# Event Details

- **Event Name**: ZAARC Hamfest
- **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 21 Mar, 2026 at 07:00 am – Sat, 21 Mar, 2026 at 12:00 pm
- **Event Description**: A hamfest (Amateur Radio Festival) is a gathering for amateur radio enthusiasts ("hams") featuring a large flea market for buying/selling used and new radio gear, technical forums, club meetings, and license testing, serving as a social hub for networking, finding deals on equipment (like vintage radios, antennas, parts), and learning about the hobby. 

Key features of a hamfest:

Flea Market: The main draw is a massive swap meet with tables piled high with everything from antique "boat anchor" radios and components to modern gear, accessories, wires, and computer parts. Haggling is common.

Networking: A chance to meet fellow hams you've only spoken to on the air, connecting callsigns with faces.

Learning & Forums: Seminars on technical topics, emergency communications (ARES/RACES), operating modes, and legal aspects of the hobby are often held.

Commercial Vendors: Manufacturers and dealers sell new equipment, sometimes at special "hamfest prices".

License Exams: Volunteer Examiners (VEs) often conduct license exams for new hams.

Club Booths: Local and national amateur radio clubs set up tables to promote their activities. 

What to expect:

Variety: A mix of new, used, vintage, and even junk-box items for all skill levels.

Deals: Great place to find inexpensive parts like connectors, cables, and speakers, or even complete systems.

Atmosphere: A fun, community-focused event for technical-minded people to share their passion for radio.
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/zephyrhills/zaarc-hamfest/200029461793935
- **Event Categories**: business, flea, sports, festivals, workshops, meetups
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 20

## Ticket Details

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## Event venue details

- **city**: Zephyrhills
- **state**: FL
- **country**: United States
- **location**: St. Elizabeth Episcopal Church, Zephyrhills Florida
- **lat**: 28.24294
- **long**: -82.17622
- **full address**: St. Elizabeth Episcopal Church, Zephyrhills Florida, 5855 16th St,Zephyrhills,FL,United States

## Event gallery

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is ZAARC Hamfest being held?
  - **A:** ZAARC Hamfest takes place on Sat, 21 Mar, 2026 at 07:00 am to Sat, 21 Mar, 2026 at 12:00 pm at St. Elizabeth Episcopal Church, Zephyrhills Florida, 5855 16th St,Zephyrhills,FL,United States.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** ZAARC Hamfest is ideal for art lovers, trade professionals, collectors, and exhibition enthusiasts exploring the latest in their field. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Zephyrhills, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. If ZAARC Hamfest sounds like your kind of event, don't wait - spots fill up fast.

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