

# Event Details

- **Event Name**: A Juneteenth Poetry Slam Hosted by Lewisville's Poet Laureate James Mardis
- **Event Start and End Date**: Thu, 18 Jun, 2026 at 07:30 pm (-05:00)
- **Event Description**: Celebrate Juneteenth with an evening of powerful voices and unforgettable performances at the Black Box Theater in the Lewisville Grand Theater on Thursday, June 18. This dynamic poetry slam, hosted by Lewisville's Poet Laureate James Mardis, will spotlight bold, original work honoring freedom, resilience, and community. 

Poets may sign up beginning May 1 to participate. Part of the evening will feature open mic opportunities for additional voices to take the stage. Join us for a vibrant night of spoken word that inspires, challenges, and uplifts. The sign-up form will be added to the event page on May 1 at 10 a.m.

This event is part of the City of Lewisville’s Juneteenth: The Cookout that celebrates the heart of community. Inspired by the tradition of gathering to share stories, music, laughter, and joy, this multiday event captures that spirit — no grill required. Experience live music, comedy, poetry, visual arts, and more in a vibrant, welcoming atmosphere. Together, we honor history, celebrate culture, and embrace the freedom that brings us all to the table.

*This show may contain adult or mature content.*
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/lewisville/a-juneteenth-poetry-slam-hosted-by-lewisvilles-poet-laureate-james-mardis/200029859947746
- **Event Categories**: art, literary-art, juneteenth, music, live-music, comedy, entertainment, open-mic, theatre, spoken-word
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 16

## Ticket Details

- **Ticket URL**: http://facebook.com/200029859947746?utm_source=AllEvents.in&utm_medium=event-discovery-platform&utm_campaign=lewisville-events

## Event venue details

- **city**: Lewisville
- **state**: TX
- **country**: United States
- **location**: 100 N Charles St, Lewisville, TX, United States, Texas 75057
- **lat**: 33.04679
- **long**: -96.99722
- **full address**: 100 N Charles St, Lewisville, TX, United States, Texas 75057

## Event Organizer details

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- **organizer**: Lewisville Grand Theater (https://allevents.in/org/lewisville-grand-theater/20233013)

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When is the event happening?
  - **A:** Thu, 18 Jun, 2026 at 07:30 pm (-05:00)
- **Q**: Where is the event happening?
  - **A:** 100 N Charles St, Lewisville, TX, United States, Texas 75057
- **Q**: Who is organizing the event?
  - **A:** Lewisville Grand Theater
- **Q**: What type of event is this?
  - **A:** art, literary-art, juneteenth, music, live-music, comedy, entertainment, open-mic, theatre, spoken-word
- **Q**: Where can I find ticket details about A Juneteenth Poetry Slam Hosted by Lewisville's Poet Laureate James Mardis ?
  - **A:** You can find ticket details about this event on AllEvents.

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