Submit Programming

Are you passionate about romance? We’re looking for individuals to host panels and events at Romancing Portland! Think dragons, morally gray love interests, found family, and swoon-worthy worldbuilding. Discussions, intimate chats, debates, workshops, craft sessions, dance lessons – it’s all welcome! If your concept would spark frenzied debate or make new bookish friendships, it belongs here!

  • All applications must be submitted by June 11, 2026
  • Applicants will be notified no later than July 2, 2026 regarding the status of your application
  • All applicants and participants must be at least 18 years of age by September 11, 2026

About You

Name(Required)
Please provide us with a main point of contact for your program. This person will receive all our communications leading up to the event and will be responsible for sharing that information with the other participants in the program.
All future communications regarding acceptance, denials, and coordination once approved will be sent to this email. Please double check the spelling and whitelist @romancingportland.com to avoid missing our emails.
The best contact to reach before and during the event, should the need arise.
If you are submitting on behalf of a publisher or group
If you are submitting on behalf of a publisher or group
This should be an exciting paragraph describing exactly what your program is all about and why fans should attend. Really sell it! We will use this description on our website. [Please keep it under 10 sentences.]
Does it need to be a certain duration? Does it require a certain type of participation? Do you need an open floor, classroom style seating, or theater seating? The more details the better!

Your Panelists

How Many Panelists Will Be Participating In Your Program, including yourself?(Required)
An approved Romancing Portland panel comes with up to 6 passes for you and your panelists. These passes are only for those actually participating in the program.

Accommodations and Agreements

Panelist Agreements(Required)
I understand that I must request any special AV needs at least 6 weeks before the event, and that special requests are not guaranteed. I understand that I should arrive to my program at least 15 minutes ahead of time and request AV assistance as soon as possible. I understand that Romancing Portland does not pay panelist speaking or appearance fees nor does it cover panelist travel, lodging, or meals. I agree that if accepted as a panelist, I will abide by all Romancing's policies. I understand that, if accepted, Romancing Portland reserves the right to adjust the time and/or location of my programming at any time. I understand that, if accepted, previously purchased tickets will not be refunded.
Policies Agreement(Required)
I have read and agree to the Code of Conduct and Anti-Harassment Polices at https://romancingportland.com/policies/