WELCOME TO POETRY215.COM! THIS SITE IS MAINTAINED BY PHILLY BASED POET CHRISTOPHER K.P. BROWN AKA KP ULTRA ALONG WITH OTHER MEMBERS OF THE PHILADELPHIA SPOKEN WORD POETRY COMMUNITY. OUR GOAL IS TO INCLUDE ALL UPCOMING POETRY EVENTS OCCURRING IN THE PHILADELPHIA AREA. BELOW YOU WILL FIND OUR CALENDARS WHICH INCLUDE THE EVENT DATE, THE EVENT NAME, THE EVENT VENUE, THE EVENT ADMISSION FEE, AND A LINK TO MORE INFO FOR EACH EVENT. Any flyers on our site are clickable so that you can simply click the flyer and find tickets & more info for the event. IF YOU’D LIKE FOR US TO ADD YOUR EVENT TO OUR CALENDAR OR IF YOU HAVE A QUESTION THAT WE MAY BE ABLE TO ANSWER, PLEASE CLICK ON THE GENERAL INQUIRIES OR SUBMIT EVENT TAB ABOVE IN OUR MENU BAR. THERE IS NO FEE TO HAVE YOUR EVENT LISTED ON OUR SITE. HOWEVER, IF YOU’D LIKE FOR US TO PROMOTE YOUR EVENT (POST FLYER ON OUR SITE AND SOCIAL MEDIA OUTLETS) WE CHARGE $30 TO DO SO. WE WANT TO HELP GET PEOPLE OUT TO MORE POETRY EVENTS! THANK YOU FOR VISITING OUR SITE AND WE LOOK FORWARD TO SEEING YOU AT A POETRY EVENT SOON!
Wednesday, June 3
Join us at Philly’s ONLY all-styles spoken word event, featuring a wide swath of local features, vibes by legendary Philly DJ Khaleel Mason and our signature diverse poetic community. Come for the love. Stay for the party.
Wednesday, June 3, 2026
NEW LOCATION! J Lounge 43 E. Snyder Philadelphia, PA
21+ | Suggested Donation $10 | NOTAFLOP
featuring: Rowan Muccy, Abigail Guidry + DJ Khaleel Mason
7PM – Poets
9PM – Dance
Rowan (they/them) is a South Philly artist focusing on poetry and painting. They can most likely be found being inspired at an open mic night. Rowan believes in using their work to drive their values of authenticity, community, and kindness.
Abigail Guidry is an artist and poet living in Philadelphia, PA, with their two tortoiseshell cats. They are co-founder of the sibling collaborative Guidry Press, where they make zines and artists’ books alongside their brother. When they aren’t reading poetry at local open mics, they can be found watching horror movies and learning new crafting techniques.
Khaleel Mason is a 40-year+ veteran of servicing the world with house music, home and abroad. He performed on the show “Welcome to Our House” for 10 years on 105.3 WDAS FM. An organizer, producer, and DJ, Khaleel serves up some of the grooviest beats in Philadelphia’s most welcoming and inclusive spaces.
CREATIVE WRITING COMMUNITY WORKSHOP SERIES
SATURDAY, MAY 30
The Any Day Now Creative Writing Workshop returns in 2026 with new partners, Philly Reincarnated, but the same welcoming space for writers of all ages.
Jovan McKoy (ThePoetBul) is a spoken-word poet and visual artist based in West Philly whose work moves with honesty, confidence, and heart. Writing since age 17, Jovan has performed across cities including New York, LA, Houston, and Atlanta. He’s the host of House of Poets Entertainment and the author of Journal Entry and Poems by the Dating Pool—both infused with his original hand-drawn artwork. His philosophy is simple and powerful: Do what you love. Love what you do. Always.
Friends of the Tanner House supports the Any Day Now Creative Writing Workshop in partnership with the Strawberry Mansion Learning Center. Welcoming writers of all ages, the workshops will convene shared space for interactive prompts, expressive activities, and supportive strategies guided by veteran Philadelphia poets, writers, and storytellers. The workshop is named in honor of North Philadelphia’s own Larry Neal, a leading voice of the Black Arts Movement who professed that the soulwork of Black writing “must be taken to the people in the most exciting fashion possible.”
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 12, 2026 (ALL DAY EVENT)
PB&J is a Comic Con that celebrates Black existence across sci‑fi, fantasy, comics, and spoken word poetry. It’s a space where spoken word poets, comic creators, cosplayers, gamers, readers, and dreamers come together to build worlds, share stories, and honor the power of Black imagination in every form.
