
You can view the general impression here.
14-12-2025: Results competition published
You can view the results here.
06-12-2025: First pictures now online
You can now view the first photos online here. More photos will follow soon, including photos of the competition.
Plastic model building is the most beautiful, creative and fun hobby you can imagine for young and old alike. At the annual ESM (Euro Scale Modelling) you will find everything you need: not only model kits, paint and glue, but also all the tools and materials you need for model building. What’s more, there is the traditional model building competition in various categories! The competition is open to all builders and subjects, as long as they are plastic models.
There are not only dealers with new items, but also private individuals offering books and/or model kits from their own collections for sale. And there are many model builders giving demonstrations and showing off their finest work. You can find endless inspiration for your own creations and purchase new (or old) model kits.
Admission is free for IPMS members upon presentation of their IPMS membership card.
Admission for non-members is a small fee per person, and tickets are available via the website. Children up to the age of 12 have free admission when accompanied by an adult.
IPMS NL Site
The Scale Models For Vets Foundation facilitates building events in the afternoon or evening for veterans. Kits are made available for those veterans who have to manage with little or no budget.
The site of Scale Model World in Telford
Raffle
With the raffle, which is organized during the Euro Scale Modeling, you can win nice modeling prizes. Tickets can be bought at the IPMS-counter.
IPMS Nederland
ESM is a fair of IPMS Nederland ( International Plastic Modellers’ Society Nederland ). Also this year ESM takes place in the large halls of Expo-Houten. ESM has an area of over 7.000m2. There is a lot of catering available in the halls, so you can have a chat with other visitors or make new contacts while enjoying something tasty.
For all information concerning IPMS Nederland and the ESM you will find at the IPMS info stand (near the entrance). There you will also find an overview of all models that have received a review in the IPMS magazine “Modelbouw In Plastic” (MIP ). You are most welcome!