Norwescon 48
Illuminating the Way
April 2–5, 2026 | SeaTac, WA
Guests of Honor
Features
Programming
Hundreds of hours of panel programming presented by more than 200 panelists, covering such diverse subjects as science fiction, fantasy, science, costuming, art, writing, genre television, and movies, as well as myriad other topics of interest to fans.
Special Events
The Masquerade, the Philip K. Dick Awards, dances, concerts, performances, and other events not part of our general panel programming.
Exhibitors
Meet and interact with local artists, shop from vendors in the Dealers’ Room, discover art in the Art Show, and learn about local clubs, organizations, and other conventions.
Be A Part
Norwescon is an all-volunteer organization. Volunteer at the convention, or join our Convention Committee and help us throughout the year to put Norwescon together!
Location
Norwescon 48 will be held at our long-time home at the DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Seattle Airport, located in SeaTac, WA, just a short jaunt south of Seattle.
Recent News
Introducing Science Guest of Honor Summer Ash, registration and hotel reservations are open, auditions are open for our Labyrinth shadow cast, teen engagement is back, Masquerade and Single Pattern Contest signups are open, announcing our dance themes, calling GMs, we’ll be camping again this summer, we’re looking for panel moderators, meetup signups are open, the Little Free Library wants your books, and we’re always looking for more volunteers!
December’s ConCom meeting is coming soon! Join us on Saturday, December 6 to help plan Norwescon 48!
About spotlight publisher Orbit and representative Bradley Englert; announcing the Labyrinth shadow cast; registration, dealers’ room, and hotel reservations are all open; and we’re always looking for volunteers!
November’s ConCom meeting is coming soon! Join us on Saturday, November 1 to help plan Norwescon 48!
Learn about Artist Guest of Honor Geneva Bowers; Art Show, Club Table, Single Pattern Contest, and Masquerade applications are open; Special Events is looking for performers; and we’re looking for volunteers!
October’s ConCom meeting is coming soon! Join us on Saturday, October 4 on Zoom to help plan Norwescon 48!