Held inside Germantown’s historic Braid Mills, PB&J is Philly‑coded from the ground up. From the flyers to the panels, from the food to the fashion, this con speaks in Philly slang, walks with Germantown rhythm, and uplifts the voices mainstream cons overlook. It’s a home for Blerds, storytellers, and anyone who knows that Black creativity has always been cosmic.
MENTAL HEALTH AWARENESS CHECK-IN
SATURDAY, AUGUST 22ND
Prioritize your peace and join the community for the Mental Health Awareness Check-In, a dedicated space to pause, connect, and support one another. Because your mind truly matters, this gathering is designed to bring people together to prioritize collective and individual mental well-being. It’s a welcoming environment to check in, share space, and remind ourselves that no one has to navigate life’s challenges alone.
It is more than just a check-in—it is an evening curated to lift your spirits and feed your soul. Attendees can look forward to an amazing lineup of games, live poetry, delicious food, and overall great vibes. Whether you are looking to unwind with some casual gaming, get inspired by powerful spoken word, or simply enjoy good food in a supportive atmosphere, this event offers the perfect blend of connection and relaxation.
The event takes place on August 22ND, 2026, from 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM at 2832 Girard Ave in Philly. Admission is $10, and you can conveniently pay in person or via CashApp at $BABILUV85. Pull up, take care of yourself, and enjoy a night dedicated to the reminder that you matter.
Food by Queen Ivie
KEEP POETRY215 FREE (GOFUNDME)
POETRY215 HAS ALWAYS BEEN A FREE RESOURCE FOR THE PHILADELPHIA POETRY COMMUNITY, BUT WE DO WANT TO PROPERLY COMPENSATE OUR TEAM OF VOLUNTEERS BECAUSE A LOT OF WORK GOES INTO MAINTAINING THE WEBSITE AND OUR SOCIAL MEDIAS. WE ALSO WANT TO EXPAND AND ENHANCE OUR TEAM SO THAT WE CAN BETTER SERVE YOU ON A CONSISTENT BASIS. IF YOU FIND OUR SERVICE TO BE VALUABLE PLEASE DONATE AND SHARE.
| DATE | EVENT | VENUE | ADMISSION FEE | EVENT OR HOST LINK FOR MORE INFO |
WED MAY 27 7:00 PM | SPILLED INK OPEN MIC POETRY READING | INKWELL 1125 HAMILTON STREET ALLENTOWN, PA | $10.00 | FOR TICKETS & INFO |
| THURS MAY 28 6:00 PM | PUFF & POETRY 5 BRUSH, BLAZE & POETRY | 777 W PROVIDENCE ROAD LANSDOWNE, PA 19050 (ENTER THROUGH APARTMENTS ENTRANCE) | $20-30 | FOR TICKETS & INFO |
| SAT MAY 30 5:00 PM | DTL POETRY VIBEZ SHOWCASE | KANVAS 3870 LANCASTER AVE PHILADELPHIA, PA 19104 | $25-45 | FOR TICKETS & INFO |
| SAT MAY 30 6:00 PM | TRENTON DIVINE POETRY NIGHT OUT: EXPRESSION OF A MOTHER’S LOVE | PASSAGE THEATRE COMPANY 205 EAST FRONT STREET TRENTON, NJ 08605 | $35.00 | FOR MORE INFO |
| SAT MAY 30 8:00 PM | VELVET BLUEPRINT PRESENTS: THE SIR LEEZUS EXPERIENCE | 1625 CECIL B MOORE AVE PHILADELPHIA, PA 19121 | $40.00 AND UP | FOR TICKETS & INFO |
| SUN MAY 31 1-4 PM | ARTWELL POETRY & ART SHOW | THE GALLERIES AT MOORE MOORE COLLEGE OF ART & DESIGN 1916 RACE STREET PHILADELPHIA, PA 19103 | FREE ADMISSION | FOR REGISTRATION & INFO |
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 12, 2026 (ALL DAY EVENT)
PB&J is a Comic Con that celebrates Black existence across sci‑fi, fantasy, comics, and spoken word poetry. It’s a space where spoken word poets, comic creators, cosplayers, gamers, readers, and dreamers come together to build worlds, share stories, and honor the power of Black imagination in every form.
