2026 WIGA Conference

We are pleased to announce the 2026 WIGA Viticulture and Oenology Conference, and Island Wines Showcase, to be held on Thursday March 12th at the Cobble Hill Hall. We’re returning to this venue because we found it perfect for our conference! 

We’re proud to once again bring together a highly skilled lineup of speakers, sharing their expertise and fresh perspectives on key industry topics.

👉 Charlie Holland, Marbury Wines, England – Viticulture and Oenology of traditional method sparkling wines
👉 Jamie Lewis, Winemaker X NOVO Winery, Oregon – Pinot noir in cool climate – how to gain colour and how to protect/stabilize it
👉 Amy Luck-MacGregor, Soil Food Web Lab, Cobble Hill – Compost at Any Scale
👉 Chris Mark – Vintality, Okanagan Valley – Potassium in the Vineyard
👉 Alex Nichols, Winemaker, Banke Wines, Oregon – Traditional Method Sparkling from Pinot Noir

Your conference ticket now includes access to the Wine Islands Showcase – no extra ticket needed!

As most members have not yet renewed their WIGA membership, we’ve simplified the process for you!

When you purchase a “Category A” Primary Conference Ticket, your WIGA membership is automatically renewed.

Each membership includes up to three additional individuals from the same winery or organization, who may register for the conference under “Category B”.

Please make sure to indicate the winery or organization you represent when registering.

Early Bird Pricing – until March 2nd:
“Category A” (Membership + Primary Conference Ticket): $175  ($200 after March 2nd) 
“Category B” (Additional Member Conference Ticket): $100 ($125 after march 2nd)

For Registration please click here!

If you haven’t yet renewed your WIGA membership, it’s easily done on our Membership Info page.