November amateur radio contests 2025

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November is one of the most active months in the amateur radio calendar. After summer events like IOTA contest or Field Day comes a series of contests where fans of CW, Single Side Band, digital modes, and QRP operations. This article provides an overview of the most interesting contests awaiting us in November 2025 - from small hourly competitions to legendary world DX marathons.

🏁 Beginning of the month: memories, friendships, and club activity

Immediately November 1st the month starts Silent Key Memorial contest, ktorý si pripomína zosnulých rádioamatérov. Krátky CW pretek (06:00–08:59 Duration ) má symbolický význam – nejde o veľké bodovanie, ale o spojenia venované kolegom, ktorí Already neodpovedajú z druhej strany éteru.

On the same day also takes place IPARC contest (CW round), organized By the international postal amateur radio organization. The following day (2nd November) continues Single Side Band round, takže účastníci môžu využiť obe pásma a oba módy. Tieto preteky majú priateľský charakter – nejde len o počet QSO, but also the possibility of establishing connections between radio amateurs from different countries belonging to IPARC., but also the possibility of establishing connections between radio amateurs from different countries belonging to IPARC., but also the possibility of establishing connections between radio amateurs from different countries belonging to IPARC., but also the possibility of establishing connections between radio amateurs from different countries belonging to IPARC., but also the possibility of establishing connections between radio amateurs from different countries belonging to IPARC., but also the possibility of establishing connections between radio amateurs from different countries belonging to IPARC., but also the possibility of establishing connections between radio amateurs from different countries belonging to IPARC., but also the possibility of establishing connections between radio amateurs from different countries belonging to IPARC., but also the possibility of establishing connections between radio amateurs from different countries belonging to IPARC., but also the possibility of establishing connections between radio amateurs from different countries belonging to IPARC., but also the possibility of establishing connections between radio amateurs from different countries belonging to IPARC., but also the possibility of establishing connections between radio amateurs from different countries belonging to IPARC., but also the possibility of establishing connections between radio amateurs from different countries belonging to IPARC. , but also for the opportunity to establish connections between radio amateurs from different countries who belong to IPARC.

An interesting aspect of the first weekend of November is also Russian youth competition 'Druzhba' (Friendship). The goal is to involve young operators and motivate them to CW and Single Side Band operation on HF bands. Such competitions help to keep the younger generation interested in radio amateurs - something that is needed in every country.

🌍 International contests and DX challenges

From From 1st to 3rd November will appear in the ether ARRL Sweepstakes contest CW, one of the oldest and most prestigious CW contests in the USA. Typical for this contest is that each participant must transmit a complex code containing the sequence number, call sign, category, and the year they obtained their license. It is a test of patience and accuracy - typical of the American Contesting school., one of the oldest and most prestigious CW contests in the USA. Typical for this contest is that each participant must transmit a complex code containing the sequence number, call sign, category, and the year they obtained their license. It is a test of patience and accuracy - typical of the American Contesting school., one of the oldest and most prestigious CW contests in the USA. Typical for this contest is that each participant must transmit a complex code containing the sequence number, call sign, category, and the year they obtained their license. It is a test of patience and accuracy - typical of the American Contesting school., one of the oldest and most prestigious CW contests in the USA. Typical for this contest is that each participant must transmit a complex code containing the sequence number, call sign, category, and the year they obtained their license. It is a test of patience and accuracy - typical of the American Contesting school., one of the oldest and most prestigious CW contests in the USA. Typical for this contest is that each participant must transmit a complex code containing the sequence number, call sign, category, and the year they obtained their license. It is a test of patience and accuracy - typical of the American Contesting school., one of the oldest and most prestigious CW contests in the USA. Typical for this contest is that each participant must transmit a complex code containing the sequence number, call sign, category, and the year they obtained their license. It is a test of patience and accuracy - typical of the American Contesting school., one of the oldest and most prestigious CW contests in the USA. Typical for this contest is that each participant must transmit a complex code containing the sequence number, call sign, category, and the year they obtained their license. It is a test of patience and accuracy - typical of the American Contesting school., one of the oldest and most prestigious CW contests in the USA. Typical for this contest is that each participant must transmit a complex code containing the sequence number, call sign, category, and the year they obtained their license. It is a test of patience and accuracy - typical of the American Contesting school., one of the oldest and most prestigious CW contests in the USA. Typical for this contest is that each participant must transmit a complex code containing the sequence number, call sign, category, and the year they obtained their license. It is a test of patience and accuracy - typical of the American Contesting school., one of the oldest and most prestigious CW contests in the USA. Typical for this contest is that each participant must transmit a complex code containing the sequence number, call sign, category, and the year they obtained their license. It is a test of patience and accuracy - typical of the American Contesting school., one of the oldest and most prestigious CW contests in the USA. Typical for this contest is that each participant must transmit a complex code containing the sequence number, call sign, category, and the year they obtained their license. It is a test of patience and accuracy - typical of the American Contesting school., one of the oldest and most prestigious CW contests in the USA. Typical for this contest is that each participant must transmit a complex code containing the sequence number, call sign, category, and the year they obtained their license. It is a test of patience and accuracy - typical of the American Contesting school., one of the oldest and most prestigious CW contests in the USA. Typical for this contest is that each participant must transmit a complex code containing the sequence number, call sign, category, and the year they obtained their license. It is a test of patience and accuracy - typical of the American Contesting school., jedna z najstarších a najprestížnejších CW súťaží v USA. Typické pre tento pretek je, že každý účastník musí During spojení odovzdávať komplexný kód obsahujúci poradové číslo, výzvu, kategóriu a rok, kedy získal licenciu. Je to výzva na trpezlivosť a presnosť – typické pre americkú contestovú školu.