Held inside Germantown’s historic Braid Mills, PB&J is Philly‑coded from the ground up. From the flyers to the panels, from the food to the fashion, this con speaks in Philly slang, walks with Germantown rhythm, and uplifts the voices mainstream cons overlook. It’s a home for Blerds, storytellers, and anyone who knows that Black creativity has always been cosmic.
2ND WEDNESDAYS
Dive into the world of words and beyond—this night’s all about poetry and the stories behind the poets!
Not Just A Poet is a monthly open mic and creative gathering that welcomes everyone — poets, spoken word artists, musicians, storytellers, and those who simply love the performing arts.
Join us every 2nd Wednesday from February–July 2026 at Kanvas Event Space in Philly for a dynamic blend of featured performers and open mic slots. Each event features two multidisciplined artists, and plenty of space for both beginners and seasoned creatives.
Hosted by Ms Marquita Writes, Not Just A Poet is more than a poetry night — it’s a movement to celebrate and uplift every voice.
2ND WEDNESDAYS
Dive into the world of words and beyond—this night’s all about poetry and the stories behind the poets!
Not Just A Poet is a monthly open mic and creative gathering that welcomes everyone — poets, spoken word artists, musicians, storytellers, and those who simply love the performing arts.
Join us every 2nd Wednesday from February–July 2026 at Kanvas Event Space in Philly for a dynamic blend of featured performers and open mic slots. Each event features two multidisciplined artists, and plenty of space for both beginners and seasoned creatives.
Hosted by Ms Marquita Writes, Not Just A Poet is more than a poetry night — it’s a movement to celebrate and uplift every voice.
KEEP POETRY215 FREE (GOFUNDME)
POETRY215 HAS ALWAYS BEEN A FREE RESOURCE FOR THE PHILADELPHIA POETRY COMMUNITY, BUT WE DO WANT TO PROPERLY COMPENSATE OUR TEAM OF VOLUNTEERS BECAUSE A LOT OF WORK GOES INTO MAINTAINING THE WEBSITE AND OUR SOCIAL MEDIAS. WE ALSO WANT TO EXPAND AND ENHANCE OUR TEAM SO THAT WE CAN BETTER SERVE YOU ON A CONSISTENT BASIS. IF YOU FIND OUR SERVICE TO BE VALUABLE PLEASE DONATE AND SHARE.
| DATE | EVENT | VENUE | ADMISSION FEE | EVENT OR HOST LINK FOR MORE INFO |
| MON JUNE 1 7:00 PM | WILMA THEATER OPEN MIC THEME: UNEARTHING HISTORY FEATURING ISAIAH PRINCE | THE WILMA THEATER WILMA THEATER LOBBY 265 S BROAD STREET PHILADELPHIA, PA 19107 | $10.00 SUGGESTED DONATION | FOR TICKETS & INFO |
| FRI JUNE 5 7:30 – 10:00 PM | THE COMMUNITY STAGE: OUR MONTHLY OPEN MIC | THE PERCH 2321 EMERALD STREET PHILADELPHIA, PA 19125 | $10-20 SUGGESTED DONATION | FOR TICKETS & INFO |
| FRI JUNE 5 6-9 PM | JAM DUNG & THE SMLEY HOUSE PROJECT PRESENTS THE OPEN MIC SPEAKEASY EXPERIENCE | JAM DUNK JERK HUT 645 WALNUT STREET READING, PA 19601 | FREE ADMISSION | FOR MORE INFO |
| SAT JUNE 6 12 – 2 PM | QUEEN T PRODUCTIONS PRESENTS: A POETRY CLUB | HOLMESBURG LIBRARY 7810 FRANKFORD AVE PHILADELPHIA, PA | FREE ADMISSION | FOR TICKETS & INFO |
