Celebrate Poetry Month at the Victorian Pride Centre with an evening that uplifts LGBTQIA+ voices and poetic stories. Pride & Poetry brings together LGBTQIA+ poets, performers, and community members for an open mic night in the Forum, creating space for emerging and established voices to share stories and celebrate poetry!

Featuring 2x Special Guest Poets: Michelle McCowage & Nathanael Wright

Hear featured readings from our guest poets before stepping up to the mic yourself or sit back and enjoy an evening of local poetry.

What to Expect:
- Open Mic Poetry & Spoken Word: Share your work or support local LGBTQIA+ poets and storytellers.
- Featured Performances: Special readings from Michelle McCowage and Nathanael Wright.
- VPC Pop-Up Bar: Enjoy wine, beer, sparkling and non-alcoholic options throughout the evening.
- Community Connection: Meet fellow creatives, make new friends, and celebrate Poetry Month in an inclusive and welcoming space.

Event Details:
Date: Tuesday, 18 August 2026
Time: 6:00pm to 8:00pm
Location: Forum, Victorian Pride Centre
Cost: Free (or pay what you feel). Bookings are essential.
Open Mic Sign-Up: Available via pre-registration or on arrival. Open mic participants will have 3 to 5 minutes each.

Join us for a warm, inclusive, and unapologetically queer celebration of Poetry Month at the Victorian Pride Centre!

COST: Free

ACCESSIBLITY: Venue Entrance Wheelchair Accessible, Toilets Wheelchair Accessible, Performance Space Wheelchair Accessible, Sensory friendly - The Forum is a low sensory space, with dimmable lights.