Northwest wine industry connects across two days of future-focused educational content and valuable networking opportunities
Portland, Ore. — (November 10, 2025) — Registration is now open for the 2026 Oregon Wine Symposium, taking place February 3 – 4, 2026 at the Oregon Convention Center in Portland. Produced by Oregon Wine Board (OWB) and Oregon Winegrowers Association (OWA), the Symposium brings together more than 1,200 growers, winemakers, and wine business leaders for the largest wine industry conference and trade show in the Pacific Northwest. Over the course of two days, attendees will learn from experts, share strategies with peers, and build meaningful connections while discovering innovative tools and solutions from suppliers and service providers.
“The Oregon Wine Symposium is about future-forward education and inspiration,” said Gina Bianco, executive director of Oregon Wine Board. “We’ve built this year’s program to bring some of the best minds in wine together under one roof, offering unparalleled access to ideas, expertise and practical knowledge. We know wine businesses are facing challenging times, and our focus is on helping leaders and managers make sense of market dynamics while giving them strategies they can put into action right away.”
With a return to a two-day format, the 2026 Oregon Wine Symposium schedule is packed with dozens of renowned speakers from up and down the West Coast and across the country. Top research scientists, wine industry analysts, and experienced business professionals will present on topics in viticulture, winemaking, direct-to-consumer sales and marketing, wholesale distribution, and wine industry executive leadership.
“Connection is key for our wine community to thrive, especially at this moment,” said Jana McKamey, executive director of the Oregon Winegrowers Association. “The networking opportunities made possible at the Symposium are incredibly valuable for our industry, which is experiencing unprecedented change. The trade show provides ample chance to exchange ideas, connect with trusted suppliers, and explore new solutions.”
Priority Registration is open now through January 15, 2026, after which ticket prices will increase. Wine industry professionals interested in attending Symposium can purchase tickets for individual days or the entire event. Discounts are available for groups of four or more attendees registering from one company, as well as special pricing for educators and students and those requiring Spanish translation.
Visit oregonwinesymposium.com to learn more about Oregon Wine Symposium and purchase tickets.
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About Oregon Wine Board (OWB):
The Oregon Wine Board (OWB) is a semi-independent Oregon state agency leading efforts in marketing, research, and education initiatives that support and advance the Oregon wine and wine grape industry. The Board works on behalf of all Oregon wineries and independent growers throughout the state’s diverse winegrowing regions to ensure they are supported and empowered. To learn more, visit industry.oregonwine.org.
About Oregon Winegrowers Association (OWA):
Harnessing the power of state-wide consensus, the Oregon Winegrowers Association (OWA) stands as the vital advocate for the health, growth and economic sustainability of Oregon’s wine industry. OWA is a member-driven advocacy group advancing the interests of the largest agricultural economic impact sector in the state. Learn more at oregonwinegrowers.org.
