Schedule of Events
It’s here! The Norwescon 45 schedule of events! Get the rundown of every event happening all weekend long with our full event listings! Time to start planning!
Daily Schedules and Descriptions
Thursday, April 6
Friday, April 7
Saturday, April 8
Sunday, April 9
Once again, we have a stellar lineup of panels and events planned for your convention weekend. Have fun digging in and planning your time at Norwescon 45!
Streaming Panels and Events
If you can’t make it to Norwescon and would like a taste of what we have to offer (or are attending and need a little quiet time in your room but still want to see the con), we are streaming the following panels and events on our Twitch or YouTube channels! No account is needed to watch on either service, but a Twitch account is necessary to participate in the Twitch chat.
Thursday, April 6
Into the Metaverse 2 p.m. 
Tips for Writing Space Battles 3 p.m.
Worldbuilding Do’s and Don’ts 5 p.m.
Alien Intelligence on Earth and in Space 6 p.m.
Norwescon 45 Opening Ceremonies 7 p.m. 
Friday, April 7
If Wishes were Fishes 10 a.m.
Does AI Threaten Writers’ Livelihoods? 11 a.m.
Interview and Q&A With Grace P. Fong 11 a.m.
How Horror and SFF Blend Noon
Interview and Q&A With Dr. Greg Dubos Noon
Disability Literacy 2 p.m.
Interview and Q&A with Uncanny Magazine 2 p.m.
Carry On, My Wayward Scribe 3 p.m.
Interview and Q&A wtih P. Djèlí Clark 3 p.m.
Rising Oceans, Blurring Genres 4 p.m.
When the Lights Go Out 6 p.m.
Philip K. Dick Awards 7 p.m.
Saturday, April 8
Our Flag Means FABULOUS! 11 a.m.
Beyond the Hero’s Journey? Noon
Live Recording of Writers Not Writing 2 p.m.
Sherlock Holmes: Between Two Worlds 3 p.m.
The Magic of Small Stakes 4 p.m.
Saying Yes: Improv Ideas at the RPG Table 6 p.m.
Masquerade 7 p.m.
Sunday, April 9
Problematic Faves 10 a.m.
Myths About Fan Fiction 11 a.m.
Better Worlds Are Possible Noon
Laugh It Up 2 p.m.
Guidebook
We use Guidebook to provide the best possible smartphone/tablet/mobile experience! Just download the official Guidebook app on your iOS or Android device, search for the Norwescon 45 guide, and you’ll be ready to go!
We will be updating the interactive Guidebook as we approach the convention to ensure it is the most up-to-date version of our schedule.
We strongly encourage you to download our mobile guide to enhance your experience at Norwescon 45. You’ll be able to plan your day with a personalized schedule and browse exhibitors, maps and general show info.
The app is compatible with iPhones, iPads, iPod Touches and Android devices. Users of other devices can access the same information via the mobile site at guidebook.com.