Enjoy slide shows, a forging contest, silent auction, the banquet, demos, and more!
Demonstrations include:
Genevieve Gural – Practical Heat Treating: Theory to Forge
Jerry Harris – Creating Life-Like Birds and Animals
Peter Sevin – How He Makes His Lamps
Learn More about the Demonstrators Here
Brandi Fenton Memorial Park
Tucson, AZ
January 16 - 17, 2026
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For event info and reservations,
please contact: secretary@azblacksmiths.org
It is time for some winter forging at CBA’s Annual WinterBash
MEALS:
Continental breakfast and coffee on site!
Potluck Lunch: We will provide baked potatoes and chili (who doesn’t love loaded potatoes?!), and the Lovely Linda Mangum will send out a signup sheet a couple of weeks before the event so you can bring something to share or add to the potatoes!
Contest: The contest has become a staple of The Bash, and this year is no exception: We are having a chili cook-off as part of our lunch extravaganza. So, cook up your best, and a panel of judges will determine whose chili takes home the prize!
FORGING AT THE BASH: Hands-on Forging opportunities for all skill levels, from a brand-new smith trying this out for the first time to an advanced project and everything in between.
Beginners: Alena Carnes and Jered Hampton from Knight’s Foundry will lead a project for beginning smiths.
The in-between: Mark Asprey and team will lead a light duty tongs workshop. These tongs will be a welcome addition to your tool kit.
Advanced: Watch a team of Experienced Smiths forge out large-scale material using the tried-and-true Smith and Striker method to produce a sculpture that will be auctioned off at the Spring Conference in Vista.
Power Hammer Workshop: Dennis Dusek will lead a session on making a round back flatter, part of the newly developed Power Hammer curriculum.
Vendors: Jacob Sands will be there with his amazing laser machine, so bring your apron or a leather item and get your name burned on it, or buy a patch from him; all custom and printed while you hang out!
McLellan Blacksmithing Shop
6961 Horseshoe Rd, Loomis, CA
January 24, 2026
9am to Dark
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For event info and reservations,
please contact: Victoria Ritter at education@calsmith.org
Join us at the Peppermill Reno from February 11–13, 2026, for NOMMA’s premier annual event—METALfab!
Connect with industry leaders, explore the latest innovations, and elevate your craft through dynamic exhibits, hands-on demonstrations, and invaluable networking opportunities.
Don’t miss your chance to shape the future of ornamental and architectural metalwork at the industry’s most anticipated gathering. Welcome to METALfab 2026—where inspiration meets innovation!
Peppermill Reno,
2707 South Virginia Street
89502 Nevada
February 11 - 13, 2026
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For event info and reservations,
please contact: info@nomma.org
JOIN US AS WE GO BACK TO BASICS!
The 2026 Bearded Brotherhood Ball is coming, and this year we’re stripping it down, firing it up, and taking it Back to Basics.
We’re heading to Miller’s place for the last weekend of February. Space will be tighter than usual, so we’ll get creative with camping arrangements. Bring a tent, bring a tarp, bring whatever keeps you warm and stops you from waking up spooning a stranger. (Unless that’s your thing. We don’t judge).
This year isn’t about big classes, big crowds, or big production. It’s about what started this whole damn Brotherhood in the first place:
Open forges. Good steel. Good people. Learning by doing. Smiting hot shite with your friends.
Food is bring-your-own-damn-food. Drinks too, but do drink plenty of beer. We may have issues with water access, so there’s a good chance you’ll need to help piss the fire out!
Miller's Pad
February 27 - Mar 1, 2026
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JOIN US AS WE GLARGEST KNIFE SHOW IN TEXAS
The 2026 Bearded Brotherhood Ball is coming, and this year we’re stripping it down, firing it up, and taking it Back to Basics.
Presented by BLADE Magazine, Blade Show Texas will pair some of the world’s best custom knifemakers, production knives, Everyday Carry Gear and cowboy artisan creations.
Ticket holders will have access to hundreds of exhibitors, on-floor giveaways, free demos, a knife awards after-party, and more. Blade Show Texas is not only a knife show but a two-day celebration of Texas culture, history and entertainment as well.
