NETNRC Hamfest 2025

NOTE: Some information is subject to change, but this document will always be updated with the latest information.

Our first annual hamfest will on Saturday, August 23, 2025 at the Unicoi County National Guard Armory which is located at 615 South Main Avenue, Erwin, TN 37650. Easy access to/from Interstate 26.

We welcome all radio enthusiasts!

Tickets are $10.00 per person. Kids 12 and under are free. CASH ONLY PLEASE!

Handicapped parking will be available.

The hamfest runs from 7:00 AM to 2:00 PM.

We will have a talk-in frequency available for ham radio (146.805 – PL 203.5) and GMRS (462.675 +5 PL 88.5).

The hamfest will feature:

  • Boneyard/swapmeet
  • VE testing ($15.00 test fee; cash only)
  • Indoor and outdoor vendors
  • Door prizes and a grand prize raffle for a BKR 5000 handheld radio. Your admission fee also provides you a ticket for the grand prize raffle.
  • Drinks and refreshments will be available for purchase.

Vendors:

  • Indoor vendor booths are $10.00. Extra tables are $5.00 each (limited availability).
  • Outdoor vendors booths are $5.00.
  • Vendor setup starts on Saturday morning at 5:30 AM.

If you have comments or questions about the hamfest, please send an email to hamfest@netnrc.org.