2023 Passes Are SOLD OUT!
But we have had some movement on our Wait List so you might get lucky…join by clicking the orange button below. If additional passes become available for purchase, we will contact those on the list in the order received.
MORE WAYS TO ATTEND SVWC
If you aren’t able to become a donor or purchase a Conference Pass, there are still plenty of ways to get involved with SVWC! We recommend signing up for our email newsletter to receive updates about these programs and events.
- Purchase single event tickets to select Pavilion Talks
- Attend free Pavilion Lawn Talks
- Attend our free Community Speaker Series
- Livestream select talks for free
- Browse our free digital media library with talks from past conferences
- Become a volunteer
If you are a local student, teacher, or library staff, join us in the free reserved seating section for all Pavilion Talks (space is limited). Learn more.
PASS TYPES
Full Conference Pass ($1,100 each – SOLD OUT)
A Full Conference Pass lets you experience all the wonder of the Sun Valley Writers’ Conference throughout the three-day event—full access to all Pavilion talks, intimate breakout sessions, book signings, Q&As, breakfasts and lunches, mingling with the writers, and a closing reception on the stunning Sun Valley Pavilion lawn.
For access to private events with writers and VIP dinners, please inquire about becoming a donor.
Next Generation Pass ($550 each, 35 and under – SOLD OUT)
We are excited to offer our half-price Next Generation Pass again for 2023! This pass is available for those age 35 and under, inspiring the “next generation” to become lifelong SVWC supporters.
We only have a limited supply, so act fast. You can experience the wonder of the entire Writers’ Conference at half the price—full access to all Pavilion talks, intimate breakout sessions, book signings, Q&As, breakfasts and lunches, mingling with the writers, and a closing reception on the stunning Sun Valley Pavilion lawn.
HOW IT WORKS
Conference Passes are sold online on a first-come, first-served basis (maximum two per type, per person). We have a limited number, and they sell out almost every year—sometimes, within minutes. We recommend signing up for our email newsletter to receive important ticket sales information. Passes for 2023 are currently sold out, but you can join the waitlist.
If you would like to get early access to passes, and therefore guarantee your pass, learn more about joining our Family of Donors and our Donor Priority Pre-Sale. Email us with questions as [email protected].
WHERE TO BUY PASSES
Passes for 2023 are currently sold out, but you can join the waitlist. When available, you can purchase passes securely with a credit card directly from our website. If you have questions, call 208.726.5454 or email [email protected]
GET EARLY ACCESS AND GUARANTEE YOUR PASS
As a benefit to joining our Family of Donors, you will be given exclusive access to our Donor Priority Pre-Sale! This program is currently closed for 2023, but it allows you to purchase passes in advance of our general pass sale in February. To learn more, email us at [email protected].
COVID INFO
We are closely monitoring any COVID developments. At this time, we do not expect to require proof of vaccination for attendance at SVWC 2023. Whenever possible, presentations and meals and signings will be held in open-air venues. Masks will be encouraged, but not required. Our policy is subject to change. For up to date information, visit our COVID-19 Safety Protocols page.
2023 Presenters
Be Inspired.

Andrea Elliott

Ed Yong

Abraham Verghese

Annie Lowrey

Jonathan Escoffery

Michelle Kaufman

Imani Perry

Patrick Radden Keefe

Maria Hinojosa

Hernan Diaz

Evan Osnos

Mohsin Hamid

Ayad Akhtar

Anne Applebaum

Judy Woodruff

Robert Kagan

Dave Barry

Radek Sikorski

Emily St. John Mandel

Curtis Sittenfeld

Jake Barton

Sarah Thankam Mathews

Ezra Klein

Terry McDonell

Albert R. Hunt

David Grann

Jennifer Homans

Alexandra Petri

Javier Zamora

Aleksandra Crapanzano

Tracy K. Smith
The SVWC Experience
PLEASE NOTE:
During the course of the Sun Valley Writers’ Conference, we will be filming, photographing, and recording the overall experience, including all sessions and any Q&A that is included. (This is primarily for our marketing and distribution of content.) Please be aware that by attending the Conference you consent to allow the Conference to use your likeness and voice in recordings, films, and tapes in our marketing materials and all media, now and in the future, waive any rights with respect to such use, and release the Sun Valley Writers’ Conference from any liability pertaining to such use. If you have any questions, please contact us at [email protected].
If you purchase a pass and are no longer able to use it, you may notify us by May 15 for a refund minus a $35 per pass handling fee. Unfortunately, we cannot offer refunds after that time.