AAW 40th International
Woodturning Symposium
June 4 - 7, 2026
Raleigh Convention Center in Raleigh, NC
The AAW International Woodturning Symposium is the biggest woodturning event in the world and has something for everyone, no matter your experience level.
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Internationally Renowned Demonstrators – Top woodturners from around the world will be demonstrating for woodturners of all skill levels.
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Woodturning & Woodworking Trade Show – Many of your favorite woodturning and woodworking vendors in one place with exclusive deals and a hands-on look at the latest and greatest products.
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A Sense of Community – Connect with a welcoming community of woodturning hobbyists, professionals, artists, collectors, and vendors.
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Gallery, Exhibitions and Auctions – The largest and most unique display of awe-inspiring wood art from around the world
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Two Ways to Attend – Register for full access to all the demonstrations, presentations, gallery, auctions and tradeshow, or attend just the tradeshow and gallery for free.
2026 Demonstrator Line Up
Michael Anderson, Tennessee
Tyler David, Illinois
Diana Friend, Washington
Troy Grimwood, New Zealand
Mark Kielpinski, North Dakota
Sammy Long, Mississippi
Mike Mahoney, California
Matt Monaco, Missouri
Chad Schimmel, Arizona
Matthew Shewchuk, Japan
2026 POP ARTIST SHOWCASE
Janine Wang, Oregon
2026 POP ARTIST SHOWCASE
Dennis Belcher, North Carolina
Claude Dupuis, New Hampshire
Mark Gardner, North Carolina
Carol Hall, Pennsylvania
Joe Larese, New York
Robert Lyon, South Carolina
Yann Marot, France
Seri Robinson, Oregon
Peggy Schmid, Georgia
Niel Turner, Australia
Molly Winton, Washington
More Info & Resources Coming Soon!
Activities
Exhibitions & Auctions
The Instant Gallery, exhibitions and auctions feature incredible work from turners from around the world.
Trade Show
Get a hands on experience with some of the newest tools and gear at the largest woodturning tradeshow.
Hands-on Activities
Kids and adults can participate in hands-on woodturning classes and pen making.
Make Connections
Connect with other woodturners at the banquet, awards ceremony and other social events.
2026 Symposium Sponsored By:
