ACSA Convention & Expo
America’s top craft distillers are headed to the heart of the colorful Sonoran desert in 2025. Bring your team and join producers and vendors for the nation’s premier gathering of craft spirits professionals at the 12th annual American Craft Spirits Convention & Expo.
Educational sessions and social gatherings planned by craft distillers, for craft distillers, make this an event unlike any other. For those that want to make meaningful connections, get up to date on policy issues that impact market access, and encounter the latest products and services offered by beverage alcohol vendors, we invite you to join us.
About the American Craft Spirits Convention & Expo
The American Craft Spirits Convention & Expo (formerly called the Distillers’ Convention and Vendor Trade Show) brings together distillers and suppliers to harness the energy of the industry. Since 2014, it’s where we gather annually to network, explore products and services from our suppliers, and work together to secure a bright future for craft spirits!
This is the place where producers and the top industry suppliers connect to find solutions to specific business issues and complex challenges within the craft spirits community. It’s where we learn from the industry’s best and brightest, who will share their wisdom. From distillers, owners, marketing teams, front of the house, bottlers, brand managers, and sales teams, to equipment and ingredient purveyors, label designers, packaging experts, insurance and compliance experts, to educators and learners, among others…there’s something for anyone who is invested in craft spirits.
Don’t miss out on the opportunity to join us in Tucson, Arizona, March 10-12, 2025 to be a part of the 12th annual American Craft Spirits Convention & Expo!
Attendee Registration
Full Convention Pass
Early Bird Rates (Though Jan. 1, 2025)
- ACSA Member: $625 (Additional Members: $425)
- Non-Member: $825 (Additional Non-Members: $475)
Regular Rates (As of Jan. 2, 2025)
- ACSA Member: $650 (Additional Members: $450)
- Non-Member: $875 (Additional Non-Members: $625)
Late Riser Rates (As of Feb. 10, 2025)
- ACSA Member: $695
- Non-Member: $895
Special Event Fees
Distillery 101 Course (March 9 & 10)
- ACSA Member: $499
- Non-Member: $899
Distillery Tour (March 9)
- ACSA Member: $129
- Non-Member: $179
Saguaro National Park Tour (March 9)
- ACSA Member: $75
- Non-Member: $99
5K Fun Run & Walk (March 10)
- All Attendees: $35
Note: To receive your ACSA member discount, you must enter the email address you use for your membership login upon registration. Questions? Contact membership@americancraftspirits.org
Cancellation Policy
If you need to cancel before January 31, 2025, you will receive a full refund of your registration fee. If you cancel between January 31, 2025 and February 10, 2025, a cancellation fee of 50% of your registration fee will apply. Cancellations made after February 10, 2025 will not be eligible for any refunds, and the full registration fee will be retained.
Exhibit
Meet the nation’s top craft spirits producers at the American Craft Spirits Convention & Expo! Our tradeshow is overflowing with sales opportunities for companies that want to connect directly with influential craft spirit producers — all in an unforgettable, lively and impactful business environment. Additional sponsorship opportunities are available to exhibitors.
Booth Pricing
Early Bird (Though Jan. 1, 2025)
- 10 x 10 Booth $2,300
- 10 x 20 Booth $3,900
Standard Pricing (Beginning Jan. 2, 2025)
- 10 x 10 Booth $2,500
- 10 x 20 Booth $4,100
** Additional booth attendees $500
2025 Exhibitor Schedule
Sunday, March 9 |
Vendor load in |
Monday, March 10 |
Expo open, Opening Reception |
Tuesday, March 11 |
Expo open, Town Hall, Education Sessions |
Wednesday, March 12 |
Vendor load out, Education Sessions, Awards Luncheon, and Hospitality Suite Tasting |
Cancellation Policy
If you need to cancel before January 31, 2025, you will receive a full refund of your registration fee. If you cancel between January 31, 2025 and February 10, 2025, a cancellation fee of 50% of your registration fee will apply. Cancellations made after February 10, 2025 will not be eligible for any refunds, and the full registration fee will be retained.
Program
Program-At-A-Glance
Sunday, March 9
- *Distillery 101 Course (Day 1)
- *Distillery Tour
- *Saguaro National Park Tour
- Exhibitor Set Up
Monday, March 10
- *Distillery 101 Course (Day 2)
- 5k Fun Run & Walk
- Expo Open (Day 1)
- Meet the Candidates Breakfast
- TTB Bootcamp
- Guild Meeting
- Expo Happy Hour
- PAC Reception (Registration required)
- Off-Site Opening Reception
Tuesday, March 11
- Expo Open (Day 2)
- Education Tracks
- Town Hall
Wednesday, March 12
- Exhibitor Move Out
- Education Tracks
- Awards Luncheon (Open to all attendees)
- Grand Tasting of American Craft Spirits (Hospitality Suite)
Schedule is subject to change.
