The National History Day Contest is June 14-18, 2026. Visit the NHD website here or their app for additional information. A livestream of the awards ceremony via their Youtube channel is also available.
National Contest Registration Dates
Registration Opens: Wednesday, April 15, 2026, at 12:00 PM ET
Registration Closes: Tuesday, May 19, 2026, at 11:59 PM ET
Contest Week: June 14 - 18, 2026
Welcome Ceremony: June 14, 2026
Awards Ceremony: June 18, 2026, 8:30 am ET
Travis Lamb will be the point person at the National Contest.