Events
Looking to get involved with the WriterFest community? From workshops and networking for writers to happy hours for entertainment industry professionals, the WriterFest team has 2026 filled with amazing event opportunities!
Tales Around the Table: WriterFest at North Wind Manor
Join WriterFest at North Wind Manor for an evening of conversation, creativity, and community. Gather around with film and TV storyteller and producer Paige Collins, singer-songwriters and musical duo Jenna and Chris Badeker, and novelist Claire Gibson.
Featuring a light, engaging program and plenty of time for conversation, this event offers a chance to connect with fellow creatives who cherish art, faith, and building communities that do good.
Freehand
An evening of stories & creative writing at Grandpa Bar.
Come to mingle, listen to featured speakers, sign up for open mic slots, and participate in a creative writing activity at the end of the night.
Learn more about this partnered event here.
WriterFest Series: Office Hours with Your Publishing Professor, Sara Wigal
Join this virtual open office hour to ask questions, get advice, and connect with a publishing expert and tenured professor of publishing, Sara Wigal.
Have questions about writing, editing, publishing, or marketing your work as an author? Looking to connect with others already working in the literary and publishing world?
Join this FREE online event. RSVP to claim your ticket today, as seats are limited and we expect this to “sell” out.
WriterFest Pros: Brentwood Edition
To get details about WriterFest Pros events you must be an approved member of our WriterFest Pros Newsletter List. To apply, submit HERE.
Freehand
An evening of stories & creative writing at Grandpa Bar.
Come to mingle, listen to featured speakers, sign up for open mic slots, and participate in a creative writing activity at the end of the night.
Learn more about this partnered event here.
Freehand
An evening of stories & creative writing at Grandpa Bar.
Come to mingle, listen to featured speakers, sign up for open mic slots, and participate in a creative writing activity at the end of the night.
Learn more about this partnered event here.
Freehand
An evening of stories & creative writing at Grandpa Bar.
Come to mingle, listen to featured speakers, sign up for open mic slots, and participate in a creative writing activity at the end of the night.
Learn more about this partnered event here.
Freehand
An evening of stories & creative writing at Grandpa Bar.
Come to mingle, listen to featured speakers, sign up for open mic slots, and participate in a creative writing activity at the end of the night.
Learn more about this partnered event here.
Freehand
An evening of stories & creative writing at Grandpa Bar.
Come to mingle, listen to featured speakers, sign up for open mic slots, and participate in a creative writing activity at the end of the night.
Learn more about this partnered event here.
WriterFest Pros: Green Hills Edition
To get details about WriterFest Pros events you must be an approved member of our WriterFest Pros Newsletter List. To apply, submit HERE.
Freehand
An evening of stories & creative writing at Grandpa Bar.
Come to mingle, listen to featured speakers, sign up for open mic slots, and participate in a creative writing activity at the end of the night.
Learn more about this partnered event here.
Freehand
An evening of stories & creative writing at Grandpa Bar.
Come to mingle, listen to featured speakers, sign up for open mic slots, and participate in a creative writing activity at the end of the night.
Learn more about this partnered event here.
WriterFest Series: Office Hours with Your Publishing Professor
Join this virtual open office hour to ask questions, get advice, and connect with a publishing professional and Director of Publishing.
Creative Networking for Introverts
Introverts, this one's for you!
This event will include:
Happy hour beverages (alcohol and NA)
Hors d'oeuvres
Guided networking geared at supporting introverts
A relaxing environment in a private residence
Freehand
An evening of stories & creative writing at Grandpa Bar.
Come to mingle, listen to featured speakers, sign up for open mic slots, and participate in a creative writing activity at the end of the night.
Learn more about this partnered event here.
WriterFest Pros: Marathon Village Edition
To get details about WriterFest Pros events you must be an approved member of our WriterFest Pros Newsletter List. To apply, submit HERE.
Access to Agents
Come get the inside scoop on what it's like to be an agent, and meet the agents in attendance at Grandpa Bar!
Note: This is not an opportunity to query agents. Rather, come meet them and learn about what they're looking for, and you may be invited to reach out after the event.
This event includes:
2 Drink Tickets
Opportunity to meet literary agents in attendance
Opportunity to network and bounce ideas off of peers
Live music!
Attending agents besides Ami:
Sara Wigal, AMLA
Mary Elizabeth Colton, AMLA
Danielle Marshall, AMLA
Mytecia Myles, Embolden Media
More to be announced!
Freehand
An evening of stories & creative writing at Grandpa Bar.
Come to mingle, listen to featured speakers, sign up for open mic slots, and participate in a creative writing activity at the end of the night.
Learn more about this partnered event here.
Freehand
An evening of stories & creative writing at Grandpa Bar.
Come to mingle, listen to featured speakers, sign up for open mic slots, and participate in a creative writing activity at the end of the night.
Learn more about this partnered event here.
WriterFest Pros: East Nashville Edition
To get details about WriterFest Pros events you must be an approved member of our WriterFest Pros Newsletter List. To apply, submit HERE.
Tending the Creative Fire: WriterFest at North Wind Manor
Join WriterFest at North Wind Manor for an evening of conversation, creativity, and community. Gather around the fireplace with playwright A.S. (Pete) Peterson, singer-songwriter Becca Jordan, and author/poet Carly Marlys Anderson for an intimate night of storytelling and shared imagination.
Featuring a light, engaging program and plenty of time for conversation, this event offers a chance to connect with fellow creatives who cherish art, faith, and building communities that do good.
Hosted by The Rabbit Room