The same weekend also falls UK/EI DX contest Single Side Band - a contest that connects the British Isles with the rest of the world. Although some radio amateurs point out organizational disputes and 'Ham Spirit' issues, operationally it is an attractive opportunity to make many contacts with British stations. – a race that connects the British Isles with the rest of the world. Although some radio amateurs point to organizational disputes and 'Ham Spirit' issues, from an operational point of view it is an attractive opportunity to get a lot of connections with British stations.

An interesting addition is also WAB DX contest, where stations from the UK transmit their locators, known as 'WAB squares'. This contest is also suitable for those collecting WAB awards and looking to expand their collection., where stations from the UK transmit their locators, known as 'WAB squares'. This contest is also suitable for those collecting WAB awards and looking to expand their collection., where stations from the UK transmit their locators, known as 'WAB squares'. This contest is also suitable for those collecting WAB awards and looking to expand their collection., where stations from the UK transmit their locators, known as 'WAB squares'. This contest is also suitable for those collecting WAB awards and looking to expand their collection., where stations from the UK transmit their locators, known as 'WAB squares'. This contest is also suitable for those collecting WAB awards and looking to expand their collection., where stations from the UK transmit their locators, known as 'WAB squares'. This contest is also suitable for those collecting WAB awards and looking to expand their collection., where stations from the UK transmit their locators, known as 'WAB squares'. This contest is also suitable for those collecting WAB awards and looking to expand their collection., where stations from the UK transmit their locators, known as 'WAB squares'. This contest is also suitable for those collecting WAB awards and looking to expand their collection., where stations from the UK transmit their locators, known as 'WAB squares'. This contest is also suitable for those collecting WAB awards and looking to expand their collection., where stations from the UK transmit their locators, known as 'WAB squares'. This contest is also suitable for those collecting WAB awards and looking to expand their collection., where stations from the UK transmit their locators, known as 'WAB squares'. This contest is also suitable for those collecting WAB awards and looking to expand their collection., where stations from the UK transmit their locators, known as 'WAB squares'. This contest is also suitable for those collecting WAB awards and looking to expand their collection., where stations from the UK transmit their locators, known as 'WAB squares'. This contest is also suitable for those collecting WAB awards and looking to expand their collection., where stations from Great Britain transmit their locators to the so-called 'WAB squares'. This race is also suitable for those who collect WAB diplomas and want to expand their collection.

🔁 European and regional CW activities

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Traditional contests are also not missing Mini contests Short hourly or half-hourly tests, such as OK1WC Memorial contest every Monday afternoon. The Czech Memorial OK1WC is a great way to test your skills even during working days - not only in the Czech Republic but also in Slovakia, where dozens of operators regularly participate.

Domestic scene: Single Side Band league, OM Activity, and OK/OM DX contest CW

Slovak and Czech radio amateurs have a diverse range of their own competitions in November.
Already November 1st begins Single Side Band League - a two-hour race that is among the most popular domestic activities. The next day follows CW, krátky hodinový CW pretek a popoludňajší Sunday race (3:00 - 3:30 PM), a popular Czech 'half-hour' for those who want to make a few stress-free connections.

November 8th the Slovak OM Activity contest, dvojhodinový pretek na pásmach 80 a 40 m, v CW aj Single Side Band móde. OMAC si získal obľubu vďaka prehľadnému systému bodovania a priateľskej atmosfére. The same weekend also falls OK/OM DX contest CW, jeden z najvýznamnejších stredoeurópskych contestov, do ktorého sa pravidelne zapájajú stanice z celého sveta.

💻 Digital modes and modern trends

November also brings several digital events. Among the most significant are Worked All Europe DX contest (RTTY), which takes place over the weekend November 8-9. Tento pretek má unikátny systém tzv. QTC správ, ktoré umožňujú účastníkom odovzdávať informácie o predchádzajúcich spojeniach – čím sa zvyšuje náročnosť aj počet bodov.

Another digital highlight is 10-10 International Fall Digital QSO, but also the possibility of establishing connections between radio amateurs from different countries belonging to IPARC., but also the possibility of establishing connections between radio amateurs from different countries belonging to IPARC., but also the possibility of establishing connections between radio amateurs from different countries belonging to IPARC., but also the possibility of establishing connections between radio amateurs from different countries belonging to IPARC., but also the possibility of establishing connections between radio amateurs from different countries belonging to IPARC., but also the possibility of establishing connections between radio amateurs from different countries belonging to IPARC., but also the possibility of establishing connections between radio amateurs from different countries belonging to IPARC., but also the possibility of establishing connections between radio amateurs from different countries belonging to IPARC., but also the possibility of establishing connections between radio amateurs from different countries belonging to IPARC., but also the possibility of establishing connections between radio amateurs from different countries belonging to IPARC., but also the possibility of establishing connections between radio amateurs from different countries belonging to IPARC., but also the possibility of establishing connections between radio amateurs from different countries belonging to IPARC., but also the possibility of establishing connections between radio amateurs from different countries belonging to IPARC. Party (November 8-9), zameraný na pásmo 10 metrov . Hoci aktivita na tomto pásme závisí From slnečnej činnosti, v rokoch so zvýšenou ionizáciou dokáže ponúknuť skutočne exotické spojenia.

At the end of the month, there will be several more FT4 a FT8 contests such as RSGB FT4 contest (November 17th) or regular NCCC FT4 Sprints, ktoré sú ideálne pre tých, čo majú málo času, ale nechcú vypadnúť z rytmu.

International CW Autumn: Austria, Balkans, and South America

November 15-16 two very interesting CW races are held - All Austrian 160m contest a For lovers of low frequencies (top band), it is a unique opportunity to test their antennas on 160 meters.. For lovers of low frequencies (top band), this is a unique opportunity to test their antennas on 160 meters.

In the Balkans, at the same time, takes place which supports connections between stations from South America and the rest of the world. For Europeans, it is a challenge to cross the Atlantic on CW - something that will please every DX hunter., which supports connections between stations from South America and the rest of the world. For Europeans, it presents a challenge to cross the Atlantic on CW - something that will please any DX hunter.

In the middle of the month, there will also take place - a newer contest aimed at restoring emphasis on fairness and friendly competitiveness. Organizers seek to remind of the original meaning of 'ham spirit': respect, respect, and willingness to help each other even during contests. – a newer race that aims to restore the emphasis on fairness and friendly competition. The organizers try to recall the original meaning of 'ham spirit': respect, reverence and willingness to help each other even during the race.

The end of the month is marked By LZ DX and CQWW CW

penultimate weekend November 22-23, patrí of the LZ DX contest, organized By the Bulgarian Amateur Radio Association BFRA. It is a popular two-day contest with simple rules - the goal is to make as many connections as possible with stations from Bulgaria, but also among others, ktorý organizuje bulharská rádioamatérska asociácia BFRA. Ide o populárny dvojdňový pretek s jednoduchými pravidlami – cieľom je nadviazať čo najviac spojení so stanicami z Bulharska, ale aj medzi ostatnými entities. For Central European operators, it is an excellent opportunity to earn points for various diplomas. entities. For Central European operators, this is an excellent opportunity to earn points for various diplomas.

However, the absolute highlight of the whole month is WW DX CW contest (November 29-30). This 'king of contests' annually attracts tens of thousands of stations from around the world. High performance, low noise, perfectly prepared antenna systems, and tactics - all decide on success. Slovak stations also regularly appear here with excellent results - for example WW DX CW contest (November 29-30). This 'king of contests' attracts tens of thousands of stations from all over the world every year. High performance, low noise, perfectly prepared antenna systems and tactics - all this determines success. Slovak stations also regularly appear here with excellent results - let's mention, for example OM3RMM or OM7M, which are among the stalwarts of world rankings., OM3RMM or OM7M, which are among the constants of the world charts.

Overview of Slovak and Czech contests in November 2025

🎙️ Conclusion

November is a period for radio amateurs when short autumn days alternate with long evenings - ideal for working on bands. Whether you participate in a small hour activity, regional memorial, or a large DX contest, it is always an opportunity to improve your operator skills, test equipment, and most importantly - be part of the global community.

Let's not forget that every contest is also a training ground for ham spirit - patience, fairness, and friendship across the waves of the ether.

We wish all participants of November races many connections, clean signal, and joy from good work in the ether!