Norwescon

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The Pacific Northwest's premier Science Fiction and Fantasy convention. Norwescon 49 (#nwc49) will be March 25–28, 2027.

Keep the book talk going all year with the Norwescon's Bibliophiles group and discuss a new book each month. See what books we're reading, track events, and join the conversation by becoming a part of the Norwescon's Bibliophile Facebook group. Info at: buff.ly/2g0c58G.

Picture is a book cover for Cryptonomicon by Neal Stephenson. Background is a weathered black with a light grey outline of a cross-style shape. The title of the book is in yellow letters at the bottom of the image. Picture is of a book cover for The Buffalo Hunter Hunter by Stephen Graham Jones. The background is an illustration of a buffalo in profile with the title of the book in blood red script across the buffalo profile.
Picture is of a book cover for The Terraformers by Annalee Newitz. The background is an illustration of a cityscape set against a rugged evergreen coastline. A large tree is in the center of the image and the title of the book in white letters runs vertically on top of the image of the tree.

We're at the Puyallup Fair! Find us in the Expo Hall by the Gold Gate entrance. Come say hi and learn about what we're planning for #nwc49. We're sharing the space with other convention friends, Crypticon Seattle and @dfgamecon.bsky.social. We're here today through Saturday!

Photo is of a table in the foreground with a black tablecloth with the Norwescon logo. On the table are postcards and other literature. Behind the table are two posterboards and one banner that reads Crypticon Seattle. There is a backdrop of black cloth behind everything.

It's September already? We bid good bye to summer and head into fall we must also say good bye to our current membership rate. On October 1, the four-day adult membership rate will increase to $110. Until then, a four-day adult membership is only $80. Purchase at: buff.ly/DJErSm8.

Picture is a collage of previous years' Norwescon badges. In the center is a name tag style image with the Norwescon logo. Below this are the words Membership Rate Increase October 1

Calling all authors, artists, scientists, crafters, fandom experts, and more for #NWC49! Our panelist applications are open and we're ready to hear from you. We recommend filling out the application by mid-August. Apply here: buff.ly/T1LhsYD.

A picture of an elf with white hair, holding a sword standing at the mouth of a cave, a growling panther at their side looking out into a wilderness. In the top right corner are the words Norwescon 49 in black, and the words To Boldly Go in brown. In the center of the image are the words Panelist Applications Are Open!

At Norwescon, we love reading and collecting books. Do you have a collection you want to show off? Post a picture of your bookshelves in the comments. Be creative, show us your book loving pets too! #norwescon #NWC49

Promotional graphic for Norwescon inviting followers to share photos of their bookshelves; features a wall of books, a cartoon girl reading on stacked books, the Norwescon logo, headline "Show us your bookshelves!" and steps to snap a pic and post in comments.

We want panel suggestions for #NWC49! Had a geeky conversation and thought the topic would make a great panel at a convention? If it's a panel you want to run, complete the panel suggestion form at our website. For a more casual idea you hope to see others develop, email programming@norwescon.org.

A picture of an elf with white hair, holding a sword standing at the mouth of a cave, a growling panther at their side looking out into a wilderness. In the top right corner are the words Norwescon 49 in black, and the words To Boldly Go in brown. In the center of the image are the words Panel Suggestions Now Open!

News From Norwescon July 2026: About the NWC49 guests of honor, our summer camping trip is coming soon, our historical archives continue to grow, memberships and hotel room reservations are available, and how to let us know who you…

News From Norwescon July 2026

About the NWC49 guests of honor, our summer camping trip is coming soon, our historical archives continue to grow, memberships and hotel room reservations are available, and how to let us know who…

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Clarion West Awards the Norwescon Scholarship: Clarion West is an intensive six-week workshop for writers preparing for professional careers in science fiction and fantasy, held annually in Seattle. Norwescon provides an annual scholarship to Clar…

Clarion West Awards the Norwescon Scholarship

Clarion West is an intensive six-week workshop for writers preparing for professional careers in science fiction and fantasy, held annually in Seattle. Norwescon provides an annual scholarship to…

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It's almost time for camping! Join #norwescon for the annual camping trip July 10-12, 2026 and hang out in the woods with fellow geeks. Don't forget to RSVP to campout@norwescon.org.

