Start: 7 pm
(local time)

Contact details, registration and more information here.

Poets Run This!

With millions of metaphors to choose from, what is a poem to you?

A window framing a flaming forest. A lens pulling your iris into focus. Your friend’s sandalwood embrace.

South Australian poets from country towns and urban centres spark new dreams, clear out cobweb memes and offer audiences a sturdy branch with a clearer view of the cultural storm.

Join the nation-wide search for the people’s poet. It’s Australian Poetry Slam 2026 (APS) – the cupped hand around your mouth amplifying your shout.

Get up. Gather at your local slam. Share with your community.
Jump on the mic or listen, cheer.

Whether you’re performing or supporting local wordsmiths from the crowd, the stage is set. The audience is gathered. Electrify us. Prove to the world what we’ve always known is true – Poets Run This.

Want to get inspired with a slam wordshop led by a professional spoken word artist? There are South Australia 2026 APS Workshops to take part in.

Want to sling your verse skills or watch local poets on the mic? Check out the five South Australia 2026 APS Heats.

Feeling inspired by all moments poetic and spoken word? There is an expanded program of workshops, heats and South Australia APS 2026 events to experience!

HOST: to be confirmed

Content Warning: Most Poetry Slams are all ages and some content may not be suitable for children. Performances may include strong language and / or adult themes.

Event times local time.

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This Australian Poetry Slam event is presented by Word Travels and Spoken Word SA.

Goodwood Theatre and Studios – 166 Goodwood Road, Goodwood SA 5034