Hamfest

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Mark your calendars for Saturday April 25th, 2026 for the Des Moines Hamfest!

Date: Saturday, April 25th, 2026

Location:  Elwell Family Food Center

Directions:  http://www.iowastatefair.org/visit/directions/

Admission:  $10.00 each, ages 12 & Under: FREE

Tables:  $20.00 for the first table, each additional table:  $15.00
The first table includes two chairs.  Additional chairs available $3 each.

Hours: 8:00am to 12:00pm

Friday Vendor Setup 3:00pm-5:00pm, Saturday Vendors setup at 7:00am, public is not admitted until 8:00am.

Online Reservations can be made by completing the form below.

Door Prizes include a Yaesu FTM-510D and a Yaesu FT-70DR/DE with accessories.  Must be present to win.

Vendors:

VE testing:  Technician, General & Extra Exams

  • Testing Fee: $15
  • Registration: 9:00 am
  • Testing: 9:30 am-11:30 am
  • No one will be admitted for testing after 9:30 am

    Hamfest table reservation

    Your name and call sign

    Your e-mail

    Phone number

    How many tables would you like to reserve?

    Per Iowa Code section 423.33(3) as an event sponsor we are required to ask if your sales (if any) are subject to sales tax. (See https://revenue.iowa.gov/taxes/tax-guidance/sales-use-excise-tax/special-events-tax-permits) for more information):

    Please enter any comments or questions below. If your sales will be subject to sales tax, please note your sales tax permit number.