| Jan 1, 2026 |
Registration opens - bestofcraftbeerawards.com/register |
| Feb 27, 2026 |
Registration closes |
| February 14, 2026 |
Deadline to edit entry details |
| March 16-20, 2026 |
Beer samples due in Bend, OR |
| March 20, 2026 |
Samples received after this date may not be judged |
| April 10-12, 2026 |
Judging sessions |
| April 13, 2026 |
Judging Notes Released / Medal winners announced |
*100% refunds offered through January 31, 50% refunds through February 14.
**Entries removed or not sent for the competition after the cancellation deadline will not be refunded.
