
Poetry Open Mic
Low lit kava bar hosts Asheville's longest running open mic for poetry and spoken word; signups at 8pm with 5 or 10 minute slots for all skill levels, producing earnest, intimate readings.
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Long-running community open mic for poetry, spoken word, and experimental performance in Sovereign Kava's cozy, low-lit kava lounge; sign-ups begin at 8 p.m. for 5- or 10-minute spots.

Long-running community open mic for poetry, spoken word, and experimental performance in Sovereign Kava's cozy, low-lit kava lounge; sign-ups begin at 8 p.m. for 5- or 10-minute spots.
Long-running community open mic for poetry, spoken word, and experimental performance in Sovereign Kava's cozy, low-lit kava lounge; sign-ups begin at 8 p.m. for 5- or 10-minute spots.

Welcoming open stage for poets, comedians, musicians, and first-time performers to try original poetry, jokes, and songs in an intimate, community focused night that prizes creativity, courage, and attentive audience listening.

Welcoming open stage for poets, comedians, musicians, and first-time performers to try original poetry, jokes, and songs in an intimate, community focused night that prizes creativity, courage, and attentive audience listening.
Welcoming open stage for poets, comedians, musicians, and first-time performers to try original poetry, jokes, and songs in an intimate, community focused night that prizes creativity, courage, and attentive audience listening.

Evening signups at 6:30pm lead into a mixed acoustic and spoken-word performance night starting 7:30pm, hosted by Tony Willingham in a casual downtown brewery taproom for musicians and poets.

Evening signups at 6:30pm lead into a mixed acoustic and spoken-word performance night starting 7:30pm, hosted by Tony Willingham in a casual downtown brewery taproom for musicians and poets.
Evening signups at 6:30pm lead into a mixed acoustic and spoken-word performance night starting 7:30pm, hosted by Tony Willingham in a casual downtown brewery taproom for musicians and poets.

Sunday-night spotlight for singers, poets, and storytellers in a supportive, welcoming atmosphere; performers sign up at 6pm to share acoustic, spoken-word, or experimental pieces in an intimate barroom setting.

Sunday-night spotlight for singers, poets, and storytellers in a supportive, welcoming atmosphere; performers sign up at 6pm to share acoustic, spoken-word, or experimental pieces in an intimate barroom setting.
Sunday-night spotlight for singers, poets, and storytellers in a supportive, welcoming atmosphere; performers sign up at 6pm to share acoustic, spoken-word, or experimental pieces in an intimate barroom setting.

Weekly taproom open mic at Hi-Wire South Slope, hosted by Stephen Evans with walk up signups at 5:30 PM and stage time starting at 6:00 PM for musicians, poets, and comedians.

Weekly taproom open mic at Hi-Wire South Slope, hosted by Stephen Evans with walk up signups at 5:30 PM and stage time starting at 6:00 PM for musicians, poets, and comedians.
Weekly taproom open mic at Hi-Wire South Slope, hosted by Stephen Evans with walk up signups at 5:30 PM and stage time starting at 6:00 PM for musicians, poets, and comedians.

High-energy stand-up open mic focused on brand-new material and rotating local comics on Sunday nights. Signups start at 6:30pm for a 7pm show in a 21+ bar setting; no cover, newcomers welcome.

High-energy stand-up open mic focused on brand-new material and rotating local comics on Sunday nights. Signups start at 6:30pm for a 7pm show in a 21+ bar setting; no cover, newcomers welcome.
High-energy stand-up open mic focused on brand-new material and rotating local comics on Sunday nights. Signups start at 6:30pm for a 7pm show in a 21+ bar setting; no cover, newcomers welcome.

Lively, inclusive open mic for poets, musicians, comedians, and storytellers in Sweeten Creek Brewing's relaxed taproom, encouraging beginners and seasoned performers alike during a weekly early evening showcase.

Lively, inclusive open mic for poets, musicians, comedians, and storytellers in Sweeten Creek Brewing's relaxed taproom, encouraging beginners and seasoned performers alike during a weekly early evening showcase.
Lively, inclusive open mic for poets, musicians, comedians, and storytellers in Sweeten Creek Brewing's relaxed taproom, encouraging beginners and seasoned performers alike during a weekly early evening showcase.
Varied 15 minute acoustic and piano sets by emerging songwriters and local performers, mixing original songs, covers, and surprise pieces in a cozy tavern atmosphere that welcomes both players and attentive listeners.
Varied 15 minute acoustic and piano sets by emerging songwriters and local performers, mixing original songs, covers, and surprise pieces in a cozy tavern atmosphere that welcomes both players and attentive listeners.
Varied 15 minute acoustic and piano sets by emerging songwriters and local performers, mixing original songs, covers, and surprise pieces in a cozy tavern atmosphere that welcomes both players and attentive listeners.