*Additional fees apply.
Special Events
Distillery 101 Course
March 9 & 10, $499 member, $899 non-member
Entering the craft spirits industry or adding a new member to your team? Join us for this intensive 1.5-day course led by experienced industry experts. Space is limited. Sponsored by Lallemand. Learn more
Distillery Tour
March 9, $129 member, $179 non-member
Join us on this all-day tour that stops at Whiskey Del Bac, Mission Gardens, Flying Leap Winery/Distillery, and many other local producers you won’t want to miss. Includes charter bus and lunch. Space is limited.
Saguaro National Park Tour
March 9, $75 member, $99 non-member
Explore the captivating landscape of the Saguaro National Park with a park ranger-led tour designed to immerse you in the awe-inspiring beauty and history of Tucson’s desert. Shuttle bus ride included.
5K Fun Run & Walk
March 10, 8:30 – 9:30 am, $35, pre-registration required
This “Spirit Stride” at Gene C. Reid Park is all about the FUN and good company! Whether you prefer running, walking, skipping—or all three —this casual 5K (3.1 mile) trek is the perfect way to kick off the day. Race shirt included. Sponsored by Grandstand.
Opening Reception: Pickleball at Corbett’s
March 10, 8:30 pm, no additional cost
Join us for drinks, snacks and pickleball at Corbett’s! We’ll kick off the 2025 convention in style in this incredible offsite location…a historic landmark complete with a bar and pickleball courts! All attendees and exhibitors are welcome.
Awards Ceremony Luncheon
March 12, 12:00 pm, no additional cost
See who will win this years prestigious ACSA awards! This luncheon is the highlight of the convention, where we gather to celebrate the year’s top craft spirits and the innovators behind the bottles. Space is limited, first come, first served. Open to all attendees.
Grand Tasting of American Craft Spirits
March 12, 8:00 pm – 11:00 pm, no addtl cost, open to all
Join us in closing out the ACSA Convention & Expo with a special tasting of extraordinary craft spirits in our annual ‘hospitality suite’ gathering! Over 350 spirits—all from the 2025 ACSA Craft Spirits Competition —will be featured. Plus, we’ll have our annual karaoke extravaganza! All attendees and exhibitors are welcome to join.
Cancellation Policy
If you need to cancel before January 31, 2025, you will receive a full refund of your registration fee. If you cancel between January 31, 2025 and February 10, 2025, a cancellation fee of 50% of your registration fee will apply. Cancellations made after February 10, 2025 will not be eligible for any refunds, and the full registration fee will be retained.
Expo Schedule
Monday, March 10
- 12 p.m. – 5:30 p.m. Expo Open
- 4 p.m. – 5:30 p.m. Expo Happy Hour
Tuesday, March 11
- 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. Expo Open
2025 Exhibitors
Hotels & Travel
All convention activities will take place at the Tucson Convention Center, 260 S Church Avenue, Tucson, Arizona, 85701. The nearest airport is the Tucson International Airport. View map
ACSA has contracted discount room blocks across several conveniently located hotels. Book your room soon to reserve the best rates!
AC Hotel (Marriott) $209
151 East Broadway Boulevard, Tucson
520-385-7111
Make your reservation by February 6, 2025
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Doubletree (Hilton) $169
280 South Church Avenue, Tucson
520-372-7100
Make your reservation by February 6, 2025
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Hampton Inn (Hilton) $194
141 South Stone Avenue, Tucson
520-274-7400
Make your reservation by February 6, 2025
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Home2 Suites (Hilton) $204
141 South Stone Avenue, Tucson
520-274-7400
Make your reservation by February 6, 2025
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The Leo Kent Hotel (Marriott) $229
1 South Church Avenue, Tucson
520-549-5330
Make your reservation by February 8, 2025
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Tucson Marriott University Park $209
880 East 2nd Street Tucson
520-792-4100
Make your reservation by February 6, 2025
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Sponsors
Looking to get more out of the convention? ACSA offers sponsorship opportunities designed to meet a range of marketing budgets. We can customize a package and work with you to maximize exposure and return on your investment. Let’s talk!
View Sponsorship Opportunities
Contact: Annette Schnur, sales@americancraftspirits.org, 631-478-9488
Thank You to Our 2025 Convention Sponsors
As of November 6, 2024.
Contact
How can we help you?
General Attendee Registration: Stephanie Sadri, stephanie@americancraftspirits.org
Exhibitor Booth Registration: Stephanie Sadri, stephanie@americancraftspirits.org
Membership and Billing: Albab Melaku, albab@americancraftspirits.org
Sponsorship and Media Sales: Annette Schnur, sales@americancraftspirits.org
Press Inquiries: Alexandra Sklansky Clough, alexandra@gatherpr.com