Brewers Association and American Cider Association Announce Co-Location of CiderCon® and the Craft Brewers Conference® in 2027

Independent Beverage Alcohol Communities to Gather Together in San Antonio, April 5–7, 2027

Boulder, Colorado (June 16, 2026) — The Brewers Association (BA) and the American Cider Association (ACA) today announced that CiderCon® and the Craft Brewers Conference® & BrewExpo America® (CBC ®) will co-locate in San Antonio, Texas, April 5–7, 2027.

The collaboration brings together two leading gatherings for independent beverage alcohol producers while maintaining the distinct identities, communities, and educational experiences that attendees value most.

“Independent beverage producers are navigating many of the same opportunities and challenges, from evolving consumer preferences to operational pressures and innovation across categories,” said Bart Watson, president and CEO of the Brewers Association. “By bringing these communities together under one roof, we can create more opportunities for learning, connection, and business growth while preserving the unique culture and purpose of each event.”

CBC will continue to serve as the premier gathering for craft brewers, featuring world-class education, North America’s largest brewing trade show, and opportunities to connect with peers and suppliers from around the world. CiderCon will continue to provide dedicated cider-focused education, networking, and community-building tailored specifically to the needs of independent cider producers.

 “This partnership reflects the increasingly collaborative nature of the independent beverage alcohol industry,” said Christine Walter, president of the American Cider Association Board of Directors and owner of Bauman’s Cider in Gervais, Oregon. “Co-locating CiderCon with CBC creates exciting new opportunities for cidermakers through expanded networking, educational resources, and trade show access, while still preserving our cider-specific technical education tracks, Cider Share, and the traditions our community has built over the years that make CiderCon so special.”

The co-location is expected to deliver expanded value for attendees, exhibitors, and sponsors alike by creating broader networking opportunities, increased exposure to new products and services, and enhanced educational experiences across adjacent beverage alcohol segments.

Additional details about programming, registration, special events, and how both conferences will operate together will be announced in the coming months.

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About the Craft Brewers Conference® and BrewExpo America®

The Craft Brewers Conference® & BrewExpo America®, hosted by the Brewers Association (BA), is the nation’s premier gathering for beverage alcohol professionals and the largest beverage alcohol conference and trade show in the U.S. The Craft Brewers Conference features exceptional educational seminars and keynote addresses critical to running a successful business. BrewExpo America hosts hundreds of exhibitors displaying the latest and greatest product innovations, supplies, and services. The World Beer Cup®, the most prestigious beer competition in the world, is held annually in conjunction with the Craft Brewers Conference.

About the Brewers Association    

The Brewers Association (BA) is a not-for-profit trade association dedicated to small and independent American brewers, their beers, and the community of brewing enthusiasts. The BA represents 9,500-plus U.S. breweries, and its independent craft brewer seal is a widely adopted symbol that differentiates beers from small and independent craft brewers. The BA organizes events, including the World Beer Cup^®, Great American Beer Festival^®, Craft Brewers Conference^™ & BrewExpo America^®,  and American Craft Beer Week^®. The BA publishes The New Brewer^® magazine and Brewers Publications^® is the leading publisher of brewing literature in the U.S. Beer lovers are invited to learn more about the dynamic world of craft beer at CraftBeer.com. Follow us on Facebook, Instagram and LinkedIn.  

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About the American Cider Association

The American Cider Association is the national trade organization supporting the U.S. cider industry through advocacy, education, and community building. The ACA organizes CiderCon®, the premier conference for cider professionals and industry partners.