61st Annual Melbourne Hamfest 2026

Join us for the 61st Annual Melbourne Hamfest, presented by the Platinum Coast Amateur Radio Society (PCARS), on Friday and Saturday, October 9-10, 2026, at the Melbourne Auditorium in Melbourne, Florida. Whether you're a longtime amateur radio operator, electronics enthusiast, maker, or simply curious about ham radio, there's something to see and do. Browse a large selection of new and used amateur radio and electronics equipment from commercial vendors, indoor sellers, tailgaters, and the popular PCARS Consignment Table. The Hamfest will feature forums and presentations, an on-site HF Special Event Station (W4MLB/61), FREE amateur radio license exams, hourly prize drawings, and major prize drawings featuring radios and other amateur radio equipment. Families are welcome! The PCARS Youth Tech Workshop gives young people ages 8-18 an opportunity to learn about electronics and soldering while building a project they can take home. Preregistration is required for the workshop. Friday, October 9: 12:00 PM-6:00 PM Saturday, October 10: 9:00 AM-3:00 PM Location: Melbourne Auditorium, 625 E. Hibiscus Blvd., Melbourne, FL 32901 Admission: $10 for adults and covers both days; youth 18 and under are FREE. Parking: FREE Come buy, sell, learn, meet fellow radio and electronics enthusiasts, and discover what amateur radio is all about! For complete event information, tickets, schedules, vendor information, Youth Tech Workshop details, and more, visit MelbourneHamfest.org.