California: SoCal Regional events
Serious about improving your craft? SCBWI's regional events provide opportunities for professional growth and help you connect with a supportive, creative community.
2026 SCBWI SoCal LA Festival of Books
Apr 18, 2026 - Apr 19, 2026
3 event
Unlimited seats
University of Southern California 3551 Trousdale Pkwy - Los Angeles, CA 90089
Buy books! Get autographs! SCBWI-SoCal is sharing a double-booth with the SCBWI-LA region at the LA Festival of Books. This event attracts 150,00 visitors and features booths, author panels, book signings, exhibitions and culinary demos celebrating diverse voices in fiction and non-fiction. he nation's largest literary and cultural celebration.
2026 SCBWI SoCal Tahquitz MG-YA Writers Retreat
May 28, 2026 - May 31, 2026
10 event
Available seats 7
Tahquitz Pines Conference Center, 55251 S Circle Dr, Idyllwild-Pine Cove, CA 92549
Want to polish your middle grade or young adult novel? Join our four-day small-group intensive writer retreat in idyllic Idyllwild. You’ll be able to hone your craft and polish your manuscript with the guidance of industry professionals. This event includes four critique group sessions led by an agent or editor, a 1:1 coaching session, and optional paid written critiques.