The American Cheese Society Judging and Competition is looking for volunteers to help run this year’s event!

For your planning purposes, please keep in mind that the 2026 ACS Judging & Competition will take place May 18-22, 2026 at the Huntington Bank Stadium on the University of Minnesota, Minneapolis campus. This is separate from the ACS 2026 Annual Conference, which will be held July 7-10 in Louisville, KY.

Volunteer shifts are open for Runners, Back of House, Event Setup, Reuse & Recycle, on the Cheesemonger Team, and more!

New to ACS or Judging & Competition?

There will be training available for all volunteers, so you’ll be prepped and ready to go. Volunteering is a great first step to further involvement with the Judging & Competition.

If you are interested in being a future judge or joining the Judging & Competition Committee, the Committee does ask that you come out and volunteer first to get a feel for the event.

We hope to see you volunteering in Minneapolis!