# Event Details

- **Event Name**: DA' LUV JAMES POETRY SLAM
- **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 15 Aug, 2026 at 12:00 pm – Sat, 15 Aug, 2026 at 11:45 pm
- **Event Description**: Fade to Black Entertainment Presents it's 3rd annual poetry slam:
DA' LUV JAMES Slam

Please join us for an unforgettable afternoon and evening celebrating the art of writing! 
Whether you're a poetry lover, chess strategist, artist, fashion enthusiast, bookworm, or someone who just loves a good party, there's something here for you.

Featuring: 
~Poetry Slam ~ registration required
~Chess Competition ~ registration required
~Sip & Paint Workshop ~ registration & payment required

~A Fashion Show by Jambo Boutique  www.instagram.com/jambo_boutique

~Special Guest Performance by Mx. Bukuru
www.instagram.com/mx.bukuru

~Readings by Authors ~ Dave Anderson, Chelene Knight, Tanya Boteju & Rich Flow

? DJ Dance Party to close out the night!

Don't miss out on this unique community event held in two gathering spaces at The City Centre Artist Lodge.
~The Well Studios Studio
~One More Life Gallery 

The objective of this year's slam is centered around 
~mental wellness, 
~memory strengthening, 
~and creativity without crutches.  
Encouraging participants to rely on the power of their own minds, rather than phones, notes, or electronic prompts.

Come early, stay late, and make a day of it.
Bring your friends, your creativity, and your dancing shoes—we'll take care of the rest.

?️ Entry by donation.
Everyone is welcome. Don't miss one of the most unique community events of the season!

~Poets registration here:�https://forms.gle/rcMrAq8Yan5Su4UJ9

$500 First Prize, generously sponsored by Black Boys Code.
Additional prizes for second and third place provided through our collaboration with FTBE and BBABC.

info: daluvjames26.eventive.org
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/vancouver/da-luv-james-poetry-slam/200030457153241
- **Event Categories**: art, literary-art, parties, workshops, health-wellness, fashion, entertainment, nonprofit, contests
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 34

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Vancouver
- **state**: BC
- **country**: Canada
- **location**: 2111 Main St, Vancouver, BC V5T 3C6, Canada
- **lat**: 49.26626
- **long**: -123.1013
- **full address**: 2111 Main St, Vancouver, BC V5T 3C6, Canada

## Event gallery

- **Alt text**: DA' LUV JAMES POETRY SLAM
  - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events9/banners/7b557cfc6f84f5e4bbef0d032cfb6597a3a8072f409dee4d14166f14671bb52d-rimg-w1200-h628-dc080808-gmir?v=1786556303

## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is DA' LUV JAMES POETRY SLAM being held?
  - **A:** DA' LUV JAMES POETRY SLAM takes place on Sat, 15 Aug, 2026 at 12:00 pm to Sat, 15 Aug, 2026 at 11:45 pm at 2111 Main St, Vancouver, BC V5T 3C6, Canada.
- **Q**: Who is organizing DA' LUV JAMES POETRY SLAM?
  - **A:** DA' LUV JAMES POETRY SLAM is organized by Vancouver Black Music.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** DA' LUV JAMES POETRY SLAM is ideal for party-goers, social butterflies, and anyone looking for a great night out with music, drinks, and good vibes. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Vancouver, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. If DA' LUV JAMES POETRY SLAM sounds like your kind of event, don't wait - spots fill up fast.

## Structured Data (JSON-LD)

```json
[
    {
        "@context": "https://schema.org",
        "@type": "Event",
        "name": "DA' LUV JAMES POETRY SLAM",
        "image": "https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events9/banners/7b557cfc6f84f5e4bbef0d032cfb6597a3a8072f409dee4d14166f14671bb52d-rimg-w1200-h628-dc080808-gmir?v=1786556303",
        "startDate": "2026-08-15",
        "endDate": "2026-08-15",
        "url": "https://allevents.in/vancouver/da-luv-james-poetry-slam/200030457153241",
        "location": {
            "@type": "Place",
            "name": "2111 Main St, Vancouver, BC V5T 3C6, Canada",
            "address": {
                "@type": "PostalAddress",
                "streetAddress": "2111 Main St, Vancouver, BC V5T 3C6, Canada",
                "addressLocality": "Vancouver",
                "addressRegion": "BC",
                "addressCountry": "CA"
            },
            "geo": {
                "@type": "GeoCoordinates",
                "latitude": "49.26626",
                "longitude": "-123.1013"
            }
        },
        "eventAttendanceMode": "https://schema.org/OfflineEventAttendanceMode",
        "description": "Fade to Black Entertainment Presents it's 3rd annual poetry slam:\nDA' LUV JAMES Slam\n\nPlease join us for an unforgettable afternoon and evening celebrating the art of writing! \nWhether you're a poetry lover, chess strategist, artist, fashion enthusiast, bookworm, or someone who just loves a good par",
        "organizer": [
            {
                "@type": "Organization",
                "name": "Vancouver Black Music",
                "url": "https://allevents.in/org/vancouver-black-music/25819843"
            }
        ]
    }
]
```