# Best Spoken Word & Poetry Events In Canberra 2026 | AllEvents.in

- **Subtitle**: Upcoming Spoken Word Events in Canberra 2026, Discover best of Poetry & Spoken Word nights events and schelude in Canberra. Find information & tickets of upcoming Spoken Word events happening in Canberra.
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- **Display Name**: Spoken word events
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Get ready to be amazed at [CITY]'s incredible spoken word events! Join us for a night filled with enchanting poetry, captivating stories, and exciting performances. Let the talented artists take you on a journey that will touch your heart and ignite your imagination. Don't miss out on the fun and creativity - come be a part of our friendly literary community in [CITY] and experience the magic of language at its finest

## Spoken Word Events in Canberra

- **Event Name**: Queer Variety Show
  - **Description**: $25/20

The Queer Variety Show is back for 2026. Now being held on the weekends. We love a good matinee.

The Queer Variety Show features queer/SBLGBTIQA+ and Disabled (chronic illness, mental illness, neurodivergent) performers and the occasional ally.
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  - **Date**: Sat Apr 11 2026 at 05:00 am – Sat Apr 11 2026 at 06:30 am (+10:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/canberra/queer-variety-show/200029826818831
  - **Venue**: Smith's Alternative
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  - **Categories**: performances, entertainment, art, literary-art, spoken-word

## Trending Events in Canberra

- **Event Name**: City LOVE Scavenger Hunt Date Night For Couples - Canberra Area
  - **Description**: CITY LOVE SCAVENGER HUNT Date For Couples (Self-Guided) Enjoy your city scavenger hunt with fun digital activities along the way!About this Eventhttps://vimeo.com/947228367CITY LOVE SCAVENGER HUNT FOR COUPLES
  - **Venue**: **Recommended starting point or another city spot of your choice! (MUST USE PDF TICKETS-NO QR CODES)
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- **Event Name**: HUGE EASTER EGG GRAB AT THE CANBERRA MINIATURE RAILWAY
  - **Description**: FUN EASTER EGG GRAB!

It's on again! The Canberra Miniature Railway is holding its Easter eggstravaganza over two nights on Saturday 4 April and Sunday 5 April! This is easily our most popular event and we sold out of tickets last year, so get in quick!
  - **Venue**: Canberra Miniature Railway
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- **Event Name**: Guy Sebastian | 100 Times Around The Sun Tour [Canberra]
  - **Description**: ARIA Award-winning singer-songwriter Guy Sebastian, is set to embark on his biggest national Tour in April & May 2026 in celebration of his brand-new album, 100 Times Around The Sun, set for release on Friday 8 August 2025. Tickets for the tour also g
  - **Venue**: AIS Arena
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- **Event Name**: SUMMERNATS 39
  - **Description**: STREET MACHINE SUMMERNATS 39 EARLY BIRD TICKETS ON SALE NOW!

The world's wildest car festival returns to Canberra January 7-10, 2027.

A strictly limited batch of Platinum and Season Passes are on sale now.

This is the cheapest you’ll ever get into SN39
  - **Venue**: Exhibition Park In Canberra, Canberra, ACT, Australia, Australian Capital Territory 2602
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- **Event Name**: The Whitlams with Canberra Symphony Orchestra
  - **Description**: 8 – 9 May 2026
7.30pm
TICKETS ON SALE 10AM THURSDAY 18 DECEMBER

The Whitlams joins the Canberra Symphony Orchestra in two performances of their renowned symphonic collaboration on Friday 8 and Saturday 9 May at the Canberra Theatre Centre. The Whitlams w
  - **Venue**: Canberra Theatre Centre, Civic Square/London Cct, Canberra, ACT, Australia, Australian Capital Territory 2601
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- **Event Name**: Jim Jefferies: Son of a Carpenter - Australia 2026 | Canberra: Royal Theatre
  - **Description**: Australia’s global comedy heavyweight, Jim Jefferies will bring his internationally acclaimed Son of a Carpenter tour home in 2026 for a huge run of dates across the country, hitting arenas and theatres this July and August.
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  - **Venue**: Royal Canberra Theatre
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- **Event Name**: Guy Sebastian in Canberra
  - **Description**: 🎤 Experience Guy Sebastian Live at AIS Arena on Saturday, April 18, 2026! 🎤
The countdown has begun! Guy Sebastian is taking over AIS Arena on Saturday, April 18, 2026, and with hits like Ba
  - **Venue**: AIS Arena
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- **Event Name**: Vision Pres. WHAT SO NOT + Anna Lunoe
  - **Description**: Giddy up Canberra! Worldwide electronic superstar What So Not is dropping by with powerhouse support from Anna Lunoe.

With festival grade L-Acoustics sound and with full-scale, world‑class production, The Vault will be transformed into a subterranean tem
  - **Venue**: Dairy Road Precinct
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- **Event Name**: Richard Marx: After Hours Tour [CANBERRA]
  - **Description**: Grammy-Winning Hitmaker Richard Marx brings new music and iconic hits to Australia in 2026

Award-winning singer, songwriter and producer Richard Marx will return to Australia in April 2026 for the After Hours Tour, seeing him bring his timeless voice and
  - **Venue**: Royal Theatre
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## FAQs

- **Q**: What are the top Spoken Word events in Canberra?
  - **A:** Queer Variety Show (Sat Apr 11 2026 at 05:00 am at Smith's Alternative).
- **Q**: What Spoken Word events are happening in Canberra in April 2026?
  - **A:** Queer Variety Show (Sat Apr 11 2026 at 05:00 am at Smith's Alternative).
- **Q**: How can I find Spoken Word events in Canberra?
  - **A:** You can discover upcoming Spoken Word events in Canberra on AllEvents.in. Browse by date, venue, or price to find events that match your interests.
- **Q**: How do I buy tickets for Spoken Word events in Canberra?
  - **A:** You can buy tickets directly through AllEvents.in. Many events offer online booking with options for free, paid, and early-bird tickets.
- **Q**: What are the popular venues for Spoken Word events in Canberra?
  - **A:** Some popular venues hosting Spoken Word events in Canberra include Smith's Alternative.
- **Q**: Who are the top organizers for Spoken Word events in Canberra?
  - **A:** Popular organizers hosting Spoken Word events in Canberra include Smith's Alternative.
- **Q**: Are there any online Spoken Word events available?
  - **A:** Yes, many Spoken Word events are available online. You can filter for virtual events on AllEvents.in to attend from anywhere.
- **Q**: How can I get notified about new Spoken Word events in Canberra?
  - **A:** Follow the Spoken Word category on AllEvents.in to get notified when new Spoken Word events are listed in Canberra.

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