
The Craft Brewer Conference & BrewExpo America (CBC) 2025, the largest communication platform for the U.S. beer industry, will take place from April 28 to May 1, 2025, at the Indiana Convention Center in Indianapolis, Indiana. This event covers not only beer but also the broader alcoholic beverage industry. It includes the Craft Brewers Conference, featuring a variety of lectures on industry topics, and the BrewExpo America, a beer industry exhibition that will run concurrently for three days from April 29 to May 1. Additionally, the event will host the awards ceremony for the World Beer Cup, the largest and most prestigious beer competition in the world.


This year’s conference will feature over 60 educational seminars across 12 categories. The keynote speech on April 29 will be delivered by Esther and JC Tetreault, founders of Trillium, who will discuss innovation, sustainability, growth, and resilience. Founded in 2013, Trillium is recognized as one of the world’s top breweries.
On April 30, Bart Watson, President and CEO of the Brewers Association (BA), will present the annual State of the Craft Brewing Industry address, offering insights into the evolving market. Using the latest data, he will discuss trends in consumer behavior, craft beer, and the beverage industry, as well as strategies for businesses to navigate a rapidly changing market. Other speakers from Lagunitas Brewing, Kona Brewing, Sierra Nevada Brewing Co., and more will present on a variety of industry-related topics.

The BrewExpo America 2025, featuring 603 exhibitors, will showcase a comprehensive range of products and services essential for the beer industry. This includes raw materials, equipment, breweries, and distribution, as well as key business operations such as accounting and finance, accounting, marketing, education, IT, and consulting. Attendees will have the opportunity to explore new technologies, understand industry developments, discover new products, and gain insights into market trends.
As the beer industry faces prolonged economic downturns and increased market instability, it has become increasingly difficult to predict future trends. By attending CBC 2025, industry professionals can stay ahead of the curve by learning about the latest market trends, technological innovations, and emerging beer products, ultimately helping them reduce uncertainty and remain competitive in the evolving beer landscape.

CBC 2025 Information
Location: Indiana Convention Center, Indianapolis, Indiana, USA
Dates: April 28 – May 1, 2025
- Craft Brewers Conference: April 28 – May 1, 2025
- BrewExpo America: April 29 – May 1, 2025
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The Craft Brewer Conference & BrewExpo America (CBC) 2025, the largest communication platform for the U.S. beer industry, will take place from April 28 to May 1, 2025, at the Indiana Convention Center in Indianapolis, Indiana. This event covers not only beer but also the broader alcoholic beverage industry. It includes the Craft Brewers Conference, featuring a variety of lectures on industry topics, and the BrewExpo America, a beer industry exhibition that will run concurrently for three days from April 29 to May 1. Additionally, the event will host the awards ceremony for the World Beer Cup, the largest and most prestigious beer competition in the world.
This year’s conference will feature over 60 educational seminars across 12 categories. The keynote speech on April 29 will be delivered by Esther and JC Tetreault, founders of Trillium, who will discuss innovation, sustainability, growth, and resilience. Founded in 2013, Trillium is recognized as one of the world’s top breweries.
On April 30, Bart Watson, President and CEO of the Brewers Association (BA), will present the annual State of the Craft Brewing Industry address, offering insights into the evolving market. Using the latest data, he will discuss trends in consumer behavior, craft beer, and the beverage industry, as well as strategies for businesses to navigate a rapidly changing market. Other speakers from Lagunitas Brewing, Kona Brewing, Sierra Nevada Brewing Co., and more will present on a variety of industry-related topics.
The BrewExpo America 2025, featuring 603 exhibitors, will showcase a comprehensive range of products and services essential for the beer industry. This includes raw materials, equipment, breweries, and distribution, as well as key business operations such as accounting and finance, accounting, marketing, education, IT, and consulting. Attendees will have the opportunity to explore new technologies, understand industry developments, discover new products, and gain insights into market trends.
As the beer industry faces prolonged economic downturns and increased market instability, it has become increasingly difficult to predict future trends. By attending CBC 2025, industry professionals can stay ahead of the curve by learning about the latest market trends, technological innovations, and emerging beer products, ultimately helping them reduce uncertainty and remain competitive in the evolving beer landscape.
CBC 2025 Information
Location: Indiana Convention Center, Indianapolis, Indiana, USA
Dates: April 28 – May 1, 2025
Buy Tickets