# Poetry events in Washington, Today and Upcoming Poetry events in Washington - **Subtitle**: All Poetry events in Washington, District of Columbia. Here you can find more information about Upcoming events in Washington like parties, concerts, meets,shows, sports, club, reunion, Performance - **Category**: ## About All Poetry events in Washington, District of Columbia. Here you can find more information about Upcoming events in Washington like parties, concerts, meets,shows, sports, club, reunion, Performance ## Events in Washington - **Event Name**: Open Mic Night - **Description**: This event provides a platform for returning citizens to share their voices and experiences through spoken word, poetry, and storytelling.About this EventSecond Chance Month is a national observance that highlights the im - **Date**: Fri Apr 24 2026 at 06:00 pm – Fri Apr 24 2026 at 08:00 pm (-04:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/washington/open-mic-night/100001985865445004 - **Venue**: 200 I St SE - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czIvYmFubmVycy8yMjQ3ZDc1ZWZhZDVhZGRhY2Y4MGE1ODBhOGJjNmViZWNmOTUwOWZkNmM4MWNkZjFjMTZmMjc1ODMzMmM2ZmQwLXJpbWctdzYyNS1oMjQ2LWRjMTYyZjYxLWdtaXIuanBnP3Y9MTc3NDU1MTU0Mw.avif - **Price**: Free - **Categories**: Art, literary-art - **Event Name**: Live! from Busboys and Poets hosted by MalPractice - **Description**: A Busboys and Poets in-house series! LIVE! is an open mic that offers a platform for all performers.About this EventA Busboys and Poets in-house series. LIVE! from Busboys is an open mic talent showcase that offers a plat - **Date**: Fri Apr 24 2026 (-04:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/washington/live-from-busboys-and-poets-hosted-by-malpractice/100001980470914819 - **Venue**: Busboys and Poets - **Banner**: https://dyn-image.allevents.in/generate-image?v=4&title=Live%21+from+Busboys+and+Poets+hosted+by+MalPractice&date=Fri+Apr+24+2026&bg=5 - **Price**: USD 8 - **Categories**: art, literary-art, entertainment, performances, open-mic, music, theatre, comedy - **Event Name**: Standing in the Spirit of Paul Robeson: Plaque Unveiling and Rededication - **Description**: 5th Annual Paul Robeson Commemoration at (Here I Stand) in the Spirit of Paul Robeson: 2026 Teach-InAbout this EventStanding in the Spirit of Paul Robeson, Plaque Unveiling and Rededication of Allen Uzikee - **Date**: Sat Apr 25 2026 at 12:00 pm – Sat Apr 25 2026 at 02:00 pm (-04:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/washington/standing-in-the-spirit-of-paul-robeson-plaque-unveiling-and-rededication/100001987335215126 - **Venue**: Paul Robeson Triangle Park - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czQvYmFubmVycy8wZjIzNTNkNzIzN2ZlMzBjMGU1YmJhNGU5ZDFjOTk3MjA2NWYzYTYzNmFmZDhjYWMwMjI3YzU1M2VlM2JiNTRhLXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDY3NS1kY2YzZjRmNS1nbWlyLmpwZz92PTE3NzYxNjMzMjc.avif - **Price**: Free - **Categories**: art, literary-art - **Event Name**: DMV Creative Brunch: The Power of the Pen — Ink and Ivory - **Description**: Fun and philanthropy over brunch in support of Words Beats & Life's youth poetry program.About this EventDMV Creative Brunch: The Power of the Pen — Ink and Ivory - **Date**: Sun Apr 26 2026 at 01:00 pm – Sun Apr 26 2026 at 03:00 pm (-04:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/washington/dmv-creative-brunch-the-power-of-the-pen-—-ink-and-ivory/100001986431464985 - **Venue**: Eaton DC - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czMvYmFubmVycy8wM2M4YWYxNGZjOTFjNTg1NTE2NDhjNzQxMzY3NGMwZjY0ZjIzZWM3MjAzNzIxNWU0OTAzNmM3MTlmMTdhMGY0LXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDYwMC1kYzFjMWQxZS1nbWlyLmpwZz92PTE3NzUwNzA0MzU.avif - **Price**: USD 0 to 82 - **Categories**: Art, literary-art, Business, Entertainment, Music, Nonprofit - **Event Name**: Sobre la orilla de Luz - **Description**: Classically trained multi-instrumentalist, Manuel De La Luz, enters the spotlight for an intimate evening of thought, poetry and mexicanismsAbout this EventThis once a year showcase offers audiences a journey into an arti - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 1 - **Date**: Sun Apr 26 2026 at 03:00 pm – Sun Apr 26 2026 at 09:00 pm (-04:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/washington/sobre-la-orilla-de-luz/100001984501011948 - **Venue**: Studio Theatre - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czYvYmFubmVycy82YTY5YjBlYWMzYTU3MzU3MjBmYmY5NDIxMzkyZjRiMWZmODZjMzIwNTMzZjdmYTZlMDBmMzkxY2UxZmIxNjFhLXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDYwMC1kYzAxMDEwMS1nbWlyLmpwZz92PTE3NzMyNzQ5NTA.avif - **Price**: USD 29 - **Categories**: music, art, entertainment, literary-art, workshops - **Event Name**: Is This a Poem?: A Conversation and Workshop | Busboys and Poets Books - **Description**: Join us to explore a playful collection of flash fiction and stories told through Bingo cardsAbout this EventAward-winning author Alan Michael Parker displays his love for playful narrative and breaking al - **Date**: Sun Apr 26 2026 at 05:00 pm – Sun Apr 26 2026 at 07:00 pm (-04:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/washington/is-this-a-poem-a-conversation-and-workshop-|-busboys-and-poets-books/100001986557811892 - **Venue**: Busboys and Poets 14th & V - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czEwL2Jhbm5lcnMvODJmMWQ5NWQ2M2ZlZmIxMmM4OWFmNDc5MjNiM2RkMDljZmNiNzBlNjYzNmU1NGU2NmEzNDkwOTVmMTdiOTg0Ni1yaW1nLXcxMjAwLWg2MDAtZGM2NDg5OTEtZ21pci5qcGc_dj0xNzc1NDUyMzQw.avif - **Price**: Free - **Categories**: Art, literary-art, Workshops - **Event Name**: Rudy Francisco Live in DC - **Description**: A slam poet and an authorAbout this EventRudy Francisco is one of the most recognizable names in Spoken Word Poetry. Rudy Francisco has shared stages with prominent artists such as Gladys Knight, Jordin Sparks, Musiq Soul - **Date**: Sun Apr 26 2026 at 07:30 pm – Sun Apr 26 2026 at 08:30 pm (-04:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/washington/rudy-francisco-live-in-dc/100001986172844444 - **Venue**: Friends Meeting of Washington - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czIvYmFubmVycy81ZTQ4MjBkZjA1ZjFjMjE0NzQ4ZWVmNzZmODQwNDU4Y2NmOTViNjgyNzUyOGU0MDQyZTYwYzM4YmVhYTU0OTk4LXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDYwMC1kYzAwMDAwMC1nbWlyLmpwZz92PTE3NzUwNzM3ODc.avif - **Price**: USD 39 - **Categories**: Art, literary-art, Entertainment, performances - **Event Name**: 5th Wednesdays Open Mic | 450 K | Hosted by: Anthony Oakes - **Description**: WEDNESDAY NIGHT OPEN MIC!!About this EventWEDNESDAY NIGHT OPEN MIC! A Busboys and  Poetry Event   For two hours audiences can expect a diverse chorus of voices and a vast array of professional sp - **Date**: Wed Apr 29 2026 at 08:00 pm – Wed Apr 29 2026 at 10:00 pm (-04:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/washington/5th-wednesdays-open-mic-|-450-k-|-hosted-by-anthony-oakes/100001980753206160 - **Venue**: Busboys and Poets - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czgvYmFubmVycy83OWM3NTVhOTk5ZmRmZmFmMjdkYjBhNmJiODI0NWE1N2QzYTBmMDBmMDc2YTQ2OTljOTNkNjk5ZjI4ZGEwMDQzLXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDYwMC1kYzMwMTkwNC1nbWlyLmpwZz92PTE3Njg3NjE5NzM.avif - **Price**: USD 8 - **Categories**: open-mic, entertainment, music, art, literary-art, comedy, performances, spoken-word - **Event Name**: Poetry Reading: Michele Evans, Chloe Yelena Miller & Amanda Shaw at the Georgetown Neighborhood Libr - **Description**: On Thursday, April 30, at 6:30, Michele Evans, Chloe Yelena Miller and Amanda Shaw will be reading from our new books at the Georgetown Neighborhood Library. We are Smith College alums and will be reading poems and sharing some stories about how we transl - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 8 - **Date**: Thu Apr 30 2026 at 06:30 pm (-04:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/washington/poetry-reading-michele-evans-chloe-yelena-miller-and-amanda-shaw-at-the-georgetown-neighborhood-libr/200029972955125 - **Venue**: Peabody Room - Georgetown Neighborhood Library - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czkvYmFubmVycy8wYWIxODNkZjM0OTg2OTljMjNlOGFmOTYxOWE2MjViMjNhNGFhODlmYzE4YzhiYmNjODY0ZmFlZDNiMzRjZDc4LXJpbWctdzc5MC1oMTAyNC1kY2ZlZmVmZS1nbWlyP3Y9MTc3Njg2OTEyNQ.avif - **Categories**: art, literary-art - **Event Name**: Rooted & Rising - A Queer Open Mic - **Description**: Come hang out and celebrate queer vibes while connecting, growing, and rising together in a chill space. Sign-ups begin at 6:15pm.About this EventJoin author and activist, Hillary Gonzalez, and spoken word poet Micki Toph - **Date**: Fri May 01 2026 at 06:30 pm – Fri May 01 2026 at 08:00 pm (-04:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/washington/rooted-and-rising-a-queer-open-mic/100001987066199493 - **Venue**: Little District Books - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czEvYmFubmVycy81YTI0MmFlY2FmOTBkNWVlMjcxY2M3ZWY1MDg2ZDdhNzk5MjNiY2E5M2ZhNTU3YWRmMjQ4MTMyNjA0NTljMGIyLXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDY3NS1kYzJjMzUxYy1nbWlyLmpwZz92PTE3NzY2NTk4NjA.avif - **Price**: Free - **Categories**: Art, literary-art - **Event Name**: Project Poetic Justice Community Concert - **Description**: Write this later.About this EventJoin us at the 450K Street NW Busboys and Poets location for an evening of music, poetry, and community - **Date**: Sat May 02 2026 at 05:30 pm – Sat May 02 2026 at 07:30 pm (-04:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/washington/project-poetic-justice-community-concert/100001986208806006 - **Venue**: Busboys and Poets - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czQvYmFubmVycy85YmM4Y2VkNTJkY2VkOTNjNDZiZWJlNmEwNThjZDEyMWI4NGYxNzdkNDdiNDYxYTc0ZGQ5YTYxNzM0MjY2ZjgyLXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDkwMC1kY2Q1ZDBjMy1nbWlyLmpwZz92PTE3NzU1NjQ0Mzg.avif - **Price**: Free - **Categories**: music, art, entertainment, concerts, literary-art, workshops, live-music, business, spoken-word - **Event Name**: Rene Marsh - The Nature of Change - **Description**: A poetic & heartfelt picture book about two siblings who learn how navigate a difficult life change, while still holding onto hope.About this EventHelp us welcome author Rene Marsh to the store, to celebrate the - **Date**: Sun May 03 2026 at 11:00 am – Sun May 03 2026 at 11:30 am (-04:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/washington/rene-marsh-the-nature-of-change/100001987089789050 - **Venue**: Solid State Books - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czgvYmFubmVycy8wNzRiNzQzNmJhYjc0OGZiZTU3Y2ZmOTk1ZTc0M2Q1OTY1MzQ0NTBhNWE5YTllNDBjMTEzMTJhMDc1ODFhMDJjLXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDYwMC1kYzFkMzA1ZC1nbWlyLmpwZz92PTE3NzU5MTIxNjU.avif - **Price**: USD 0 to 23 - **Categories**: Art, literary-art, Contests, Nonprofit, trips-adventures - **Event Name**: Of Softness: A Poetry Experience - **Description**: Crafted to soften the creative practice by immersing people in a calm expanse to write poems.About this EventOf Softness: A Poetry ExperienceA monthly Sunday series with award-winning poet María Fernanda and a gues - **Date**: Sun May 03 2026 (-04:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/washington/of-softness-a-poetry-experience/100001984999731632 - **Venue**: Eaton Wellness in Eaton DC (2nd floor) - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czEwL2Jhbm5lcnMvODI5ZDc1Y2Q4MWJjZmRjMzBlNWU3Y2ZhZDAzNWRkMTQzOTJlMzA3NDFmMzg4ZDdjNjNlNzU0YTRiNjYzOWI1YS1yaW1nLXcxMjAwLWg2MDAtZGM2ZTgxODctZ21pci5qcGc_dj0xNzczODY0OTk1.avif - **Price**: USD 53 - **Categories**: art, literary-art, workshops, health-wellness, storytelling - **Event Name**: New Age Poetry presents: Youth, Poetry, & Protest - **Description**: An in-depth panel discussion with Jason Reynolds and HU students on poetry, the DC Black arts community, and youth in times of protest.About this EventNew Age Poetry presents Youth, Poetry, & Protest: an in-depth pane - **Date**: Wed May 06 2026 at 08:00 pm – Wed May 06 2026 at 10:00 pm (-04:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/washington/new-age-poetry-presents-youth-poetry-and-protest/100001985860017771 - **Venue**: 2714 Georgia Ave NW - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czkvYmFubmVycy82YjA4NmY0MTFhY2ZiZGJmMTQ1MWE4M2MyZDg1NzQ2NjcxMDc1ZDdiNzI4ZDVhY2E1ZWVhYzJhMmYxMmQ0YTU4LXJpbWctdzEwODAtaDEwODAtZGMxNjE2MTYtZ21pci5qcGc_dj0xNzc0NTUyNjUx.avif - **Price**: Free - **Categories**: Art, literary-art, Business - **Event Name**: Pure Poetry Live ft. LIHTZ & Maui - **Description**: Pure Poetry Live is a platform where Artists and Supporters of art come together and #ShareTheirheARTthroughARTAbout this EventPURE POETRY LIVEKarma DC is sure t - **Date**: Thu May 07 2026 at 06:30 pm – Thu May 07 2026 at 11:00 pm (-04:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/washington/pure-poetry-live-ft-lihtz-and-maui/100001987576218975 - **Venue**: Karma DC Live Music Venue - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czMvYmFubmVycy9iZWEwZDU0ZDI0YjExZDc0YmNmYTlmYjlkM2RlN2Q0MTAwMzgxZWY4YzcyOGM1OTdiYzQ1MTg1YzBlNzM5ZjIzLXJpbWctdzEwODAtaDEzNTAtZGMwMjAzMDItZ21pci5qcGc_dj0xNzc2NjU0NTA4.avif - **Price**: USD 29 to 215 - **Categories**: Art, literary-art - **Event Name**: MFA Graduation at Politics and Prose - **Description**: Congratulate A.U.’s most recent Master of Fine Arts graduates as these accomplished poets and fiction writers present their work.About this EventCongratulate A.U.’s most recent Master of Fine Arts graduates as these accom - **Date**: Sun May 10 2026 at 05:00 pm – Sun May 10 2026 at 07:00 pm (-04:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/washington/mfa-graduation-at-politics-and-prose/100001985387323931 - **Venue**: Politics and Prose Bookstore - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czkvYmFubmVycy8wZjYwZjRlZDhiNTJmYTBlNDhiZGQxNGRjYmE3ZDc2NmE4NTc0NDc4ZjRlMzE5Y2VlN2RiODFmYzY3ZTE5MjAyLXJpbWctdzgwMC1oNDUwLWRjOGJhY2Q3LWdtaXIuanBnP3Y9MTc3Mzk5OTE5OQ.avif - **Price**: Free - **Categories**: Art, literary-art, fine-arts - **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/washington/powerful-voices-open-mic-show-live-music-comedy-poetry-more/100001984142212770 - **Venue**: Washington,District of Columbia - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czgvYmFubmVycy9hMWI4Y2QyZWNkZDNiNTRhOWFmYmU0NThjYWI2M2IxODJiYzFlNDBhMmI3N2Y1YTdjOGZlNzg0MmIwZDRhMjgyLXJpbWctdzEwODAtaDYxNy1kY2ZmOTA0Yi1nbWlyLmpwZz92PTE3NzIyNTE1MDY.avif - **Price**: Free - **Categories**: Art, Entertainment, comedy, literary-art, Music, performances - **Event Name**: ART ACTIVATED: DC BLACK PRIDE - **Description**: Kick off DC BLACK PRIDE highlighting Black queer art and creativity!About this EventART ACTIVATED: DC BLACK PRIDE️KICK OFF with as we partner with Fellow DMV for a ni - **Date**: Tue May 19 2026 at 06:00 pm – Tue May 19 2026 at 11:00 pm (-04:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/washington/art-activated-dc-black-pride/100001987191682817 - **Venue**: Thurst Lounge - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czUvYmFubmVycy8xMjViNzdmZWM3OTZhMWQxMzRiZjRkYjNjMTRhZjQxZGFlNGY2YTA1NzQyNDI1NzQzNDZhMGQ4ODgzMDMzYmIwLXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDYwMC1kYzAwMDAwMC1nbWlyLmpwZz92PTE3NzYxNjI5MTc.avif - **Price**: Free - **Categories**: Art, Business, literary-art - **Event Name**: The Inner Loop's May Reading - **Description**: Join us at Shaw's Tavern on May 19th at 7pm for The Inner Loop's May Reading!About this EventWhether you're a bookworm, an inspiring writer, or just enjoy listening to stories, The Inner Loop readings have something for e - **Date**: Tue May 19 2026 at 07:00 pm – Tue May 19 2026 at 10:00 pm (-04:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/washington/the-inner-loops-may-reading/100001982330861971 - **Venue**: Shaw's Tavern - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czkvYmFubmVycy9jNzk3NjcyODgzYWVlYzgzZTA1MWE0ODM1MjU0YzFiMTU1MDRlNDAyNGYyZGQwN2VlOWVkYTVmMGE3MDg1YjRmLXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDYwMC1kY2RmZDhkMC1nbWlyLmpwZz92PTE3NzAxODMzOTA.avif - **Price**: Free - **Categories**: art, literary-art - **Event Name**: Poetry Talk: Enemy of the Sun with Edmund Ghareeb - **Description**: Edmund Ghareeb and Samar Najia discuss Enemy of the Sun and the enduring power of Palestinian resistance poetryAbout this EventThe Jerusalem Fund for Education and Community Development is pleased to host a special conver - **Date**: Thu May 21 2026 at 06:00 pm – Thu May 21 2026 at 07:00 pm (-04:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/washington/poetry-talk-enemy-of-the-sun-with-edmund-ghareeb/100001987331972427 - **Venue**: Jerusalem Fund - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czUvYmFubmVycy8yMjUyMGFjZWZiMzQ5OTNiY2FiOTMxNmMyMmY0ZjU3MTE2YzE2Y2Y1OTUyOTU0M2M1ZmJmZmQxY2I3ZWY4YzNhLXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDY3NS1kY2Y3ZTdiMy1nbWlyLmpwZz92PTE3NzY2NTcxMjM.avif - **Price**: Free - **Categories**: Art, literary-art - **Event Name**: Trap Poetry - **Description**: 🌟 Step into a world of wonder at Trap Poetry, where extraordinary moments await! 