Coming Soon - 2026 Austin SCBWI Conference: Community, Passion, and the Persistence of Art
Sep 26, 2026 - Nov 26, 2026
Joe C Thompson Conference Center, 2405 Robert Dedman Dr, Austin, TX 78712
Join us in-person September 26th, 2026!
SIGN UP TO BE REMINDED ABOUT EARLY BIRD PRICING & OPPORTUNITIES! <- Early bird opens June 14th, 9am
- 🎤 21 sessions: keynotes, breakouts, workshops, & first looks
- 💡 Agent panel & editor panel
- 📝 Over 300 spots for critiques, pitches, portfolio reviews, AMAs
- ✏️ Portfolio showcase, illustrator awards, and mentorship
- 🏅 PB, Middle Grade, & YA year-long writing mentorships
- 🌮 Parking & food included (lunch, desserts, coffee, tea & more)
- 🍹 Guest-List only Friday Industry Mixer (FREE for PALs)
- 🎥 Opportunity to purchase recordings to ALL sessions!
- 💼 Free pre-conference preparation workshops
INFORMATION NAVIGATION:
WHEN
Friday, Sept 26th, 2025 6:30 - 9:30 pm CST (Industry Mixer)
Saturday, Sept 27th, 2025 8:00 am-5:00 pm CST (Conference Day) Available Seats: 150
WHERE
Joe C Thompson Conference Center, 2405 Robert Dedman Dr, Austin, TX 78712 (In-person ONLY)
HOW
Registration opens for Early Bird June 14th, 9am -- You may revisit the conference registration page as often as you like to add more items to your registration as long as spots remain. Please note critiques and pitches tend to sell out quickly, so you run the risk of not securing your spot if you wait too long. Visit the START HERE page to learn how to register!
Questions about this event? Contact [email protected]