| TUES JUNE 9 6:45 PM | CREATIVES’ PIER OUTDOOR OPEN MIC FT. Q-FLO | VENICE ISLAND 7 LOCK STREET PHILADELPHIA, PA 19127 | $10-25 | FOR TICKETS & INFO |
| WED JUNE 10 5:30 PM | SOULETRI @ IZLAS AN INTERACTIVE OPEN MIC EXPERIENCE | IZLAS PUERTORICAN CUISINE 2725 NORTH AMERICAN ST PHILADELPHIA, PA 19133 | FREE ADMISSION | FOR TICKETS & INFO |
| WED JUNE 10 6-9 PM | OPEN MIC NIGHT AT THE GRAND | THE GRAND 818 N MARKET STREET WILMINGTON, DE | FREE ADMISSION | FOR REGISTRATION & INFO |
| THURS JUNE 11 6:30PM | THE OUTLET OPEN MIC | APPELL CENTER STUDIO 50 N GEORGE STREET YORK, PA 17401 | FREE ADMISSION | FOR TICKETS & INFO |
| FRI JUNE 12 7-10 PM | WORDSMITH: A DEF POETRY JAM REUNION HONORING URSULA RUCKER | GROUNDS FOR SCULPTURE 80 SCULPTORS WAY HAMILTON, NJ 08619 | $15 – 30 | FOR TICKETS & INFO |
| FRI JUNE 12 7:00 PM | 2 LINES OPEN MIC FEATURING WIND AND SAIL | MAKEN STUDIOS NORTH 3525 I STREET PHILADELPHIA, PA | $10.00 | FOR TICKETS & INFO |
| SUN JUNE 21 12:00 – 4:00 PM | PAFA (PENNSYLVANIA ACADEMY OF FINE ARTS) BIRTHDAY CELEBRATION OUTDOOR FESTIVAL | PAFA 118 N. BROAD STREET PHILADELPHIA, PA 19102 | TBD | MORE INFO TO COME |
| SUN JUNE 21 3-7 PM | WOMEN, WINE & WORDS HOSTED BY JAY SMOOV | HEROS MARK 5091 UMBRIA STREET PHILADELPHIA, PA | $15-25 | FOR MORE INFO OR FOLLOW @WOMENWINEWORDS__ |
| SUN JUNE 21 3-6 PM | CJ SPEAKS PRESENTS SPOKEN WORD OF PHILLY | THE MOVEMENT 7133 GERMANTOWN AVENUE PHILADELPHIA, PA | FREE ENTRY | FOR MORE INFO |
| SUN JUNE 21 5:00 PM | WILD INDIGO A POETRY READING SERIES | YOUNG AMERICAN HARD CIDER 6350 GERMANTOWN AVE PHILADELPHIA, PA 19144 | DONATIONS ACCEPTED | FOR TICKETS & INFO |
| WED JUNE 24 7:00 PM | SPILLED INK OPEN MIC POETRY READING | INKWELL 1125 HAMILTON STREET ALLENTOWN, PA | $10.00 | FOR TICKETS & INFO |
| WED JUNE 24 7:00 PM | DELANEY YOUNG IN CONCERT | ORELAND EVANGELICAL PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH 119 CHURCH ROAD ORELAND, PA 19075 | DONATIONS ACCEPTED | FOR TICKETS & INFO |
| FRI JUNE 26 8:00 PM | WORDS & GASMS THE EROTIC POETRY SHOW & OPEN MIC | BUFFALO WILD WINGS 9701 ROOSEVELT BLVD PHILADELPHIA, PA 19114 | $10.00 | FOR TICKETS & INFO |
| FRI JUNE 26 7-9 PM | ALL AGES OPEN MIC NIGHT AT THE HANGAR | THE HANGAR IS LOCATED ON THE FIRST FLOOR OF THE GROTTY COMMUNITY CENTER 17 E. PHILADELPHIA STREET YORK, PA 17401 | FOR MORE INFO | |
| SUN JUNE 28 5:30 PM | SOULETRI SUNDAYS OPEN MIC EXPERIENCE | TWO LOCALS BREWING 3675 MARKET STREET SUITE #100 PHILADELPHIA, PA 19133 | FREE ADMISSION | FOR TICKETS & INFO |
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 12, 2026 (ALL DAY EVENT)
PB&J is a Comic Con that celebrates Black existence across sci‑fi, fantasy, comics, and spoken word poetry. It’s a space where spoken word poets, comic creators, cosplayers, gamers, readers, and dreamers come together to build worlds, share stories, and honor the power of Black imagination in every form.
