# Event Details

- **Event Name**: National Poetry Month Open Mic
- **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 11 Apr, 2026 at 06:00 pm – Sat, 11 Apr, 2026 at 10:00 pm
- **Event Description**: Joliet's Inaugural Poet Laureate Uxmar Torres is hosting the city's 3rd annual National Poetry Month Open Mic in our park's historic theatre.

Be sure to grab your free journal and pen! This event has been known to inspire the writer in all of us and this year's event will be no different.

Poets and Musicians alike are encouraged to sign up early by emailing the event coordinator at writewithuxmar@gmail.com

If you do not get a chance to sign up early, no need to fear! We will have a sign-up sheet at the door for those brave enough to share their art on stage.

This year's featured guest is none other than Chicago's new Poet Laureate Mayda Del Valle. She is a Poet, Artist, and Educator whose work has been featured on stages, televisions, and classrooms across the country. Learn more about Mayda by visiting her website maydadelvalle.com 

Due to the nature and content of poetry events, attendees and performers under the age of 16 must have an adult present with them.

Support local artists, authors, and vendors present.

Light refreshments and non-alcoholic drinks will be available for purchase.
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/joliet/national-poetry-month-open-mic/200029857298933
- **Event Categories**: art, literary-art, open-mic, entertainment, music, performances, theatre
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 57

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Joliet
- **state**: IL
- **country**: United States
- **location**: 201 W Jefferson St, Joliet, IL, United States, Illinois 60432
- **lat**: 41.52504
- **long**: -88.08797
- **full address**: 201 W Jefferson St, Joliet, IL, United States, Illinois 60432

## Event gallery

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is National Poetry Month Open Mic being held?
  - **A:** National Poetry Month Open Mic takes place on Sat, 11 Apr, 2026 at 06:00 pm to Sat, 11 Apr, 2026 at 10:00 pm at 201 W Jefferson St, Joliet, IL, United States, Illinois 60432.
- **Q**: Who is organizing National Poetry Month Open Mic?
  - **A:** National Poetry Month Open Mic is organized by City of Joliet Special Events.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** National Poetry Month Open Mic is ideal for aspiring performers, spoken word artists, budding comedians, and audiences who love discovering raw, unpolished talent in an intimate and supportive setting. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Joliet, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. With 50+ people already showing interest, this is clearly an event worth adding to your calendar - don't miss out.

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