This is an annual event for local poets to share their work. You can read original poetry or poems written by your favorite poet. We ask you keep the language clean as this event is open to all ages.
Poetry Near You
Are you looking to connect with poets or find opportunities to hear or study poetry? To find poetry events and resources near you, simply enter your zip code in the search field below.
| Date | Title | Location |
|---|---|---|
| Mindful Poetry Virtual Gathering (Free) - April 22nd, 2026 - Virtual | ||
| Patricia Smith and Guests Reading | Chicago, IL | |
| West Side Poetry Writing Workshop | Parma, OH | |
| Spoken Word Performance Workshop with Aerik Francis | Brighton, CO | |
| The Healing Art of Poetry | Thornton, CO | |
| Patricia Smith, Ashley M. Jones, Donika Kelly, Aimee Nezhukumatathil | Chicago, IL | |
| Ekphrastacy: Artists Talk, Poets Respond | Cleveland Heights, OH | |
| Poetry in the City: We Are Santa Ana | Santa Ana, CA | |
| Anthology's Open Mic Poetry Night | Geneseo, IL | |
| The COUPLET Reading Series: National Poetry Month Edition | Brooklyn, NY |