🏛️ Located at Howard Theatre - DC in dynamic Washington, DC, this event will become the talk of the town. - **Date**: Thu May 21 2026 at 07:00 pm – Thu May 21 2026 at 09:00 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/washington/trap-poetry/2300029961884549 - **Venue**: Howard Theatre - DC - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czgvYmFubmVycy8xOWMzZjMzMC0zYWU1LTExZjEtYmQxZi1mMWUxMGYwM2JlNmYtcmltZy13MTAxMi1oMTI2NC1kYzE2MzJjMi1nbWlyLmpwZz92PTE3NzY0ODkxMDg.avif - **Categories**: art, literary-art, theatre - **Event Name**: The Gospel Cafe: Open Mic Edition! - **Description**: Young Adults come share your talents at our Gospel Cafe, where we'll have good music, good vibes, good company, and free food!About this EventWelcome to The Gospel Cafe: Open Mic Edition! - **Date**: Fri May 22 2026 at 07:30 pm – Fri May 22 2026 at 09:30 pm (-04:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/washington/the-gospel-cafe-open-mic-edition/100001985883327491 - **Venue**: First Rising Mt. Zion Baptist Church - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czkvYmFubmVycy85ZmRjYzdkNjBiMDAxYmZjZDEyNGY1YjM5MzQ3OTc5MjZiMjAwMWU1OTYwMTRiMzI4YzI2MTUzMTAzMGE4MzdiLXJpbWctdzEwMjQtaDEwMjQtZGMxNDE0MTMtZ21pci5qcGc_dj0xNzc0NTUxNzU2.avif - **Price**: Free - **Categories**: open-mic, entertainment, art, performances, music, literary-art, comedy, spoken-word - **Event Name**: The Premiere - **Description**: A VCMI-DC's Young Adults gathering, where faith meets connection. Join us for an open mic filled with music, poetry & authentic expression!About this EventThe PremiereGet ready for The Pr - **Date**: Sat May 30 2026 at 06:00 pm – Sat May 30 2026 at 08:00 pm (-04:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/washington/the-premiere/100001985217264278 - **Venue**: Victory Christian Ministries International, DC - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czYvYmFubmVycy9jMWY4MTAyYTI0ZDE0MDU0YmUzYTQ1YzU4MWM2NTRlYmE0MGM0MThhY2VhNmFkZDdjZmRkN2QyNjQ3MTU3MWE3LXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDQ1MC1kY2U5YzUwMS1nbWlyLmpwZz92PTE3NzM3MjY0ODk.avif - **Price**: Free - **Categories**: open-mic, art, literary-art, calendar - **Event Name**: SUNSET IN THE GARDEN WINE FESTIVAL - **Description**: A BEAUTIFUL DAY EVENT FEATURING WINE, POETRY AND R&B. Meet us at the MetroBar DC June 14th 2026About this EventA BEAUTIFUL DAY EVENT FEATURING WINE, POETRY AND R&B. Meet us at the MetroBar DC June 14th 2026. Co - **Date**: Sun Jun 14 2026 at 03:00 pm – Sun Jun 14 2026 at 07:00 pm (-04:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/washington/sunset-in-the-garden-wine-festival/100001985098257325 - **Venue**: metrobar - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czMvYmFubmVycy9kNWU3MTA4NjBlNmUzNTk2YzI5NDQ4ZTA4MzI1NTA1NDM2Yjg5MzViMjA0OWQxMjgzNGE5OGNmOTE3YzgyZWViLXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDE0NjYtZGMwNDA1MDMtZ21pci5qcGc_dj0xNzczODkzOTA4.avif - **Price**: USD 36 to 285 - **Categories**: art, literary-art, festivals, performances, entertainment, spoken-word - **Event Name**: District of PRIDE Showcase at Lincoln Theatre - **Description**: Celebrate 20 years of LGBTQIA+ leadership at the signature Pride Month talent showcase! Doors open at 6pm!About this EventYOU ARE INVITED!The Mayor’s Office of LGBTQ Affairs (MOLGBTQA) presents the District o - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 1 - **Date**: Thu Jun 25 2026 at 07:00 pm – Thu Jun 25 2026 at 09:00 pm (-04:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/washington/district-of-pride-showcase-at-lincoln-theatre/100001986899304305 - **Venue**: Lincoln Theatre - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czMvYmFubmVycy85MWZlOTM0MTc4ODc2ZTVkNmFiNDQxYmYyM2FmMWQ2OGQ1MjY5ZTMyZTJkYjQ5ODA0Y2RjZTgzZDI0MjczOTg1LXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDE1MDAtZGMwMjAzMTktZ21pci5qcGc_dj0xNzc1NjAzODQx.avif - **Price**: Free - **Categories**: Art, Theatre, Music, Entertainment, literary-art - (more events omitted) ## Trending Events in Washington - **Event Name**: Washington 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! 