Writers Retreat
Develop your writing craft and forge lasting friendships in a welcoming and inspiring environment.
Nestled deep in the woods between two lakes, you’ll spend five idyllic days writing new material, attending presentations by award-winning faculty, enjoying evening readings, and making connections in the literary world.
The program features engaging class sessions, provocative faculty presentations, and faculty and participant readings—plus ample opportunities to explore Interlochen’s campus, mingle with other writers, and write independently amidst the serenity of nature. You can also participate in an optional public reading at Interlochen Public Library.
You'll select a concentration from several unique tracks, each grounded in different craft concepts with an emphasis on generating new work. Descriptions for each track will be posted soon.
You’ll emerge from the program with the inspiration and ideas to develop your next work—plus the encouragement and support of your new friends and mentors.
What You'll Need
You should bring a draft or outline of the work you’d like to develop during your time at the retreat.
Dates
June 8 - 13, 2025
Early Registration Fee
$626
Fee increases after March 1
On-Campus Lodging
Participants can enjoy 10% off at the Stone Hotel and Cottages.
Registration coming soon
The schedule for the 2025 Writers Retreat, including available sessions, will be announced shortly. To get a sense of the format, view the schedule from last year below.
Please bring materials to take notes and work on writing assignments. In workshops, you will usually use journals and pens, but a laptop can be handy during the week. A USB Flash Drive (memory stick) is also recommended. Printers and Wi-Fi will be available.
See our registration and cancellation policy.
K-12 educators in Michigan can earn 22 SCECH clock hours by attending the Writers Retreat.
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