2026 EXHIBITORSBLADE Show Texas 2026 returns to Fort Worth, TX with its largest Show to date. Over 400 exhibitors will be onsite to showcase the latest in handcrafted knives, factory production, and knifemaking supplies.
Fort Worth Convention Center,
1201 Houston St, Fort Worth, TX
76102
February 27 - Mar 1, 2026
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- A blacksmithing opportunity for veterans in and around Southern W.V. -
* Demonstrations * Classes
* Open Smithing Area * Iron in the hat * Forging Competitions
Those participating in forging activities must wear natural fiber clothes and boots, ideally leather. Those not in appropriate clothing will not be able to get or use a forging pass for the day. Safety is top priority.
Camp Summers
Forest Hill, WV
April 22 - 26, 2026
10am - 5pm
Wednesday - Sunday
Open to Public and Paid Classes
Event will be cash only.
Cost:
Entry: $10 per day
Kids 12 and under: FREE
FREE TO VETERANS
** Class prices vary and will be listed on the roster as they become available.
Questions?
For event info and reservations,
please contact: swvvetblacksmithhammerin@gmail.com
Check us out on Facebook: /SouthernWVVeteranblacksmithhammerin
Camper spaces are limited, so contact Zack Kelly at Camp Summers at 304-673-9658 or by email at zack.kelly@summerscountywv.gov
This is an excellent opportunity to see TWO Nationally Renowned Blacksmith Demonstrators and some of the best demonstrators AACB offers!
Main Demonstrators:
AACB Demonstrators:There will also be vendors with various blacksmith goodies, not to mention a great Iron-In-The-Hat and AUCTION.
More details will be posted soon
Cannonsburgh Village
May 15 - 17, 2026
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For event info and reservations,
please contact: aacblacksmiths@gmail.com
BSD 2026 Will Feature Tal Harris And Derick Kemper (Www.damselflyforge.com/).
• Ferriers will be here this year!
• Saturday and Sunday 9 a.m. to noon and 1 p.m. to 4 p.m.
• Limited on-site camping available Friday and Saturday night; no hookups, no showers.
• No pets are allowed
• Tailgating (Blacksmith Flea market) for registered guests all weekend.
•Optional Friday Potluck Dinner - May 15, 2026 - 5:30 p.m.
• Breakfast, 8 a.m. to 10 a.m., and lunch, noon to 1 p.m., included each day for registered guests.
• Iron-in-the-Hat drawings
• Saturday and Sunday; drawing at noon; donation of blacksmith related items encouraged.
• Live Auction (50/50 or donation to BGCM) of handmade items: Saturday at 5 p.m.
• Saturday Dinner (advanced registration) after live auction, around 6 p.m. on May 16, 2026
• Tool and Equipment Silent Auction (20% commission): Ends Sunday at noon
• Raffle Drawing for handmade blacksmith tools - tickets available at meetings or the event.
500 S Center St, Westminster,
MD 21157, USA
May 16- 17, 2026
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WITH OVER 900 EXHIBITORS, BLADE SHOW IS THE WORLD’S LARGEST KNIFE SHOW
Globally-recognized exhibitors and legendary makers gather under one roof to introduce you to the largest selection of blades, knives, and outdoor gear and accessories in the world for attendees to purchase.
Shop hundreds of exhibitors and hold the world’s best knives. You'll find the newest blades, one-of-a-kind collectors knives, antique swords and much more along with browsing the equipment and materials used to make them.
Attend the free after-party each night in the Blade Show Pit where food and drinks are available.
Take one of our BLADE University knife education classes or watch a free demo including the Blade Sports World Championship Cutting Competition, Balisong Flipping Championships, knife sharpening, collecting seminars, self-defense classes & much more.
We hope you join us and the rest of the BLADE Community for the biggest knife event in the world.
Cobb Convention Center
2 Galleria Pkwy SE
Atlanta GA, 30339
June 5- 7, 2026
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List of Demonstrators:
- Darryl Reeves & Karina Roca
- Matt Jenkins
- Zeevik Gottlieb
- Lin Rhea
Bentonville, Arkansas
Benton County Fairgrounds located just 4 miles from the Northwest Arkansas National Airport (XNA). The fairgrounds include ample room for parking, 5 acres for tent camping, RV hookups, and plenty of space for all conference activities.
November 11- 14, 2026
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