# Poetry events in Richmond, Today and Upcoming Poetry events in Richmond

- **Subtitle**: All Poetry events in Richmond, Virginia. Here you can find more information about Upcoming events in Richmond like parties, concerts, meets,shows, sports, club, reunion, Performance
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All Poetry events in Richmond, Virginia. Here you can find more information about Upcoming events in Richmond like parties, concerts, meets,shows, sports, club, reunion, Performance

## Events in Richmond

- **Event Name**: Valid Media Presents: The Love Jones Poetry Slam
  - **Description**: Valid Media Presents: The Love Jones Poetry Slam where the magic of words comes alive at Capital Station Inc. Prepare to be captivated!About this EventHosted by Roscoe Burnems. 21+, Come join us for unmatched vibes storyt
  - **Date**: Sat Nov 21 2026 at 07:00 pm – Sat Nov 21 2026 at 10:00 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/richmond/valid-media-presents-the-love-jones-poetry-slam/100001986147363229
  - **Venue**: Capital Station Inc
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  - **Price**: USD 10 to 40
  - **Categories**: Art, literary-art
- **Event Name**: Powerful Voices Open Mic Show - Live Music, Comedy, Poetry+ More!
  - **Description**: Join us for great vibes & a fun night of celebrating talented individuals through music, comedy, poetry, and more!About this Eventhttps://youtube.com/shorts/8RfTj0YqPLo?si=OkrDM4ZtJggAyOQeThe
  - **Date**: Thu May 14 2026 at 08:00 pm – Thu Oct 15 2026 at 09:30 pm (-04:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/richmond/powerful-voices-open-mic-show-live-music-comedy-poetry-more/100001984308360723
  - **Venue**: Richmond
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  - **Price**: Free
  - **Categories**: art, music, open-mic, entertainment, literary-art, comedy, live-music, performances
- **Event Name**: Parallel Listening Series vol. 11
  - **Description**: feat. musical performances by John Bradberry & Kraanerg. Readings by Justin Boening, Rosa Castellano, Nat Bergrin and Jules LieberthalAbout this EventFree to enter! Sliding scale donations encouraged!!The
  - **Date**: Sun May 17 2026 at 06:00 pm – Sun May 17 2026 at 10:00 pm (-04:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/richmond/parallel-listening-series-vol-11/100001988125341415
  - **Venue**: Gallery5
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  - **Price**: Free
  - **Categories**: art, literary-art, music, entertainment, live-music, nonprofit
- **Event Name**: Strangely Spoken: A Night of Open Mic Poetry
  - **Description**: Join us on Friday, May 8, 2026, from 7–9 p.m. at Blue Bee Cider for Strangely Spoken: A Night of Open Mic Poetry.About this EventBring your original work or come simply to listen. Whether it’s your first time at the mic o
  - **Date**: Fri May 08 2026 at 07:00 pm – Fri May 08 2026 at 09:00 pm (-04:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/richmond/strangely-spoken-a-night-of-open-mic-poetry/100001987792469787
  - **Venue**: Blue Bee Cider
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  - **Price**: Free
  - **Categories**: open-mic, art, literary-art
- **Event Name**: Words on Fire: Poetry Happy Hour at Firehouse
  - **Description**: River City Poets are back at Firehouse for an evening of inspiration and camaraderie! We'll kick off the night with time to grab a drink at the bar & reconnect with fellow poet-peeps, then get the poetry rolling with feature performances before ending
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  - **Date**: Wed May 13 2026 at 06:00 pm – Wed May 13 2026 at 08:00 pm (-04:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/richmond/words-on-fire-poetry-happy-hour-at-firehouse/200029887716820
  - **Venue**: Firehouse Theatre
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  - **Categories**: art, literary-art, open-mic, nonprofit
- **Event Name**: Hit the Buzzer Open Mic
  - **Description**: A pre-show to jokes on you comedy show.” If a joke doesn’t land, the comedian can hit the buzzer, triggering a random mystery challenge.About this EventHit the Buzzer Open MicReady to show off your talent or
  - **Date**: Fri May 15 2026 at 06:30 pm – Fri May 15 2026 at 08:30 pm (-04:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/richmond/hit-the-buzzer-open-mic/100001988266578860
  - **Venue**: 318 W Broad St
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  - **Price**: USD 13
  - **Categories**: open-mic, comedy, contests, entertainment
- **Event Name**: Strangely Spoken: A Night of Open Mic Poetry Featuring L. E. Keats
  - **Description**: Join us for another evening of poetry, art, storytelling, and creative expression at Strangely Spoken.About this EventThis month, we’re excited to feature local artist and poet L.E. Keats, whose work blends visual art and
  - **Date**: Thu May 14 2026 at 07:00 pm – Thu May 14 2026 at 09:00 pm (-04:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/richmond/strangely-spoken-a-night-of-open-mic-poetry-featuring-l-e-keats/100001987779357568
  - **Venue**: Black Heath Meadery
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  - **Price**: Free
  - **Categories**: art, literary-art, open-mic, storytelling
- **Event Name**: river city sing: a community song circle - songs for Water
  - **Description**: "Love is the water of life: jump into this water!" - RumiAbout this EventWhat are the lessons of Water? Water shows us how to be powerful, what it feels like to be in flow; the strength of both stillness and movem
  - **Date**: Wed May 13 2026 at 07:00 pm – Wed May 13 2026 at 08:30 pm (-04:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/richmond/river-city-sing-a-community-song-circle-songs-for-water/100001987142067416
  - **Venue**: Living Water Community Center
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  - **Price**: Free
  - **Categories**: Entertainment, Music, Art, Nonprofit, literary-art

