2026 South Coast Writers Conference - Feb. 13-14, 2026 - Southwestern Oregon Community College

Registration for the 2026 Conference is now closed.

**NEW** The Chetco Community Public Library will hold a FREE Early Bird Reception Thursday, February 12, 2026 (See “schedule overview” below for details)

The South Coast Writers Conference brings together a collection of writers from the Northwest to share, explore, and celebrate the many facets of writing. The conference, held on Presidents’ Day weekend February 13 and 14, provides an opportunity for an extended stay to write and to explore the splendor of the southern Oregon Coast. The conference takes place on Southwestern’s Curry Campus (96082 Lone Ranch Parkway
Brookings, OR 97415).

The conference is an eclectic gathering of writers of various genres including novice and published authors. The goal of this conference is to highlight local writers and inspire new writers while connecting them to local resources. The conference features some of the Northwest’s best writers to guide participants in an exploration of many writing genres.

This year features workshop presenters across genres from poetry to graphic novels. On Friday, you can choose from three all-day workshops, running from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., for $80. On Saturday, four 90-minute workshop sessions are offered between 9:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m., with multiple options available in each session, for $85. The price for both days is $165. Authors’ night features the keynote speaker at 7:00pm on Friday, February 13, and is free and open to the public.

REGISTRATION

REGISTRATION OPENS JANUARY 5, 2026

The cost of the conference will be as follows:

$165 for both days

$85 for Saturday only

$80 for Friday only

The conference takes place on Southwestern’s Curry Campus (96082 Lone Ranch Parkway, Brookings, OR 97415)

SCHEDULE OVERVIEW

**NEW** THURSDAY, FEB. 12 @ 3:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. – FREE Chetco Community Public Library Early Bird Reception

The public is invited to a FREE early bird reception ahead of the South Coast Writers Conference! Get to know early conference arrivals from 3-5pm on Thursday, 2/12, enjoy light refreshments, and learn more about the upcoming workshops and presenters. This event is presented in partnership with the South Coast Writers Conference and Southwestern Oregon Community College. (Food allergy disclaimer: We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens).

Location: Chetco Community Public Library
405 Alder St
Brookings, OR 97415

Click the button for a comprehensive agenda and biographies of presenters.

Agenda & Presenter Bios

High-level Conference Overview:

Friday, February 13, 2026