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- **A:** Open Mic Night (Fri Apr 24 2026 at 06:00 pm at 200 I St SE), Live! from Busboys and Poets hosted by MalPractice (Fri Apr 24 2026 at Busboys and Poets), Standing in the Spirit of Paul Robeson: Plaque Unveiling and Rededication (Sat Apr 25 2026 at 12:00 pm at Paul Robeson Triangle Park), DMV Creative Brunch: The Power of the Pen — Ink and Ivory (Sun Apr 26 2026 at 01:00 pm at Eaton DC), Sobre la orilla de Luz (Sun Apr 26 2026 at 03:00 pm at Studio Theatre). - **Q**: What are the top free events in Washington? - **A:** Open Mic Night (Fri Apr 24 2026 at 06:00 pm at 200 I St SE), Standing in the Spirit of Paul Robeson: Plaque Unveiling and Rededication (Sat Apr 25 2026 at 12:00 pm at Paul Robeson Triangle Park), Is This a Poem?: A Conversation and Workshop | Busboys and Poets Books (Sun Apr 26 2026 at 05:00 pm at Busboys and Poets 14th & V), Rooted & Rising - A Queer Open Mic (Fri May 01 2026 at 06:30 pm at Little District Books), Project Poetic Justice Community Concert (Sat May 02 2026 at 05:30 pm at Busboys and Poets). - **Q**: What events are happening in Washington today April 24, 2026? - **A:** Open Mic Night (Fri Apr 24 2026 at 06:00 pm at 200 I St SE), Live! from Busboys and Poets hosted by MalPractice (Fri Apr 24 2026 at Busboys and Poets). - **Q**: What events are happening in Washington this weekend April 24–26, 2026? - **A:** Open Mic Night (Fri Apr 24 2026 at 06:00 pm at 200 I St SE), Live! from Busboys and Poets hosted by MalPractice (Fri Apr 24 2026 at Busboys and Poets), Standing in the Spirit of Paul Robeson: Plaque Unveiling and Rededication (Sat Apr 25 2026 at 12:00 pm at Paul Robeson Triangle Park), DMV Creative Brunch: The Power of the Pen — Ink and Ivory (Sun Apr 26 2026 at 01:00 pm at Eaton DC), Sobre la orilla de Luz (Sun Apr 26 2026 at 03:00 pm at Studio Theatre). - **Q**: What events are happening in Washington in April 2026? - **A:** Open Mic Night (Fri Apr 24 2026 at 06:00 pm at 200 I St SE), Live! from Busboys and Poets hosted by MalPractice (Fri Apr 24 2026 at Busboys and Poets), Standing in the Spirit of Paul Robeson: Plaque Unveiling and Rededication (Sat Apr 25 2026 at 12:00 pm at Paul Robeson Triangle Park), DMV Creative Brunch: The Power of the Pen — Ink and Ivory (Sun Apr 26 2026 at 01:00 pm at Eaton DC), Sobre la orilla de Luz (Sun Apr 26 2026 at 03:00 pm at Studio Theatre). - **Q**: How can I find events in Washington? 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Browse by date, venue, or price to find events that match your interests. - **Q**: How do I buy tickets for events in Washington? - **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 Washington? - **A:** Some popular venues hosting events in Washington include 200 I St SE, Busboys and Poets, Paul Robeson Triangle Park. - **Q**: What is the price range for events in Washington? - **A:** Prices for events in Washington range from USD 8 to USD 285. Many events also offer free entry. - **Q**: Who are the top organizers for events in Washington? - **A:** Popular organizers hosting events in Washington include Deputy Mayor for Planning and Economic Development, Busboys and Poets, Pilgrim Art Foundation. - **Q**: Are there any online events available? - **A:** Yes, many events are available online. 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