## Trending Events in Richmond

- **Event Name**: Richmond GATSBY GALA (Spring 2026)
  - **Description**: Break out your 1920s glamour & embrace Springtime at the Historic HOFHEIMER as we take a swingin' jazzed up trip back in time with Richmond's golden GATSBY GALA! (21+)About this Event
  - **Venue**: Hofheimer Building
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- **Event Name**: A TODA MADRE
  - **Description**: ¡No te pierdas A TODA MADRE!Ven a disfrutar de una experiencia única y llena de buena vibra. A TODA MADRE es el plan perfecto para quienes buscan diversión en persona, rodeados de gente con las mismas ganas de pasarla increíble.
  - **Venue**: Tacos El Rulas
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- **Event Name**: Drinkers & Dragons Fantasy Bar Crawl (Carytown, VA)
  - **Description**: Join us on a fantastical journey this Fall! Surrender to your inner adventurer for Richmond's DRINKERS & DRAGONS Fantasy Bar Crawl in Carytown (21+)About this Event:Join us on a fantastic
  - **Venue**: New York Deli
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- **Event Name**: Cosplay Photo mini-Con 2026 (Richmond, VA)
  - **Description**: Step into a world where creativity, collaboration, and cosplay come together for an exciting and unique "mini-con" coming to Richmond, VA!About this EventStep into a world where creativity, colla
  - **Venue**: Fallout
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- **Event Name**: Springtime Swing Soiree: Dance Friends Spring Formal
  - **Description**: Step into a night of live jazz, vintage style, and springtime charm! The Dance Friends would like to invite you to celebrate with us by swingin’ into the new season during our Springtime Swing Soiree!This’ll be your chance don your
  - **Venue**: The Dance Space
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- **Event Name**: CINCO DE MAYO | PRE-GAME
  - **Description**: Celebra el Cinco de Mayo con una noche inolvidable junto a Banda Maguey en vivo en Tacos El Rula’s, Richmond, CA. Disfruta de música en vivoAbout this EventCelebra el Cinco de Mayo con un
  - **Venue**: Tacos El Rulas
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- **Event Name**: River City PIRATE BALL (2026 Richmond, VA)
  - **Description**: Set sail on a night of treasure, rum, and adventure at Richmond’s RIVER CITY PIRATE BALL, hosted at the historic Hofheimer Building (21+)About this EventSet sail on a night of treasure, rum, and adventure as
  - **Venue**: Hofheimer Event Venue
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- **Event Name**: Shiny Shoes (Up-cycling) Workshop - RVA
  - **Description**: Renew the life of your old shoes, boots, or pumps - upcycle your old shoes and make 'em shine!About this EventCreate high-shine, fashion-forward shoes using foil leaf!Ever
  - **Venue**: Fallout, North 18th Street, Richmond, VA, USA
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- **Event Name**: Richmond Area - Pop Up Picnic Park Date for Couples! (Self-Guided)
  - **Description**: Park Picnic date For Couples (Self-Guided) Enjoy fun digital activities in your digital date night box!About this Eventhttps://youtu.be/3RnPhdEZLIIPOP-UP PICNIC IN THE PARK DATE NIGHT INCLUDES:
  - **Venue**: Rockwood Park - Recommended Park Venue or another park choice (YOU MUST USE PDF TICKETS EMAILED FOR EVENT- NO MOBILE APP OR QR CODES ACCEPTED)
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## FAQs

- **Q**: What are the top events in Richmond?
  - **A:** Valid Media Presents: The Love Jones Poetry Slam (Sat Nov 21 2026 at 07:00 pm at Capital Station Inc), Powerful Voices Open Mic Show - Live Music, Comedy, Poetry+ More! (Thu May 14 2026 at 08:00 pm at Richmond), Parallel Listening Series vol. 11 (Sun May 17 2026 at 06:00 pm at Gallery5), Strangely Spoken: A Night of Open Mic Poetry (Fri May 08 2026 at 07:00 pm at Blue Bee Cider), Words on Fire: Poetry Happy Hour at Firehouse (Wed May 13 2026 at 06:00 pm at Firehouse Theatre).
- **Q**: What are the top free events in Richmond?
  - **A:** Powerful Voices Open Mic Show - Live Music, Comedy, Poetry+ More! (Thu May 14 2026 at 08:00 pm at Richmond), Parallel Listening Series vol. 11 (Sun May 17 2026 at 06:00 pm at Gallery5), Strangely Spoken: A Night of Open Mic Poetry (Fri May 08 2026 at 07:00 pm at Blue Bee Cider), Strangely Spoken: A Night of Open Mic Poetry Featuring L. E. Keats (Thu May 14 2026 at 07:00 pm at Black Heath Meadery), river city sing: a community song circle - songs for Water (Wed May 13 2026 at 07:00 pm at Living Water Community Center).
- **Q**: How can I find events in Richmond?
  - **A:** You can discover upcoming events in Richmond on AllEvents.in. Browse by date, venue, or price to find events that match your interests.
- **Q**: How do I buy tickets for events in Richmond?
  - **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 events in Richmond?
  - **A:** Some popular venues hosting events in Richmond include Capital Station Inc, Richmond, Gallery5.
- **Q**: What is the price range for events in Richmond?
  - **A:** Prices for events in Richmond range from USD 10 to USD 40. Many events also offer free entry.
- **Q**: Who are the top organizers for events in Richmond?
  - **A:** Popular organizers hosting events in Richmond include Valid Media, Powerful Voices Open Mic, Gallery5.
- **Q**: Are there any online events available?
  - **A:** Yes, many 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 events in Richmond?
  - **A:** Follow the  category on AllEvents.in to get notified when new events are listed in Richmond.

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