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Bead Fest 2026 Registration Opens for 25th Anniversary Celebration with Bead Arts Awards Winners to Be Announced and Featured Live in Valley Forge 

GOLDEN, Colo.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Golden Peak Media announced today that registration is now open for Bead Fest 2026, taking place August 5–8, 2026 at Valley Forge Casino Resort in King of Prussia, Pennsylvania. Conveniently located in the heart of the Northeast Corridor, the venue is less than two hours from Philadelphia, New York City, Washington, D.C., and Baltimore, making it an accessible destination for creators nationwide.

Marking Bead Fest’s 25th Anniversary, the 2026 event will serve as a community recognition moment—celebrating the longevity, impact, and growth of Bead Fest and the bead and jewelry community it serves. The program features four days of workshops, a vibrant Marketplace, and programming designed to bring artists, instructors, vendors, and enthusiasts together for meaningful learning, shopping, and inspiration.

“From the very first Bead Fest, our goal has been simple: bring people together for a fun, educational, community-first experience,” said Tammy Honaman, Executive Editor. “Our attendees are at the heart of it all, and this event thrives because of the incredible vendors and instructors who share their expertise and passion so generously. For 25 years, they’ve filled the halls with beautiful materials, inspiration, and connection. It’s been an honor to be part of Bead Fest since the beginning—here’s to the next 25 years!”

Bead Arts Awards Spotlight: Winners Announced and Featured at Bead Fest

Bead Fest 2026 will also feature the Bead Arts Awards, which celebrate excellence in bead artistry and craftsmanship, highlighting innovation, technique, and design leadership within the community. All winners will be announced and featured at Bead Fest in Valley Forge, PA, with $500 cash awarded to the Grand Prize Winner and $150 cash awarded to Category Winners.

Registration Information

Attendees can learn more and register at BeadFest.com. Online registration allows participants to customize their Bead Fest experience—including workshops and Marketplace access—and save with early‑bird pricing available through April 25, 2026.

About Golden Peak Media

Golden Peak Media is a leading media and events company serving passionate maker communities. Through trusted brands and immersive experiences across beading, jewelry making, and other creative categories, Golden Peak Media connects audiences with expert instruction, inspiring ideas, and hands‑on opportunities to learn, shop, and create.

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