Craft Brewers Conference & BrewExpo America 2027

The Craft Brewers Conference & BrewExpo America (CBC) is the Brewers Association's annual gathering for the independent beverage alcohol industry, which it calls America's largest. It combines expert-led education on brewing and business with BrewExpo America, described as North America's largest brewing and beverage alcohol trade show. In 2027 CBC co-locates with the American Cider Association's CiderCon in San Antonio.

Education

Dozens of sessions, workshops and panels cover every part of beverage alcohol production and business.

• Technical brewing techniques and quality control
• Marketing strategy, hospitality and taproom management
• Safety and sustainability
• Legal and regulatory issues
• Emerging trends
• Dedicated cider tracks: production, orchards, sensory and tasting panels

BrewExpo America

Hundreds of exhibitors show equipment, ingredients, packaging, technology and services for brewers, cider makers, winemakers and distillers. For 2027 the floor includes a dedicated CiderCon area.

CiderCon co-location and World Beer Cup

CiderCon keeps its own cider-focused education, Cider Share and cider awards within the combined event. The World Beer Cup awards ceremony takes place on Wednesday April 7, and Brewers Association President and CEO Bart Watson gives the annual State of the Industry address the same afternoon.

Who attends

Brewery and cidery owners, brewers, mead and spirits producers, and the suppliers who serve them. CBC is industry-only and not open to the public.