Our presenters are an incredibly important part of each event! If you have ideas for a workshop or programming that you would like to share with the Wisteria, please click the event below to fill out an application. Workshop presenters usually get perks, such as discounted or free admission, meals, or wifi. You’ll find the perks policy for each event on its page.

Looking for the workshop application for Starwood? It’s on their website.

Guidelines for workshops

• Workshop slots are 90 minutes, and workshops are usually 45 to 90 minutes. If you need more time, consider offering a multi-part workshop.
• Some sites have electricity available; most do not. Keep this in mind when selecting a workshop location.
• Workshop times are usually 10-11am, 1-2:30pm, and 2:30-4pm.
• Evening workshop times may be available for special programming such as ceremonies, dark sky events, etc. 

Here’s how the workshop application process works:

1. You fill out the workshop application for the event (Summer Solstice, Appalachian Herbfest, or Autumn Fires). Each event has its own application form, make sure you’re filling out the right one. You’ll tell us what days and times you’re available to give the workshop.
2. You’ll get a confirmation email within 10 business days saying we’ve received it. Didn’t get yours? Check your spam folder, or email events@wisteria.org and ask. We’re a volunteer team, we do our best to reply promptly, but most of us have day jobs.
3. Applications will close about three weeks before the event, or earlier if we fill up (so apply early!)
4. About two weeks before the event, you’ll get your final confirmation, and a draft schedule. We accept most workshops, but there’s a chance we might not be able to use ours if we’re filled up, or if it’s not a good fit for the event theme.
5. You look over the draft schedule, make sure we scheduled you at a place and time that works for you, and let us know either way.
6. About one week before the event, you’ll get the final schedule
7. You show up for the event! We recommend showing up the day before the event starts if your workshop is on the first day (you’ll usually get free early admission, but check the event’s page for policies).