THE B SIDE SLAM
A high-energy poetry slam celebrating National Poetry Month. Poets compete for a $500 cash prize with live DJ sets, powerful spoken word
THE B SIDE SLAM — ROUND ONE
A National Poetry Month Experience
Kick off National Poetry Month and celebrate 25 years of On the B Side with THE B SIDE SLAM: Round One — a high-energy poetry slam experience where bars matter, the crowd is engaged, and the competition is real.
This is not an open mic.
This is a slam.
Poets will battle it out for a $500 CASH PRIZE, while audiences experience powerful spoken word, live DJ energy, and a night rooted in culture and creativity.
📍 EVENT DETAILS
Sunday, April 12, 2026
5:00 PM – 9:00 PM
🎤 Hosted by Ingrid B
🎧 Music by DJ Gazm (G-A-Z-M)
🎤 POETS — READY TO STEP UP?
Think you’ve got what it takes?
$10 entry fee to compete
$500 IN CASH PRIZES
Limited poet slots available
Sign-ups are first come, first served
Poets should arrive early, check in on time, and be prepared to bring their strongest work to the mic.
🎟️ ATTENDEES
$20 cover
Seating is limited
Early arrival strongly recommended
Come experience competitive spoken word, intentional vibes, and an audience that knows how to respond to the art.
✨ WHAT TO EXPECT
Competitive poetry slam
Live DJ set
High-energy crowd
A celebration of spoken word, community, and creative excellence
On the B Side is where people come to laugh, cry, and be inspired — and THE B SIDE SLAM delivers that experience every time.
ℹ️ IMPORTANT INFO
This is a 21+ event
All sales are final
Respect the mic, the artists, and the venue