06/14/2026
Field Day is ham radio’s open house. Every June, more than 31,000 hams throughout North America set up temporary transmitting stations in public places to demonstrate ham radio’s science, skill and service to our communities and our nation.
Field Day combines public service, emergency preparedness, community outreach, and technical skills all in a single event. Field Day has been an annual event since 1933, and remains the most popular event in ham radio.
Anyone may become a licensed Amateur Radio operator. There are over 725,000 licensed hams in the United States, as young as 5 and as old as 100. With clubs such as the Albemarle Amateur Radio Club, it’s easy for anybody to get involved right here in Central Virginia.
Where:
Earlysville Volunteer Fire Company at 283 Reas Ford Road in Earlysville. Please park in the rear lot behind the building.
When:
From 2 pm Saturday, June 27 to 2 pm Sunday, June 28. Stop in anytime!
Activities:
Watch the Action
The club’s operators will be running three stations for the full 24-hour period. Observe voice, Morse code (CW), and data modes.
Get on the Air!
There is a dedicated station where a licensed club mentor will guide you through a script to make and log your own contact! You will receive a certificate of your accomplishment as a memento of your participation in the worldwide amateur radio hobby.
Educational Activities
There will be several educational opportunities for all ages. Details of activities coming soon!
Meet the Hams
Drop by for a cool refreshment. Pull up a chair, and join in on the lively conversation. Ham radio folks love a good ragchew (discussion)!
The Amateur Radio Relay League (ARRL)
Field Day is a national event of the Amateur Radio Relay League (ARRL). You may learn more about field day from the ARRL’s website.
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