Ice Storm 2025
Experience the Thrill of the Ice Storm Drone Racing Competition!
The Ice Storm Drone Racing Competition is a three-day event, taking place on Friday, April 11, Saturday, April 12 and Sunday, April 13, 2025.
It is one of the largest and most electrifying INDOOR drone racing events in the United States and takes place annually at the world-renowned Pettit National Speed Skating Olympic Training Facility, bringing together top talent, cutting-edge technology, and an atmosphere charged with excitement.
Who Races?
School Teams
Middle School, High School and College Teams
Anyone can form a team. Each team consists of 2-4 members, including pilots, spotters, and pit crew. Teams must register to compete in three thrilling events: the Drone Drag Race, the Gated Course Race spanning two Olympic ice rinks connected by a tunnel, and the Pit Challenge.
To compete in this high-stakes competition teams must order official race kits. To learn what a kit consists of click here:
Professional Pilots
Race with your MultiGP Drone Racing Chapter
The Pros fly on Friday to secure seeding and gear up for race day on Sunday! Saturday is all about learning and collaboration, as the pros step in to offer valuable tips, advice, and hands-on support to teams during the exciting Pit Challenges. Don’t miss this incredible opportunity to sharpen your skills and connect with the best in the sport!
What Makes Ice Storm So Unique?
Where do we start? We are indoors, we have the best track designer in the world, we have student teams, we have pros, we have Five33, and participants win money!
Teams and Pros that compete in heats and rank in the standings will take home prize money—potentially enough to re-equip and upgrade their gear for the 2026 season. This exciting incentive makes the competition even more thrilling and rewarding for all participants!
Don’t miss this one-of-a-kind event that combines high-stakes competition with education and community!
Mark your calendar and join us at the Pettit Center for the Ice Storm Drone Racing Competition. Whether you’re a drone enthusiast or just looking for an unforgettable event, this is your chance to witness the future of racing in action!