Learn All About SPARK-CON!

SPARK-CON, The ARRL Midwest Division Convention will be held from 12:00 Noon to 5:00 PM, Friday, October 9, 2026, and from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM,
Saturday, October 10, 2026.

Key Event Info

  • Vendor & Exhibitors – Explore the latest in amateur radio gear and technology.
  • Swap Meet – Buy, sell, and trade equipment
  • Full Seminar Schedule – Learn from expert speakers.
  • License Testing – Get your amateur radio license or upgrade.
  • Get On The Air Special Event Station
  • Air Mobile Contacts Saturday – Get a Certificate!
  • Thousands worth in Prizes – including hourly door prizes!
  • Emergency Preparedness – Hands-on demos and discussions.
  • Near Space Balloon Launch – A thrilling high-altitude experiment.
  • Transmitter Hunt & Antenna Clinic – Test your skills in direction-finding.
  • Hamfest Dinner – Friday Night from 6:00 – 8:00 PM.
  • Grand Prize Drawing – Saturday at close of show(not present to win)
  • Youth STEM Presentation and Seminars
Admission$10
Friday Night Banquet Dinner$25
Commercial Booth $50
Flea Market/Vendor Table$20
Club Table$10
Electrical Power$10
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SPARK-CON 2026 Event Flyer

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Attendees seated at long tables talking before the keynote dinner
2026 Map of the SPARK-CON events showing the buildings each event takes place