Held inside Germantown’s historic Braid Mills, PB&J is Philly‑coded from the ground up. From the flyers to the panels, from the food to the fashion, this con speaks in Philly slang, walks with Germantown rhythm, and uplifts the voices mainstream cons overlook. It’s a home for Blerds, storytellers, and anyone who knows that Black creativity has always been cosmic.
| DATE | EVENT | VENUE | ADMISSION FEE | EVENT OR HOST LINK FOR MORE INFO |
| THURS JULY 2 6:00 PM | PUFF & POETRY 5 BRUSH, BLAZE & POETRY | 777 W PROVIDENCE ROAD LANSDOWNE, PA 19050 (ENTER THROUGH APARTMENTS ENTRANCE) | $20-30 | FOR TICKETS & INFO |
| WED JULY 8 5:30 PM | SOULETRI @ IZLAS AN INTERACTIVE OPEN MIC EXPERIENCE | IZLAS PUERTORICAN CUISINE 2725 NORTH AMERICAN ST PHILADELPHIA, PA 19133 | FREE ADMISSION | FOR TICKETS & INFO |
| SUN JULY 19 3-7 PM | WOMEN, WINE & WORDS HOSTED BY JAY SMOOV | HEROS MARK 5091 UMBRIA STREET PHILADELPHIA, PA | $15-25 | FOR MORE INFO OR FOLLOW @WOMENWINEWORDS__ |
| SUN JULY 26 5:30 PM | SOULETRI SUNDAYS OPEN MIC EXPERIENCE | TWO LOCALS BREWING 3675 MARKET STREET SUITE #100 PHILADELPHIA, PA 19133 | FREE ADMISSION | FOR TICKETS & INFO |
| WED JULY 29 7:00 PM | SPILLED INK OPEN MIC POETRY READING | INKWELL 1125 HAMILTON STREET ALLENTOWN, PA | $10.00 | FOR TICKETS & INFO |
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 12, 2026 (ALL DAY EVENT)
PB&J is a Comic Con that celebrates Black existence across sci‑fi, fantasy, comics, and spoken word poetry. It’s a space where spoken word poets, comic creators, cosplayers, gamers, readers, and dreamers come together to build worlds, share stories, and honor the power of Black imagination in every form.
Held inside Germantown’s historic Braid Mills, PB&J is Philly‑coded from the ground up. From the flyers to the panels, from the food to the fashion, this con speaks in Philly slang, walks with Germantown rhythm, and uplifts the voices mainstream cons overlook. It’s a home for Blerds, storytellers, and anyone who knows that Black creativity has always been cosmic.
| DATE | EVENT | VENUE | ADMISSION FEE | EVENT OR HOST LINK FOR MORE INFO |
| SUN AUGUST 16 3-7 PM | WOMEN, WINE & WORDS HOSTED BY JAY SMOOV | HEROS MARK 5091 UMBRIA STREET PHILADELPHIA, PA | $15-25 | FOR MORE INFO OR FOLLOW @WOMENWINEWORDS__ |
| SAT AUG 22 5-9 PM | MENTAL HEALTH AWARENESS CHECK-IN | THE SPACE 2832 W GIRARD AVE PHILADELPHIA, PA | $10.00 | FOR MORE INFO |
| SUN AUG 23 5:30 PM | SOULETRI SUNDAYS OPEN MIC EXPERIENCE | TWO LOCALS BREWING 3675 MARKET STREET SUITE #100 PHILADELPHIA, PA 19133 | FREE ADMISSION | FOR TICKETS & INFO |
| WED AUG 26 7:00 PM | SPILLED INK OPEN MIC POETRY READING | INKWELL 1125 HAMILTON STREET ALLENTOWN, PA | $10.00 | FOR TICKETS & INFO |
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 12, 2026 (ALL DAY EVENT)
PB&J is a Comic Con that celebrates Black existence across sci‑fi, fantasy, comics, and spoken word poetry. It’s a space where spoken word poets, comic creators, cosplayers, gamers, readers, and dreamers come together to build worlds, share stories, and honor the power of Black imagination in every form.
Held inside Germantown’s historic Braid Mills, PB&J is Philly‑coded from the ground up. From the flyers to the panels, from the food to the fashion, this con speaks in Philly slang, walks with Germantown rhythm, and uplifts the voices mainstream cons overlook. It’s a home for Blerds, storytellers, and anyone who knows that Black creativity has always been cosmic.
| DATE | EVENT | VENUE | ADMISSION FEE | EVENT OR HOST LINK FOR MORE INFO |
| SEPT 12 ALL DAY | POETRY BLERDS & JAMS (AKA PB& J) A COMIC CON BORN IN GERMANTOWN | 441 HIGH STREET PHILADELPHIA, PA 19144 | $50-125 (EARLY BIRD SPECIAL UNTIL APRIL) | FOR TICKETS & INFO OR FOLLOW ON IG @POETRYBLERDSANDJAMS |
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