
Poetry Events in San Diego

VOICES of POETRY - Fashion Explosion Show
VOP is a weekly variety showcase of; Poets, Comics, Fashion, Vocalists and Musicians... an urban explosion of artistic creation.

The Lil' Things presents Open Mic - Music & Poetry Night at VISUAL
Come hang out and support some local talent as they perform music and poetry at VISUAL, an art gallery and shop located in fun and exciting North Park. Don't miss out on the opportunity to connect with fellow San Diego creatives and build your community!

Arts & Lectures Event Features Poetry by India’s Nobel Laureate
Songs of the Wayfarer is a transcreative work based upon select poems of India’s Nobel Laureate – Rabindranath Tagore. Translations from Bengali to English were created by Jayanta Acharya, original music composed by Mtafiti Imara, and dances choreographed by Anusree Bonnerjee and Cherie Hill.

Voices of Poetry -Valentines Day Special
Join us for food, drinks, live music and poetry- Featuring SHOLET and LULUMIR performing HipHopera
Secret Garden Lyrics & Legends Features James Seriph
Lyrics and Legends invites you to Join us at the Wormwood Secret Garden for a night of music and storytelling. Whether you're a seasoned performer or a first-time open mic participant, this event is the perfect opportunity to showcase your musical talents and share your favorite tales. Let's come together to celebrate the magic of music and the power of storytelling in community. Don't miss out on this unforgettable evening of music and memories at the temple of the Green Fairy.

San Diego Writers Ink First Friday - February 7, 2025
As part of the monthly First Friday event at Liberty Station, we hold an open house at Inspirations Gallery so that you can enjoy the artwork on our walls, talk to fellow writers, and snack on a few treats. Please note that we sometimes hold talks and readings as well, which you can find on our Readings & Events page.
For February, Alisha Richard will be presenting poetry and storytelling.


H Sinno: Poems of Consumption
Poems of Consumption turns Amazon customer reviews into “pop songs” written, composed, arranged, and produced by H.Sinno and their collaborators. The harsh electronica and lush string quartet are accompanied by video work by Sinno and Matteo Zamagni which further saturates the performance with a relentless barrage of phantasmagorical visuals.
Inspired by Mark Fisher’s Capitalist Realism, polymath H.Sinno searches for fugitive intimacies and poetic temporalities by jamming Amazon’s 5-star rating system with poetry about their own consumer behavior.
Commissioned by the Barbican Centre and Shubbak Festival in July 2023, Poems of Consumption is a multimedia anti-spectacle that marks H.Sinno’s first lyrical excursion into the English language, as well as the former pop-star’s first solo work since Mashrou Leila.

Stories of Our Soma: An Interactive Poetry Experience - January 11th, 2025
Join us for a soul-stirring journey into movement, voice, and poetry. This special event invites you to:
🌟 Engage in Interactive Somatic Poetry
🌟 Explore Movement & Vocal Reclamation
🌟 Share & Connect in a Community Poetry Circle
Designed for the movers, the lovers, and the writers, this experience is open to all. Every body is welcomed and deeply wanted.

FRE3STY13; The Hip Hopera
Welcome to FRE3STY13: The Hip Hopera!
Date: Sat Dec 07 2024
Time: 7:00 PM
Location: Diversionary Theatre
Get ready for a night of stimulating fulfillment that blends the raw energy of hip hop with the drama of opera. FRE3STY13 showcases talented artists who will take you on a musical journey like no other. From soulful ballads to high-energy rap battles, this event promises to keep you on the edge of your seat.
Come join us for an unforgettable evening filled with rhythm, rhyme, and soul. Don't miss out on this unique fusion of genres that will leave you wanting more. See you there!