2026 ARRL RADIO FIELD DAY EVENT:
Join the FUN! Ham Radio Event, Maker Activities, Games, Movie Night, all in one! Hosted by members of Sci-Tech Amateur Radio Society (STARS), and New England Sci-Tech (NEST).
WHAT:
Family Friendly Event! Ham Radio Field Day has Educational Demonstrations, Maker Activities, Telescopes (weather permitting). Hosted by members of Sci-Tech Amateur Radio Society (STARS), New England Amateur Radio (NEAR), and New England Sci-Tech (NEST).
WHEN:
2026, Full Event: Sat June 27, 2pm to Sun, June 28, 2pm.
Public hours: Sat 2–5 pm and Sun 10 am to 2 pm for tours, soldering workshop, maker activities, hidden transmitter hunts, and license testing. (License exam is 12 pm Sunday)
WHERE:
New England Sci-Tech, 16 Tech Circle, Natick.
Field Day runs outside in vans and tents running off alternative power to simulate emergency conditions. However, the building is open for tours, restrooms, maker activities, etc.
WHO MAY PARTICIPATE:
Members of the general public, radio amateurs, scouts, and their friends and families are welcome to participate. You don’t need a radio license to participate, as you can operate with one of the club’s General or Extra class licensees as the control operator. On-site training will be provided.
Sign up using the form below to let us know when you will be participating and how many in your group.