Stagecoach Foundation and the Institute of American Indian Arts (IAIA) are excited to be back and bringing you our Screenwriters Conference 2026 presented by the New Mexico Film Office; a creative crucible designed to push your craft further. Whether you’re breaking your first professional beat or you’re a seasoned pro looking for a new spark, this is where inspiration meets industry. Join us for intensive workshops led by award-winning masters of the craft, thought-provoking keynote sessions, and high-impact networking with the leaders shaping today’s cinematic landscape. Come for the advice; stay for the breakthrough that brings your story to life.