Top of picture is cartoon-style illustration of two people in orange shirts and brown pants sitting next to a campfire and an orange tent. They are surrounded by green trees and grass. Below this is the Norwescon logo. Below the logo are the words _Join us for a weekend in the woods at the Bay view State Park group campsite, near Mount Vernon, over the weekend of July 10th to 12th, 2026_ Followed by MAKE FRIENDS _line_ NATURE ESCAPE _line_ GEEK OUT on a dark green background. Below that are the words _Weekend In The Woods_ on a white background. Below that on a white background are the words _RSVP to Todd at campout@norwescon.org._Top of picture is cartoon-style illustration of two people in orange shirts and brown pants sitting next to a campfire and an orange tent. They are surrounded by green trees and grass. Below this is the Norwescon logo. Below the logo are the words _Camping Details July 10th to 12th, 2026. Cost for weekend: $15 to $20 per person. 24 spots for tent camping no rv allowed on site. Check-in on Friday begins at 2 p.m. (Discover Pass is required for vehicles, passes are $10/night or $45/annually)_ on a green background. Below that on a white background are the words _RSVP to Todd at campout@norwescon.org._Top of picture is cartoon-style illustration of two people in orange shirts and brown pants sitting next to a campfire and an orange tent. They are surrounded by green trees and grass. Below this is the Norwescon logo. Below the logo are the words _weekend in the woods campsite features_ on a white background. Followed by the words _picnic tables, fire rings, charcoal grills, full bathrooms, and showers! Enjoy light hiking, biking trails, fishing with permit, and an area for metal detecting. kayaks and paddleboarding allowed._ on a green background. Below that is the Norwescon logo on a white background, then the words _RSVP to Todd at campout@norwescon.org._

It’s the annual Norwescon summer volunteer appreciation picnic! (Well…summer-ish this year.) if you’re here, great! If not? Join us next year! In the meantime, enjoy your summer, and look for more info about #NWC49 starting this fall! www.norwescon.org

Lots of Norwescon volunteers gathered around tables under a large picnic shelter in a park.

The #Norwescon Bibliophiles book club is going strong! June's book is A Drop of Corruption by Robert Jackson Bennett. Join us Tuesday June 16 at 7 p.m. to discuss the book and meet other bibliophiles! For more information join the dedicated Facebook group: buff.ly/8rvP8RO.

Image is of a black and silver book cover, title is A Drop Of Corruption by Robert Jackson Bennett.  There is an image of a plant with a hand coming out of the roots. Beside the book cover is a strip of bright green succulent plants, some are trailing onto the cover.

Don't forget! #Norwescon volunteers are invited to join our annual Volunteer Appreciation Picnic on Sunday, June 7, from 11 a.m. until 2 p.m. at Steel Lake Park in Federal Way. Friends, family, and new volunteers are welcome! Location details and Facebook event link at: buff.ly/kxSyOmR.

The background photo is of a picnic shelter. Hanging from the ceiling is a black and white banner with the Norwescon logo. The Norwescon logo is made up of a rocket above the word Norwescon and a dragon below. Their are people gathered at a picnic table in the center of the shelter and the weather is sunny. Below the logo are the words Volunteer Appreciation Picnic Sunday June 7, 2026 Steel Lake Park, Federal Way, WA.

Our friends at the Science Fiction and Fantasy Writers Association (SFWA) want to remind our reading, writing, and book-loving community about the upcoming 61st Annual Nebula Awards Conference and Nebula Awards Ceremony! Tickets: buff.ly/U0PW02o

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