What Is the 2026 Mega Contests Calendar?
Get a head start on your promotions planning for next year! We are excited to announce the full 2026 Mega Contests schedule. These promotions have consistently driven major listener engagement, helping many stations grow their membership and boost audience interaction. The key to success is consistent promotion, so start planning your strategy now!
Included Sweepstakes
All of these sweepstakes are automatically included at no additional cost with the ENGAGE Suite. They are designed to help you grow your database and encourage your audience to engage more frequently. Please review the calendar below and update your Mega Contest preferences by emailing us at support@socastdigital.com.
| Mega Contest | Sample Pitch | Prize Value | Starts | Ends |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fresh Start Funds | A new year, a new you, and $2,000 to get started! | $2,000 | 1/1/2026 | 1/31/2026 |
| Love Yourself | Celebrate self-love this February with $2,000 cash! | $2,000 | 2/1/2026 | 2/28/2026 |
| Pot Of Gold Sweepstakes | A rainbow of opportunities and $2,000 at the end! | $2,000 | 3/1/2026 | 3/31/2026 |
| Spring Into Savings | $2,000 to help you bounce into brighter days! | $2,000 | 3/1/2026 | 4/30/2026 |
| Blossom and Bloom | Watch your wallet blossom with a $2,000 win! | $2,000 | 5/1/2026 | 5/31/2026 |
| Adventure Awaits | Fuel your next adventure with $2,000! | $2,000 | 6/1/2026 | 6/30/2026 |
| Summer Sun Giveaway | Shine bright with a sizzling $2,000 prize! | $2,000 | 7/1/2026 | 7/31/2026 |
| End of Summer Splash | Make a splash with $2,000 cash before summer ends! | $2,000 | 8/1/2026 | 8/31/2026 |
| Back To Routine Rewards | $2,000 to start the season with a fresh routine! | $2,000 | 9/1/2026 | 9/30/2026 |
| Haunted Cash Giveaway | No tricks, just a $2,000 treat! | $2,000 | 10/1/2026 | 10/31/2026 |
| Give Thanks & Win | Say thanks with a $2,000 prize boost! | $2,000 | 11/1/2026 | 11/30/2026 |
| Season of Giving | Feel the magic of $2,000 cash this winter! | $2,000 | 12/1/2026 | 12/31/2026 |
Additional Resources
As each promotion approaches, you will receive a post with free graphics, sample on-air scripts, and other resources to help you promote these Mega Contests to your audience. Happy promoting!
Need more info? Email us at: support@socastdigital.com
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