How To Register
Competition entries open MAY 5, 2026
Dates & Deadlines
May 5, 2026: Competition entries open
May 22, 2026: Early Bird Deadline
June 30, 2026: Entries Close
August 4, 2026: Beer intake window begins
August 12, 2026: Beer Due at Regional Consolidation Points
August 19, 2026: Beer Due at Tool Shed (2026 Judging Venue)
October 8, 2026: Awards Gala (Calgary, AB)
Fees
CCBA/AMBC and Cider Canada/Cidre Canada Member Pricing:
Early Bird (ends May 22): $100.00+GST per entry
Regular Price: $125.00 + GST per entry
Non-Member:
Early Bird (ends May 22): $125.00 + GST per entry
Regular price: $150 +GST per entry
All proceeds go to the Canadian Craft Brewers Association.
Cancellation/Refund Policy
Entries are non-refundable, and the Canada Beer Cup does not offer credits towards future competitions.
In the event of an unforeseen event or circumstance where we are unable to execute the competition, the Canada Beer Cup will refund associated entry fees. Refunds are limited to the entry fees paid by the entering brewery; any related shipping or transit costs are not reimbursable.
Beer Styles
The competition features 48 unique beer categories.
There is no maximum number of entries, and you may enter multiple beers in a single style group. However, you may enter each beer in only one style group, with the exception of the Feature Category and the Packaging Awards.
If you require assistance assigning your brand to the proper style group, please contact info@canadabeercup.com. It is the responsibility of each brewery to enter its beer in the correct style group, however the Canada Beer Cup team will do its best to rectify any miscategorizations.
Cider Styles
The 2026 Competition features five cider categories. The cider categories are listed on the Beer Awards Platform under the beer categories.
Packaging Awards
It’s time to celebrate the efforts that go into giving your beer that extra bit of personality, that shares the magic inside of the vessel, and that makes it stand out on the shelves. Canada Beer Cup Packaging Awards aim to recognize the details, the brand, and the life that your packaging brings to the beers you love to brew.
Has a design agency helped you find your way? Entering your beer into the Canada Beer Cup Packaging Awards is a great opportunity to reach out to them, and see if they want to help you put the work they’ve done with you forward.
Did the design happen in house? Entering the Canada Beer Cup packaging awards will provide your marketing team with constructive feedback from industry professionals, and provide the opportunity to have your designs showcased on the national stage. Designs will evaluated based on a comprehensive rubric.
SHIPMENT OF PHYSICAL PRODUCT IS NOT REQUIRED TO ENTER THE CANADA BEER CUP PACKAGING AWARDS.
All judging will take place digitally
Packaging Awards are comprised of three distinct categories:
- SINGLE
- SERIES
- COMMUNITY & COLLABORATIONS
The Packaging Awards categories can be found on the Beer Awards Platform under the Beer and Cider categories.