Norwescon 43 Is Going Virtual!
Rather than risk missing another year, we’re taking the convention to a new frontier—online!
Executive Team
Announcements from the Norwescon Executive Team.
September ConCom Meeting
Would you like to help plan, organize, and create the Pacific Northwest’s premier science-fiction and fantasy convention? September’s Norwescon 43 planning meeting will be held Saturday, September 19th, 2020.
NWC43 ConCom Planning Meeting Dates
We’ve finalized this year’s cycle of ConCom planning meeting dates! This year, all of our meetings will be held virtually using Zoom.
Announcing Norwescon 43 Episode II
We are pleased to announce that next year’s convention, held April 1–4, 2021, will be Norwescon 43 Episode II!
Norwescon Summer Events Canceled
In the interest of the safety and health of our members, and due to the ongoing social distancing requirements and restrictions on gatherings, our summer events have been canceled.
Locus Awards are Going Virtual
This year’s events will be in the form of a virtual ceremony to be held June 27th.
No rwescon 2020 T-Shirt Last Call!
This Sunday, May 10th, will be the cutoff date for ordering the limited-edition ‘No rwescon 2020’ shirt.
2020 Philip K. Dick Award Winner Announced
It was announced on Friday, April 10, 2020 at Norwescon 43, in (virtual) SeaTac, Washington, that the winner for the distinguished original science fiction paperback published for the first time during 2019 in the U.S.A. is SOONER OR LATER EVERYTHING FALLS INTO THE SEA: STORIES by Sarah Pinsker. Special citation was given to THE LITTLE ANIMALS by Sarah Tolmie (Aqueduct Press).
Norwescon 2021 Guests of Honor Announcement
We are thrilled to announce that all of the Guests of Honor who were scheduled for Norwescon 43 have accepted our invitations to attend in 2021! Writer GOH – Jacqueline Carey Artist GOH – Sana Takeda Science GOH – Dr. Susan Langley Spotlight Publisher – TOR Books Writer Guest of Honor – Jacqueline Carey New … Read more
May ConCom Meeting
Would you like to help plan, organize, and create the Pacific Northwest’s premier science-fiction and fantasy convention? May’s Norwescon 43 post-con meeting will be held Saturday, May 2nd, 2020.
The 2020 Philip K. Dick Award Ceremony
Norwescon, in conjunction with the Philadelphia Science Fiction Society, invites you to join us online on Friday, April 10th at 7 p.m. PST for the presentation of the 2020 Philip K. Dick Award.
Norwescon 43 (was Postponed)
For the health and safety of our community, due to the ongoing concerns about the coronavirus situation, and in accordance with the recent proclamations by Washington State Governor Jay Inslee and the King County Public Health Department, we have decided to cancel this year’s convention. Norwescon 43 will be back in 2021.
News from Norwescon 43: February 2020
Save the Date! Join us on Sunday, April 5th for the annual Norwescon Stuffing Party! Be the first in your neighborhood to see what sort of goodies everyone will receive in their swag bags! We might even have the latest programming grids on the wall for your perusal. Working at the stuffing party counts towards … Read more
March ConCom Meeting
Would you like to help plan, organize, and create the Pacific Northwest’s premier science-fiction and fantasy convention? March’s Norwescon 43 planning meeting will be held Saturday, March 7th, 2020.
The Info Table Needs You!
Joining us at Norwescon 43? Looking for an easy way to dip your toe into volunteering? Whether you’re a long-time attendee who already knows all the ins and outs, or are still new to the weird and wonderful world of Norwescon, the Information Table would love to have your help! The Info Table is a … Read more
February ConCom Meeting
Would you like to help plan, organize, and create the Pacific Northwest’s premier science-fiction and fantasy convention? February’s Norwescon 43 planning meeting will be held Saturday, February 8th, 2020.
News from Norwescon 43: January 2020
NorwesKids Arts & Crafts Show! We are excited to announce our beloved NorwesKids Arts & Crafts Show at Norwescon! Young artists (ages 0-12) are encouraged to bring (or make) arts and crafts that we will put on display in Olympic 1 during the convention. All convention members will be welcome to vote on favorites in … Read more
2020 Philip K. Dick Award Nominees Announced
The judges of the 2020 Philip K. Dick Award and the Philadelphia SF Society, along with the Philip K. Dick Trust, are pleased to announce the six nominated works that comprise the final ballot for the award.
January ConCom Meeting
Would you like to help plan, organize, and create the Pacific Northwest’s premier science-fiction and fantasy convention? January’s Norwescon 43 planning meeting will be held Saturday, January 18th, 2020.