Hello there,

Thank you for being part of the 2026 Virginia Beer Day and helping make it a celebration across our state. It was inspiring to see the positive energy and excitement shared across social media.

You helped bring communities into taprooms, celebrate the work of our brewers, and strengthen the entire Virginia beer community. We are proud to be Virginia beer.

We’d appreciate it if you could take 30 seconds to complete this quick survey. Your feedback will help us make next year even better.

We’re looking forward to seeing you at the Virginia Brewers Conference this September 21-23. Be sure to register and plan ahead.

We appreciate you believing in Virginia Beer Day and the power of collaboration. Here’s to a busy taproom and a successful day.

See you soon,

Team VBC

Have you registered yet?

2026 Virginia Brewers Conference

September 21-23 | Richmond, VA

What You’ll Get With Your Registration:

• 30+ educational sessions, featuring a business, brewing, and innovation track - full schedule below
• 2 keynotes by industry leaders
• Moving Forward Together: Collaboration in a Changing Beer Market
• Lisa Parker (Executive Director, North Carolina Craft Brewers Guild)
• Refinding Meaning in The Craft
• Marcus Baskerville (Creator, Black Is Beautiful Initiative; James Beard Award Semi-Finalist; General Manager, Esencia & Anacacho)
• Trade show featuring over 40 exhibitors
• 2 lunches, 2 afternoon happy hours, and enough coffee to keep you fueled
• Complimentary first beer at Welcome + Closing Reception
• State-wide bottle share on Night 2. Connect and celebrate with fellow brewers
• Discounts on 3+ Brewery Registrations

Pre-Conference Workshop:

Off-Flavors Sensory Workshop for Working Brewers, 2:30-4pm (Limited Seats)

Bring your crew, come ready to learn, and connect with peers from across the Commonwealth.

Keynotes

September 22, 9-10am

Refinding Meaning in The Craft

Marcus Baskerville (Creator, Black Is Beautiful Initiative; James Beard Award Semi-Finalist; General Manager, Esencia & Anacacho)

September 22, 4:30-5:30pm

Moving Forward Together: Collaboration in a Changing Beer Market

Lisa Parker (Executive Director, North Carolina Craft Brewers Guild)

Are you ready?

• Share the schedule with your team.
• Secure your spot. Register early.
• Book your hotel.

Join your peers from across the state for our yearly conference.

You don't want to miss this opportunity to grow stronger together.

Important Locations:

• Conference at the Delta Hotel
• Night 1 Reception from 7-9pm at Vasen – Scott’s Addition (thanks to TapWyse)
• Night 2 State-Wide Bottle Share from 7-9pm at the Delta Hotel (thanks to ABS Commercial)
• Night 3 Closing Reception from 7-9pm at Ardent Craft Ales (thanks to WHC Lab)

The Virginia Brewers Conference is produced by

Craft Beer Professionals | P.O. Box 6304, Norfolk, Virginia 23508 | www.CraftBeerProfessionals.org

Want to talk beer? Always up for a call. Schedule the time that works best for you here.