House of Many Porches. Photo: Mace Publishing, LLC
Poetry in the Park is a free event on Friday, April 17, 2026, from 6 to 8 p.m., at House of Many Porches Market in Dorothea Dix Park, 701 Palmer Drive, Raleigh, North Carolina.
Enjoy a relaxed, open mic gathering in the park celebrating poetry, short stories, and creative works-in-progress. Whether you’re a seasoned writer, a first-time reader, or someone who just wants to listen, you’re welcome. Enjoy an evening of art, language, and community.
Have a poem you’re revising? A short story excerpt? Visual art or another creative project you’d like to share or talk about? Bring it! This is a supportive space to test ideas, celebrate words, and connect with other creatives. Each performer will have up to 5 minutes to share. You’re invited to read your own work or share a favorite poem by another poet that inspires you.
Because this event takes place in a public park, with families and passersby nearby, all content must remain family-friendly (no explicit language or themes). The goal is to create a welcoming space where anyone walking by can comfortably stop, listen, and maybe even join in.
Performers: reserve a spot at the mic. If performer tickets are sold out, you’re still encouraged to come and listen. If space opens up day-of due to no-shows, there will be a waitlist available at the event for additional performers.
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