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July 16, 2024

Our last meeting before the official hamfest was held on June 25 and we think about everything is in order. If you'd like to reserve a spot, you can use our online reseveration form. You'll find it by clicking here. There's a good chance that there's going to be no more tables available inside, so you should be prepared to bring your own table(s) if you need any.

One thing that you should be aware of, if you're a no-cal, no-show by 7:45 AM, your reserved table will be up for grabs. If you can't make it on time, the table will be given to the next requester. If you called and still aren't there by 9 AM, your reserved table will be given to someone else.

The Hamfest starts at 8 AM and you must be there no later than 15 minutes before the opening otherwise you'll forfeit your space(s). If for some reason, you can't make it by that time, call our reservation coordinator (his number is on the reservation page) and let him know that you're running late. If you don't show up by 9 AM, we will have to give your table to another vendor.

Click here for vendor reservations

IT'S FREE?

It will be free as long as possible. We have had several donors who have covered the rental costs at the Jay County Fairgrounds. A HUGE thanks go out to our donors who made this possible and not take away from some awesome door prizes we'll be giving away this year. We use the money from donations and from extra ticket sales to make each year's ECI Hamfest even better!

We're not tax accountants, but we understand that since the ECI Hamfest is a registered 501(C)( 3) not-for-profit charitable organization that any donations are fully tax deductible.

Places to Stay:

We've included three local motels on our flyer to stay during our event that are very convenient to the Fairgrounds. Because of limited numbers of rooms, it's best to reserve early. We've also provided discount codes that may help a bit. If you'd like to see other nearby motels that are in easy driving range (and compare prices), Randolph Inn & Suites in Winchester is about 20 miles south and several other motels are located in Berne (about 16 miles north on US 27) and Decatur (about 28 miles north on US 27). Decatur generally offers slightly better pricing, but it's best to check first for best pricing and availability. No matter, if you're planning on staying for one or two nights, to repeat, make your reservations early.