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Celebrating Craft, Community & Culture through a Dynamic Conference Experience
Crafted for Action isn’t your average conference, it’s an immersive experience with tastings, interactive workshops, and dynamic conversations that make learning unforgettable. By celebrating the full spectrum of craft beverages - beer, wine, spirits, and non-alcoholic - the conference creates a vibrant space for education, culture, and meaningful connections. We celebrate craft, community, and culture while amplifying underrepresented voices.
2026 Full Conference Schedule
In 2026, Crafted for Action is sharpening its focus on professional development, hands-on learning and access. New to our lineup: the Crafted Academy and Saturday sessions!
Monday, June 1 + Thursday, June 4
2026 Crafted Academy Sessions
Note: the same information will be presented on Monday and Thursday.
SPECIAL EVENTS + ACTIVATIONS: THURSDAY, JUNE 4, 2026
6:00 - 10:00 PM at Wild Heaven: Bottle Share + Game Night
Kick off the conference with a bottle share and game night!
Bring your favorite bottle to pour and share, gather your crew, and jump into the spades tournament for a chance to win cash and a merch prize pack.
Great drinks, friendly competition, and good vibes: the perfect way to start the conference!
Free buffet provided by Eats Atlanta!
Friday, June 5, 2026
2026 Crafted for Action Conference Sessions
SPECIAL EVENTS + ACTIVATIONS: FRIDAY, JUNE 5, 2026
11:30 AM - 12:30 PM at Hop City: Natural Wine Making Workshop
It’s a vibe! Create your own custom wine in a fun and guided, hands-on experience with Tonii Turner of The Winemaking Studio. This interactive session invites you to become a bona fide winemaker as you blend and craft your own all-natural wine from start to finish. Your experience includes everything needed to create your own delicious 750ml bottle of wine to take home and ferment.
12:00 PM - 1:15 PM at BoxCar: Off the Beaten Vine: A Taste of the Unexpected
Step beyond the familiar and into a world of discovery. This immersive tasting experience highlights unique grape varietals, lesser-known regions, and beautifully crafted wines that deserve the spotlight. Each pour tells a story—of place, tradition, and the paths that lead to something truly memorable. Whether you’re a devoted wine enthusiast or simply curious to explore, this is your invitation to expand your palate, spark your curiosity, and uncover new favorites along the way.
1:00 PM - 5:00 PM at Beltline + Hop City: Bikes + Pints
**Bikes Available for Rent**
Bikes + Pints is a guided, social-pace bike ride along Atlanta BeltLine Trail that brings together movement, storytelling, and community connection. This immersive session explores how public infrastructure shapes access, neighborhood identity, and the growth of local business ecosystems. The experience concludes with a hosted happy hour at Hop City Beer & Wine, featuring beers from Allagash Brewing Company.
5:30 PM - 7:30 PM at Wild Heaven: Happy Hour!
Join us Friday after the final conference sessions to unwind at happy hour! Relax, connect, and keep the conversations going with good drinks and great company.
Free to attend.
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM at Twisted Soul: Atlanta History Beverage Dinner
The Atlanta History Beverage Dinner is a one-night experience where history, beverages, and global soul food come together. Join us at Twisted Soul Cookhouse & Pours, the home of acclaimed Chef Debra Vantrece, for an unforgettable evening of storytelling and flavor. Hosted by beer legend Ale Sharpton and featuring captivating Atlanta history from Erika Brayboy-Collier, the night includes four expertly crafted courses, each thoughtfully paired with a unique beverage. Seats are limited!
9:00 PM - 12:00 AM at Wild Heaven: Brews + Beats Beverage + Music Pairing
Get ready for vibes on vibes at this interactive beverage and music experience. Enjoy live beat sets and DJ performances while you and sip on curated beverage pairings designed to match the energy all night long. Come for the sound, stay for the pours, and leave with memories made.
Saturday, June 6, 2026
2026 Crafted for Action Conference Sessions
SPECIAL EVENTS + ACTIVATIONS: SATURDAY, JUNE 6, 2026
1:30 PM - 3:45 PM at Wild Heaven: Competition Day at Crafted
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Crafted Fellows Pitch Competition
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Homebrew Showcase + Competition
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Crafted Awards Ceremony
This high-energy experience brings together three signature moments that showcase the future and the foundation of the craft beverage industry.
Watch as Fellows take the stage for the live pitch competition, sharing their ventures and competing for funding in front of a panel of industry leaders.
Get a taste of what’s next through the Homebrew Showcase + Competition, featuring emerging brewers and culminating in “The Gauntlet,” a live judging experience where the top entries go head-to-head.
Then, we close by celebrating the people making it all happen with the Crafted Community Awards, honoring leaders, innovators, and changemakers shaping the culture.
This is where ideas are tested, talent is recognized, and community shows up.
4:00 PM - 9:00 PM: Unplugged Adult Summer Camp
Welcome to summer camp, festival edition. Expect tents and hammocks, fire pits, beverage tastings, live grill-outs, and nonstop good energy. Bring your lawn chairs, your favorite drink, and your crew ... this is all about sunshine, sounds, sips, and unforgettable vibes.
Sunday, June 7, 2026
2026 Crafted for Action Conference Sessions
SPECIAL EVENTS + ACTIVATIONS: SUNDAY, JUNE 7, 2026
2:00 PM - 6:00 PM: Sunday Service Finale Share at Wild Heaven
Join us for a mellow, feel-good close to the conference: easy vibes, familiar faces, and drinks worth sharing. Bring a bottle, grab a pour, and take a moment to celebrate the connections, conversations, and community that made the week special. No RSVP, no pressure. Just come as you are and toast it out together.
Join the Crafted Experience!
The Crafted for Action Conference provides educational experiences tailored for all craft beer, wine and spirit lovers, with a special focus on uplifting women, people of color, and other underrepresented communities in the industry.
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Join the Team
Be a part of the action!
Join the Crafted for Action Volunteer Team and help create an unforgettable conference experience for the craft beverage
community.
Deadline: 5/2/2026
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Support our Mission
Show your commitment to craft, community, and culture: become a 2026 Partner! Your financial or in-kind support helps power the conference while spotlighting your brand.
Deadline: 5/2/2026
