In this competition, homemade Californian homebrews are judged in a formal, professional manner. This competition aims to increase the knowledge, skills and abilities of the amateur brewer.
2027 California Homebrew Competition Guide *Coming Soon*
2027 Homebrew Category Placement Guide *Coming Soon*
2027 California State Fair General Rules *Coming Soon*
2026 California Homebrew Competition Guide
| Dates | Details |
|---|---|
| March 6, 2026 | Entries Open |
| April 19, 2026 | Entries Close – NorCal & SoCal |
| April 6 – April 17, 2026 | Shipping Entries Accepted at Cal Expo |
| April 6 – April 15, 2026 | Angel City Brewery: Southern California Drop-off Dates |
| April 17 – April 19, 2026 | Cal Expo: Northern California Drop-off Dates |
| April 24 – 26, 2026 | Judging Dates: Not Open to Public |
| May 4, 2026 | Winners Announced |
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