Craftcation 2026

Holly and Emily are back as your hosts for this year’s Iron Craft Ventura!

At Iron Craft Ventura, you’ll experience:
Crafting.
Secret Supplies.
Surprises.
Mayhem.
Craftcation attendees will compete against other makers to vie for the title (AND prizes!) of Iron Craft Champion. The defending champion will be there to hold her title- will she win again or will someone new claim the title?

Competitors will be given a basic set of craft supplies and will need to create a super rad creation, within minutes. But–there’s a catch: competitors will need to include the Secret Supply Item, which will be revealed just as the timer starts!

Come watch, or better yet, participate in this fast-paced, creative, yet fun event at Happy Hour

Wanderings Hosts transform their hotel rooms into unforgettable, one-of-a-kind experiences that showcase creativity, connection, and fun. From communal craft projects and dance parties to cocktail tastings, costume photo booths, podcast recordings, and even a temporary tattoo parlor with Craftcation-inspired designs, Wanderings is the highlight of the conference! Past favorites include a circus, a Christmas wonderland, a toast room, a Pride celebration, and the award-winning Olive Garden-inspired “Hospitaliano Suite” 🎉.

The possibilities are endless—craft a signature drink or snack to show off your culinary skills, lead a craft tutorial, host a skill-building session, perform a magic trick, or even build a pillow fort. Whether your room is cozy, whimsical, or over-the-top, Wanderings is your chance to bring your unique vision to life and delight your fellow attendees.