https://app.bjcp.org/upcoming-competitions
As of today's date, some upcoming "local" events
- Kansas City Bier Meisters 43rd Annual Homebrew Competition - February 21, 2026
- 2026 National Homebrew Competition First Round - Kansas City, MO - April 18, 2026
- Ozarks Open Season - May 16, 2026
https://www.bjcp.org/competitions/compe ... ition-day/
Stewards are a great first time volunteering opportunity
Whether or not you're BJCP certified, or have past experience, many competitions will still let you judge and pair you with an experienced judgeStewards bring the beer to the table for judging. This can be done one bottle at a time, or multiple bottles can be brought at once (this is a common occurrence when using multiple teams on a category, or if judges think the serving temperature is too cold). Handle the judge requests as best you can. They may also request ice if they believe the entries are too warm.
Stewards should double-check the entry numbers before presenting the beer for judging. Announce the entry and category for the judges. Do not open the bottles unless requested. Most judges prefer to look at the bottles and open them themselves. Remember that beer can contain sediment, so be careful in the handling of the bottles.
Stewards should monitor the table supplies and replenish items as necessary. Remove used cups (check with judges first before touching their cups, as judges often save favorite samples for later). Empty dump buckets as they fill, or if an objectionable-smelling entry is dumped. Do not remove bottle caps without checking with judges; they may be needed to identify entries.