The World Beer Cup competition takes place every other year. 2018 competition information coming soon.
| October 2017 (TBD) | Brewery application window |
| November 2017 (TBD) | Beer registration—all registered breweries will register beers during this time |
| March 2018 (TBD) | Competition beer must arrive in Denver for sorting |
| Late April 2018 | Judging takes place in Nashville, TN |
| April 30 – May 3, 2018 | Craft Brewers Conference & BrewExpo America® (separate registration required to attend) |
