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Southern California Homebrewers Festival 2026 is Coming!

SCHF tents and people

Aloha, brewers! Join us as we transform the scenic Vail Lake KOA Resort into our very own “Island of Brewers.” Held on May 1st and 2nd, 2026, this event is more than just a festival—it is a massive, volunteer-driven community celebration. Whether you are sharing a bottle at the Thursday night social, pouring with your club, or exploring the campsite “neighborhoods,” you make this event…
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2025 SCHF Bus Schedules

Hey all, Thank you for your patience in awaiting the bus schedules. As usual the shuttles around Vail Lake KOA will run from 10 am till 9:30 pm on Saturday as well as Friday evening. We are also running two busses on Saturday from alternate lodging sources. These shuttles are one trip in and one trip returning on Saturday only….
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SCHF 2025 Fest Updates

The 32nd Southern California Homebrewers Festival will be held May 2nd & 3rd, 2025 at Vail Lake KOA Resort, just outside Temecula, California. A 2022 History write-up can be found here. The Southern California Homebrewers Festival brings together more than 40 homebrew beer clubs for a weekend of tasting and education. The night of Friday May 2nd will feature a Pro Pour…
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2025 Southern California Homebrewers Festival Information!

The 32nd Southern California Homebrewers Festival will be held May 2nd & 3rd, 2025 at Vail Lake KOA Resort, just outside Temecula, California. A 2022 History write-up can be found here. The Southern California Homebrewers Festival brings together more than 40 homebrew beer clubs for a weekend of tasting and education. The night of Friday May 2nd will feature a Pro Pour…
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2025 CHA Artwork Competition!

The 2025 SCHF artwork competition is now open. Here are the official rules for the artwork contest for the 32nd Annual Southern California Homebrewers Festival. 1) All current CHA members are invited to submit and are eligible to win! 2) The winner will receive a $400.00 cash prize, two complimentary Festival Registrations and two t-shirts bearing their artwork. 3) The…
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