NORTHEAST HAMXPOSITION 2026

[Christopher Ranney]

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 NORTHEAST HAMXPOSITION 2026

 

“Where Knowledge Radiates℠”

 

August 13–16, 2026

 

Best Western Royal Plaza Hotel & Trade Center

 

181 Boston Post Road, Marlborough, MA

 

 https://hamxposition.org

 

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HamX draws nearly 1,800 attendees from across the region and beyond each year — and for good reason. Here's what your members can look forward to:

 

 THURSDAY NIGHT: MAGIC SHOW

 

Kick things off Thursday evening with a performance by Jack Miller, whose brand of close-up and parlor magic has been described as "Gomez Addams meets Wile E. Coyote." Jack's whimsical, chaotic style delivers equal parts smiles, laughs, and genuine gasps — a perfect way to start the convention on a fun and memorable note.

 

 SATURDAY KEYNOTE: Everton Henriques, KD2ZZT

 

Everton is a technology teacher at Staten Island Technical High School who has woven amateur radio into his engineering classroom in creative and inspiring ways. A graduate of two levels of the ARRL Teacher's Institute and co-founder of his school's ham radio club WS1THS, Everton's passion for getting students licensed and on the air is contagious. His keynote is sure to leave you energized about the future of our hobby.

 

 FRIDAY DX/CONTEST BANQUET: Max Freedman, N4ML

 

Max was first licensed at age 12 and has wasted no time making his mark. He's a 2026 WRTC competitor, DXpeditioner (including the rare 3Y0K Bouvet Island activation), active contester, and member of YCCC, NCDXF, INDEXA, and the Caribbean Contesting Consortium — and he's still in his early twenties. Max has turned his passion into his profession, working full-time at the ARRL's Education and Learning Department. A rising star in every sense.

 

 SATURDAY GRAND BANQUET: Katie Campbell, KE8LQR

 

Katie was licensed at age ten and has since become one of the most impressive young operators in the country. An active CW operator, contester, member of the North Coast Contesters and Bavarian Contest Club, former youth instructor for the Long Island CW Club, and Youth on the Air PR manager for the Americas — Katie brings an extraordinary breadth of experience and enthusiasm to everything she does. She's heading off to college this fall, and the future of amateur radio couldn't be in better hands.

 

 OUTSTANDING SESSIONS & FORUMS

 

HamX is known for the sheer number and quality of its educational sessions, covering:

 

• Antennas & Propagation

 

• Emergency Communications & EMCOM/ARES

 

• Contesting & DXing

 

• VHF/UHF/Microwave & Mesh Networking

 

• POTA, SOTA & On-The-Air Activities

 

• Technology, SDR & AI in Amateur Radio

 

• STEM & Youth Outreach

 

• Club Management (dedicated "Club Track")

 

• SKYWARN & Public Service

 

• NEQRP Symposium, Open Mic Story Hour, YL Meet & Greet, and much more

 

License exam sessions are also available for those working toward upgrades.

 

 INDOOR FLEA MARKET & VENDOR EXHIBITS

 

Browse a wide selection of equipment, accessories, antennas, cables, test gear, and hard-to-find parts from top vendors.

 

 PRIZES

 

HamX features an ARRL-sanctioned prize program with exciting drawings at each banquet and the Sunday Closing Ceremonies.

 

This year's convention is especially significant as the official 2026 ARRL New England Division Convention — the premier amateur radio gathering in our region.

 

We encourage you to forward this message to your full membership, post it on your club's website or reflector, and mention it at your next meeting. Full details and ticketing are at https://hamxposition.org.

 

We look forward to seeing you on the air and in Marlborough this August!

 

73,

 

Ken Miller – WB1DX

 

HamX Marketing Team Member

 

P.S. — Whether you're a newly licensed Technician or a seasoned Extra, there is truly something for everyone at HamX. Don't miss it!