Australian International Beer Awards

The Melbourne Royal Australian International Beer Awards is the largest annual beer competition in the world, judging both draught and packaged beer and cider, as well as packaging design. Renowned for showcasing the highest quality beer and cider and celebrating brewing excellence from Australia and around the world, the Awards are open to breweries and cideries of all sizes, from small producers to large-scale commercial operations.

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Competition Info

The Melbourne Royal Australian International Beer Awards inspire and celebrate excellence in brewing, packaging design, and beer media. Learn more.

Key Dates

Entries Open

3 February 2026

Entries Close

13 March 2026

Judging

5 May 2026

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8 May 2026

Trophy Presentation

14 May 2026