Frequently Asked Questions
Preguntas Frecuentes
Looking for general information about the San Miguel Writers’ Conference? You’re in the right place. This page answers common questions about registration, volunteering, our writing contest, and more.
You can sign up here to receive email updates about the conference, early ticket access, and more.
We select our volunteers 6–12 months in advance. To learn more and for the link to the application form visit this page.
Applications for the 2027 Conference are now closed. To apply for 2028, return to our website in March 2027.
Thank you for your interest! Learn more about our Patron and Donation Opportunities here.
https://sanmiguelwritersconference.org/patron-opportunities/
Please contact us through our Contact Form to explore sponsorship opportunities.
To discuss potential partnerships or collaborations, please contact us at this address.
Please reach out through our Contact Form, and someone from our team will respond shortly.
Yes. Through our annual writing contest, three writers will be awarded a “The Works” Package for the 2026 Conference. Learn more here.
Submit your entry by September 15, 2026 (Midnight CDT) through our contest portal here.
Some events, like the Keynote Round Tables, are only available as part of a package purchase. If something seems missing, please contact us through our online Contact Form.
Algunos eventos, como las Mesas Redondas Magistrales, solo están disponibles como parte de la compra de un paquete. Si parece que falta algo, póngase en contacto con nosotros a través de nuestro Formulario de Contacto en línea.
Yes, we do have a waitlist and in most cases people who are on it get the tickets they want. Please contact us through our online Contact Form.
Please refer to our Refund & Transfer Policy for full details.
Visit our Refund & Transfer Policy for information on ticket and package refunds.
We currently do not offer a discounted rate for groups. However, we do offer an Early Bard discount on packages purchased when we first launch our registration. If the Early Bard discount period has passed and you have a group interested in coming together, please contact us through our online Contact Form and we can discuss options.
Still have questions?
Our team is here to help. Reach out via the support page or register when you're ready.
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