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Entrant & Volunteer Information
The National Homebrew Competition gives you a chance to receive invaluable feedback on your entries, and also recognizes the most outstanding, world-class homebrewed beer, mead, and cider, while taking home some really amazing prizes. Check out the Entrant and Volunteer Information below to learn how to participate.
Entrant Information
Anyone interested in entering the National Homebrew Competition must review the Rules & Regulations and the Dates & Deadlines below.
The Rules & Regulations will be your complete guide on the competition, including details on registration, shipping/drop-off locations and style guidelines.
- Must be a current AHA Member (Join or Renew by Jan. 30 and apply!)
- Subscribe or Re-Subscribe to NHC emails
- Each entry is $14
Have further questions about entering? Visit the FAQ page.
*Rules & Regulations updated on 2/2/2018 at 1:00 p.m.
Volunteer Information
The National Homebrew Competition is the largest beer competition in the world, and it is made possible by the enormous effort of hundreds of volunteers who help judge, steward and organize. If you’re interested in judging or volunteering, review the Volunteer Handbook below and click “Volunteer Registration” to sign up.
- First and Final Round Judge/Volunteer Registration: February 8, 2017
Have further questions about volunteering? Visit our FAQ page.