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

- **Subtitle**: Upcoming Spoken Word Events in Richmond 2026, Discover best of Poetry & Spoken Word nights events and schelude in Richmond. Find information & tickets of upcoming Spoken Word events happening in Richmond.
- **Category**: Spoken Word
- **Display Name**: Spoken word events
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## Spoken Word Events in Richmond

- **Event Name**: 1-2-3 Slam at the 2026 Poetry Festival
  - **Description**: The 1-2-3 Poetry Slam is BACK in RVA! A fast-paced three round competition of intense spoken-word poetry and $600 in cash prizes!

This event is in partnership with VisArts for The Richmond Poetry Festival happening April 10th and 11th.

First round is th
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  - **Date**: Sat Apr 11 2026 at 06:00 pm – Sat Apr 11 2026 at 08:00 pm (-04:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/richmond/1-2-3-slam-at-the-2026-poetry-festival/200029860525819
  - **Venue**: Visual Arts Center of Richmond
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  - **Categories**: art, literary-art, festivals, contests, live-music, spoken-word
- **Event Name**: The Writer's Den Eff the Rules Poetry Slam
  - **Description**: 🎭 Rules? What rules? The one you’ve been waiting for is finally here! The Writer’s Den: "Eff The Rules" Poetry Slam is back, and this time, the only limit is your imagination. We love the craft of a traditional slam, but once a year, we throw the rulebook
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  - **Date**: Sun Apr 05 2026 at 07:00 pm – Sun Apr 05 2026 at 10:30 pm (-04:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/richmond/the-writers-den-eff-the-rules-poetry-slam/200029860526124
  - **Venue**: Addis Ethiopian Restaurant
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  - **Categories**: art, literary-art, music, entertainment, performances
- **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**: Strangely Spoken: A Night of Open Mic Poetry
  - **Description**: Join us on Friday, April 10, 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 mi
  - **Date**: Fri Apr 10 2026 at 07:00 pm – Fri Apr 10 2026 at 09:00 pm (-04:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/richmond/strangely-spoken-a-night-of-open-mic-poetry/100001985964798172
  - **Venue**: Blue Bee Cider
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  - **Price**: Free
  - **Categories**: Art, literary-art

## Trending Events in Richmond

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  - **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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  - **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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  - **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**: The Lindy Sock Hop: 50s Style Dance by the Dance Friends VA
  - **Description**: 50s Lindy Sock HopPresented by Dance FriendsStep into the swingin’ 50s and join us for a night of music, movement, and vintage flair at our 50s Lindy Sock Hop. Whether you're brand new or have been dancing fo
  - **Venue**: The Dance Space
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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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- **Event Name**: Richmond LOVE Scavenger Hunt for Couples Date Night!!
  - **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://youtu.be/-2gjHn9I0_cCITY LOVE SCAVENGER HUNT FOR COUPLE
  - **Venue**: Recommended scavenger starting point or other city spot of your 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 Spoken Word events in Richmond?
  - **A:** 1-2-3 Slam at the 2026 Poetry Festival (Sat Apr 11 2026 at 06:00 pm at Visual Arts Center of Richmond), The Writer's Den Eff the Rules Poetry Slam (Sun Apr 05 2026 at 07:00 pm at Addis Ethiopian Restaurant), Words on Fire: Poetry Happy Hour at Firehouse (Wed May 13 2026 at 06:00 pm at Firehouse Theatre), Strangely Spoken: A Night of Open Mic Poetry (Fri Apr 10 2026 at 07:00 pm at Blue Bee Cider).
- **Q**: What are the top free Spoken Word events in Richmond?
  - **A:** Strangely Spoken: A Night of Open Mic Poetry (Fri Apr 10 2026 at 07:00 pm at Blue Bee Cider).
- **Q**: What Spoken Word events are happening in Richmond today April 05, 2026?
  - **A:** The Writer's Den Eff the Rules Poetry Slam (Sun Apr 05 2026 at 07:00 pm at Addis Ethiopian Restaurant).
- **Q**: What Spoken Word events are happening in Richmond this weekend April 3–5, 2026?
  - **A:** The Writer's Den Eff the Rules Poetry Slam (Sun Apr 05 2026 at 07:00 pm at Addis Ethiopian Restaurant).
- **Q**: What Spoken Word events are happening in Richmond in April 2026?
  - **A:** 1-2-3 Slam at the 2026 Poetry Festival (Sat Apr 11 2026 at 06:00 pm at Visual Arts Center of Richmond), The Writer's Den Eff the Rules Poetry Slam (Sun Apr 05 2026 at 07:00 pm at Addis Ethiopian Restaurant), Strangely Spoken: A Night of Open Mic Poetry (Fri Apr 10 2026 at 07:00 pm at Blue Bee Cider).
- **Q**: How can I find Spoken Word events in Richmond?
  - **A:** You can discover upcoming Spoken Word 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 Spoken Word 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 Spoken Word events in Richmond?
  - **A:** Some popular venues hosting Spoken Word events in Richmond include Visual Arts Center of Richmond, Addis Ethiopian Restaurant, Firehouse Theatre.
- **Q**: Who are the top organizers for Spoken Word events in Richmond?
  - **A:** Popular organizers hosting Spoken Word events in Richmond include The Writer's Den RVA, River City Poets, @strangelyspoken.
- **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 Richmond?
  - **A:** Follow the Spoken Word category on AllEvents.in to get notified when new Spoken Word events are listed in Richmond.

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