The Hobby Shop Dayton

The Hobby Shop in Dayton is a longtime independent store selling RC cars, model trains (O/HO/N), airplanes, boats, paints, tools and gaming supplies. The shop is located near the Dayton Mall at 153 N. Springboro Pike and maintains regular hours daily.

Beyond retail, the store runs in‑store activities including indoor slot‑car and HO track sessions, indoor flying in winter, and organized RC/slot racing nights with published schedules and practice sessions. Contact the shop or check its site for the latest event calendar.

A compact, well‑stocked specialty shop popular with local hobbyists and families.

Look out for:

• Dedicated RC section with cars, trucks, parts and outdoor practice/racing information.

• Model train layouts (O/HO/N) and slot‑car track space for practice and races.

• Published slot‑car schedule with practice and race fees posted on the official site.

• Seasonal indoor flying sessions and holiday schedule notices.

Best way to experience it:

Drop in during weekday evenings or scheduled race nights to see the tracks in use; call (937) 436‑6161 or check the store website for the current slot‑car schedule, practice rates and any holiday hour changes.

• Address: 153 N. Springboro Pike #A (near Dayton Mall).

• Regular hours listed on the site: Mon–Sat and shorter Sunday hours; verify before visiting.

• Slot‑car practice and race fees and schedule are posted on the store's official site.

• Phone ahead for event nights or to confirm space for in‑store activities.