Doors open: 4 pm | Start: 4.30pm
(local times)

Contact details and more information here, Facebook event details 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.

Western 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 try out your skills or watch local poets on the mic? Check out all the Western Australia events including WA Heat #1, WA Heat #2 and WA Heat #3.

All people of all ages are very welcome to enter the slam or to attend and consume the poetry. The Rosemount Hotel is a licensed venue so if you’re under 18 please remember to bring your responsible adult.

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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.

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

Four5Nine, Rosemount Hotel – 459 Fitzgerald Street, North Perth WA 6006