# Event Details

- **Event Name**: The Open Words Slam!
- **Event Start and End Date**: Wed, 29 Apr, 2026 at 09:00 pm (-04:00)
- **Event Description**: FREE TO ENTER POETRY COMPETITION!
WINNER GETS $100 CASH!!! See rules below.

WERE BACK! WITH NEW HOST BRIDGET!

Once again, Wednesday Open Words with Orlando Poetry Slam present, The Open Words Slam! In lieu of the usual open mic, poets will be allowed to compete for cash prizes and dubious glory. Enjoy from the audience or step behind the mic and share your truth.
Experience poetry, be moved
RULES
List opens 8pm, Slam starts at 9pm!!
-3-5 random judges from the audience will score the poets from 0-10 based on content, form, originality, etc.
-You will need 2 original poems to compete.
1st Round: 12 poets max,

5 highest scoring poets advance to 2nd Round. Highest scoring poet in the second round will be declared the winner.
-Content must be original. No props, no costumes or musical accompaniment.
3:10 minute time limit, full point deduction for every second over.
All rules subject to adjustment based on number of competitors and available judges, however all participants will be notified of any significant changes.
There will be an open mic after for those who wish to participate but not compete.
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/winter-park/the-open-words-slam/200029930523918
- **Event Categories**: Art, literary-art, Contests
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 0

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Winter Park
- **state**: FL
- **country**: United States
- **location**: Austins Coffee
- **lat**: 28.59278
- **long**: -81.3792
- **full address**: Austins Coffee, 2240 W Fairbanks Ave,Winter Park, Florida, United States

## Event gallery

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  - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events8/banners/11eb882f0384a1769209812f718bc826c9164d7fc3b36c2a0a4cf389ef65eaaf-rimg-w1200-h1200-dc080103-gmir?v=1775956938

## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is The Open Words Slam! being held?
  - **A:** The Open Words Slam! takes place on Wed, 29 Apr, 2026 at 09:00 pm to Wed, 29 Apr, 2026 at 09:00 pm at Austins Coffee, 2240 W Fairbanks Ave,Winter Park, Florida, United States.
- **Q**: Who is organizing The Open Words Slam!?
  - **A:** The Open Words Slam! is organized by Raymond Jimenez.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** The Open Words Slam! is ideal for aspiring performers, spoken word artists, budding comedians, and audiences who love discovering raw, unpolished talent in an intimate and supportive setting. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Winter Park, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. If The Open Words Slam! sounds like your kind of event, don't wait - spots fill up fast.

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