Poetry Events and Festivals
San Francisco Poetry Slam
Date: June 15, 2024
Location: The Beat Museum, 540 Broadway, San Francisco, CA 94133
Experience the electric atmosphere of San Francisco's premier poetry slam. Poets from across the Bay Area will compete in this high-energy event, showcasing their lyrical prowess and captivating performances. Don't miss this celebration of spoken word artistry!
Litquake Festival
Date: October 6-14, 2024
Location: Various venues across San Francisco
San Francisco's legendary literary festival returns for its 24th year. Featuring over 800 authors and artists in 160 events, Litquake celebrates the written word in all its forms. Join us for poetry readings, panel discussions, and literary-themed parties throughout the city.
National Poetry Month Celebration
Date: April 1-30, 2024
Location: San Francisco Public Library, 100 Larkin St, San Francisco, CA 94102
Join us for a month-long celebration of poetry at the San Francisco Public Library. Featuring daily readings, workshops, and interactive exhibits, this event brings together poets of all ages and backgrounds to share their love for the written and spoken word.
Beat Poetry Walking Tour
Date: Every Saturday in 2024
Location: Starts at City Lights Bookstore, 261 Columbus Ave, San Francisco, CA 94133
Explore the rich history of San Francisco's Beat Generation poets with this weekly walking tour. Visit the haunts of Allen Ginsberg, Jack Kerouac, and other literary icons while experiencing live poetry readings at significant locations throughout North Beach.
Haiku in the Gardens
Date: May 20, 2024
Location: San Francisco Botanical Garden, 1199 9th Ave, San Francisco, CA 94122
Immerse yourself in the beauty of nature and poetry at this unique event. Wander through the stunning Botanical Garden while composing haikus inspired by your surroundings. Workshops and readings by renowned haiku poets will be held throughout the day.