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Shuffel at Wales Rd will be closed- here are your easy detours! Photo- This photo illustrates the detour for those coming from the Canton/Massillon areas.

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2026 MARC Hamfest- MAPS Air Museum

2260 International Parkway

North Canton, OH 44720

November 1, 2026 - 8:00am to 1:00pm

SIMPLIFIED DETOUR DIRECTIONS

Note- The intersection of Shuffel and Wales Rd (SR 241) will be closed during the hamfest. Here are the detour directions. Note- this detour adds no travel time to your trip and only affects those who generally use Shuffel to reach MAPS.

From I-77 Southbound - COMING FROM NORTH / AKRON —

RECOMMENDED- Easiest detour, avoids closure entirely

Best if you are traveling southbound on I-77 from Akron / Cleveland

Take Exit 118 (Massillon Rd / OH-619 / Greensburg Rd). Go south on Massillon Rd

(SR-241) to Greensburg Rd.

Turn left onto Greensburg Rd, then right onto Global Gateway.

MAPS entrance on left.

From I-77 Northbound - COMING FROM SOUTH / CANTON, COLUMBUS

Best if you are traveling northbound on I-77 from Canton / Columbus

Take Exit 113 (Akron-Canton Airport). At light turn right onto Lauby Rd.

Go north to traffic circle. Take 2nd exit onto Greensburg Rd to Global Gateway.

Turn left onto Global Gateway — MAPS on left.

Alternative: If coming from north, use Exit 118 directions above

From Wales Ave / Local North - LOCAL ROUTE- Shown on map

Wales Ave to Strausser St — right on Strausser to Frank Ave

Left on Frank to Lauby Rd — left on Lauby to traffic circle

2nd exit onto Greensburg Rd to Global Gateway — left to MAPS.

The ICOM IC-7300 MK2 is one of our top prizes!

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2026 MARC Hamfest at MAPS Extra Prize Tickets

Our three top prizes at the 2026 MARC Hamfest at MAPS are an IC-7300 MK2, an IC-7300 and a Radioddity GD AT 10 DMR Handy Talkie!

Prices are: 1 ticket for $1, 6 tickets for $5, 12 Tickets for $10, 24 Tickets for $20, 60 tickets from $50, and 120 Tickets for $100

Extra prize tickets may be purchased online or at the Hamfest itself. Online purchases are processed by Zeffy at our secure site:

https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/2026-marc-hamfest-at-maps-extra-prize-tickets

Bring some cash and a good pair of kicks!

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The Magic of a Hamfest

As this is being we are closing in on the 2026 edition of the Massillon ARC (MARC) Hamfest at MAPS. The vendor tables have sold out again this year and we are anticipating another full house.

The “magic” of a hamfest lies in the vibrant, in-person celebration of the amateur radio community, blending the thrill of treasure hunting for unique, vintage gear with the camaraderie of meeting with fellow enthusiasts (some whom you haven’t seen since last year!). It offers a tangible, high energy experience that features a flea market, technical demos, and face to face connections that can’t be replicated online or anywhere else.

Key elements of the "magic" include:

The Hunt and Discovery: Attendees can scour dealer tables and tailgates for rare vintage electronics, project parts, or bargain equipment, where the next item could be a unique, homebrew treasure.
Real-Life Connection: It’s a chance to meet people from online forums or over-the-air contacts in person, strengthening community ties.
Hands-On Learning: Many hamfests feature live, interactive presentations, and workshops, allowing attendees to see experimental hardware and learn directly from experts.
A "High-Tech" Social Club: It’s a gathering focused on celebrating the hobby and supporting fellow hams, often described as "the friendliest" places to connect with those who share a passion for radio technology.
Tangible Expertise: It allows for examining gear firsthand, discussing projects in detail, and getting hands-on with equipment, from modern transceivers to antique "boat anchors".

If you have an opportunity to visit a hamfest this year by all means go. It is an experience you will never forget!

Don't forget-- The Massillon ARC Hamfest at MAPS will be 11/1! Put it on your calendar!

These are the sponsors who make this great event possible!

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The 2026 MARC Hamfest at MAPS is coming up 11/1! Please consider our sponsors for your ham radio related purchases. Without their generosity we wouldn’t be able to bring you our world-class hamfest. These businesses, small and larger, have made a commitment to give back to the ham radio community in a real, tangible way and enable us to complete our mission of promoting the world's greatest hobby in our community and beyond.

Please support these fine businesses when making ham radio related purchases. We thank them sincerely for their sponsorship of the 2026 MARC Hamfest at MAPS!

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