Hamvention 2026 has come and gone, but the excitement lingers. With nearly 38,000 attendees flooding the Greene County Fairgrounds in Xenia, Ohio, this year’s event once again proved why it’s the premier gathering for amateur radio operators worldwide.

If you couldn’t make it—or if you want to relive the magic—I’ve got you covered. Jason (KM4ACK) and I teamed up for a full early-morning walkthrough on Saturday. We hit the floor right before the crowds arrived, giving you a calm, comprehensive look at everything the show had to offer.

Watch the full video here: Hamvention Walk Thru with Jason, KM4ACK

What We Covered in the Walkthrough

We started bright and early, wandering the massive indoor and outdoor spaces with minimal foot traffic. This gave us time to really explore without dodging the usual sea of hams. Highlights included:

• Major manufacturers and vendors: Big names in radios, antennas, and accessories.
• QRP and portable gear — Perfect for those of us who love lightweight, field-friendly setups.
• Antenna solutions — From hex beams to innovative mobile mounts.
• Digital and mesh networking displays, including AREDN.
• The famous food scene — We made sure to shout out those legendary pork chop sandwiches (a Hamvention must-try!).

The conversation flowed naturally as we pointed out interesting finds, chatted about practical ham radio gear, and shared tips for first-timers and veterans alike. Jason’s insights paired perfectly with the tour, making it feel like you’re walking the aisles with friends.

Special Discounts & Coupon Codes from the Video

During the walkthrough, we highlighted several excellent vendors and partners. Here are the links and deals we mentioned:

• The QRP Store — Great selection for portable and low-power operators → theqrpstore.com
• REZ Antennas at DX Engineering → dxengineering.pxf.io/zzb2J0
• Ham Boutique Desk Pad — Stylish and functional for your shack → hamboutique.com
• Signal Stuff Antennas → signalstuff.com/?ref=3200
• Lido Mount — Excellent mobile and portable mounting solutions → lidoradio.com
• Gigaparts — Use code KC5HWB for double points – Click Here
• VHQ Hex Beams → vhqhex.com
• DigiRig → digirig.net/p/1
• Specfive → specfive.com
• Rokland → store.rokland.com/?ref=ajzrmhfe

These are all companies I personally trust and use. Supporting them helps keep the content coming, so thank you if you check them out!

Why Hamvention Still Matters

Even in 2026, walking the floor at Hamvention reminds you why we love this hobby. It’s not just about buying gear—it’s about the people, the ideas, the late-night (or early-morning) conversations, and the shared passion for amateur radio. Whether you’re into contesting, emergency comms, QRP, digital modes, or just collecting QSL cards, there’s something for everyone.

Missed it this year? Start planning for 2027 now. And in the meantime, watch our walkthrough to get inspired for your next build, activation, or shack upgrade.

73, and we’ll see you in the next one!

— Ham Radio 2.0 (KC5HWB) & Jason (KM4ACK)

Have you attended Hamvention 2026? Drop your favorite moment or best purchase in the comments. What should we cover next?