MBDA 89th Annual Convention - 2025

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MBDA 89th Annual Convention - 2025

10/24/2025 - 10/26/2025

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We are thrilled to present the 89th Annual MBDA Convention and Trade Show Friday, October 24 through Sunday, October 26, 2025 at Kalahari Resorts and Convention Center in Mt. Pocono. Over three days, you’ll connect with fellow Pennsylvania beer distributors, manufacturers and suppliers, sample products, explore the newest equipment and services on the trade show floor, and get clear updates on market trends and industry regulations—all in one convenient location.We will be offering a variety of sessions including a Welcome Reception/Legislative Meet and Greet on Friday evening, Breakfast and Business sessions on Saturday and Sunday mornings as well as the Annual Member Meeting Sunday morning.

In addition, please join us Saturday evening for our newly formatted Trade Show. Be a part of an exciting evening featuring a wide variety of top manufacturers offering product samples, cutting edge innovative allied trade vendors and chef-curated tasting stations. A lively DJ, and exciting raffle prizes will add to the excitement of the event. Don’t miss this fresh take on our signature event

Kalahari Resorts and Convention Center
250 Kalahari Blvd
Pocono Manor, PA 18349 United States

Kalahari Resorts and Convention Center is an amazing, family-friendly venue for our event. Rooms are being held at a very special discounted rate of $259 per night. (This rate includes 4 passes to the waterpark.) You can click this link to make hotel room reservations at our special MBDA rate.

Some RECOMMENDED NEARBY ATTRACTIONS – Shopping; Pocono Premium Outlets, Mount Airy Casino, Tour Jim Thorpe Old Jail Museum or the Asa Packer Mansion

Event Contact
Lisa Pistella

10/24/2025 - 10/26/2025

Friday, October 24

6 PM – 8 PM - Welcome Reception and Legislative Meet & Greet

Saturday, October 25

8 AM – 12:00 PM - Breakfast & Business Session

5 PM – 9 PM - Trade Show/Dinner; product samples, vendors and chef-curated tasting stations. A lively DJ, and exciting raffle prizes will add to the excitement of the event.

Sunday, October 26

8 AM – 1 PM - Breakfast & Business Session & Membership Meeting

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