Join us live at Arnolfini on World Poetry Day for the 2026 Lyra Bristol Poetry Slam qualifying heats. 20+ poets will compete for just 10 places in the Slam Finals on April 19th at Lyra Festival.
Come along and cheer on the poets, and cast your votes as the audience too.
Hosted by Cal Wensley.
Apply to compete in the slam here! (Deadline March 12th) https://forms.gle/Ku3MVczXcHwdYn6z7
Part of Lyra – Bristol Poetry Festival 2026
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