Late night community performance night featuring short acoustic sets, spoken word pieces, and quick comedy bits in a mellow low lit kava lounge setting; signups at the mic welcome performers of all levels.

Late night community performance night featuring short acoustic sets, spoken word pieces, and quick comedy bits in a mellow low lit kava lounge setting; signups at the mic welcome performers of all levels.
Late night community performance night featuring short acoustic sets, spoken word pieces, and quick comedy bits in a mellow low lit kava lounge setting; signups at the mic welcome performers of all levels.

Sixty-minute timed writing sprints in a low-key coffeehouse atmosphere, with quick intros and communal accountability for novels, poems, lyrics, resumes, and work reports; arrive early to claim a seat and focus.

Sixty-minute timed writing sprints in a low-key coffeehouse atmosphere, with quick intros and communal accountability for novels, poems, lyrics, resumes, and work reports; arrive early to claim a seat and focus.
Sixty-minute timed writing sprints in a low-key coffeehouse atmosphere, with quick intros and communal accountability for novels, poems, lyrics, resumes, and work reports; arrive early to claim a seat and focus.

High-energy Tuesday-night karaoke with crowd-friendly sing-alongs across pop, rock, and classic hits, guided by an animated emcee; late-night bar atmosphere and communal mic-driven performances in downtown Asheville.

High-energy Tuesday-night karaoke with crowd-friendly sing-alongs across pop, rock, and classic hits, guided by an animated emcee; late-night bar atmosphere and communal mic-driven performances in downtown Asheville.
High-energy Tuesday-night karaoke with crowd-friendly sing-alongs across pop, rock, and classic hits, guided by an animated emcee; late-night bar atmosphere and communal mic-driven performances in downtown Asheville.

Cozy peer led jam for experienced musicians in a living room style kava bar; sign ups at 7:30 PM start informal sets, idea sharing, and collaborative song swaps in an intimate, conversational setting.

Cozy peer led jam for experienced musicians in a living room style kava bar; sign ups at 7:30 PM start informal sets, idea sharing, and collaborative song swaps in an intimate, conversational setting.
Cozy peer led jam for experienced musicians in a living room style kava bar; sign ups at 7:30 PM start informal sets, idea sharing, and collaborative song swaps in an intimate, conversational setting.

Roundtable writers' critique where participants share new pieces and exchange constructive feedback; bring 8–10 printed copies for group reading in a relaxed kava lounge setting.

Roundtable writers' critique where participants share new pieces and exchange constructive feedback; bring 8–10 printed copies for group reading in a relaxed kava lounge setting.
Roundtable writers' critique where participants share new pieces and exchange constructive feedback; bring 8–10 printed copies for group reading in a relaxed kava lounge setting.

Late-night open-mic stand-up in West Asheville with community-run signup spots; intimate, low-key room welcomes emerging comics and quickfire crowd work, ideal for testing new jokes.

Late-night open-mic stand-up in West Asheville with community-run signup spots; intimate, low-key room welcomes emerging comics and quickfire crowd work, ideal for testing new jokes.
Late-night open-mic stand-up in West Asheville with community-run signup spots; intimate, low-key room welcomes emerging comics and quickfire crowd work, ideal for testing new jokes.

Taproom open-jam at Pisgah Brewing’s stage invites musicians of all skill levels to sit in for a free, community-focused Sunday night jam featuring rotating guest hosts and occasional touring artists, starting at 6:30pm.

Taproom open-jam at Pisgah Brewing’s stage invites musicians of all skill levels to sit in for a free, community-focused Sunday night jam featuring rotating guest hosts and occasional touring artists, starting at 6:30pm.
Taproom open-jam at Pisgah Brewing’s stage invites musicians of all skill levels to sit in for a free, community-focused Sunday night jam featuring rotating guest hosts and occasional touring artists, starting at 6:30pm.

Timer-driven, quiet writing sprints in a cozy South Asheville café, punctuated by brief introductions for accountability and local writer networking; all experience levels welcome to bring projects, grab a drink, and write together.

Timer-driven, quiet writing sprints in a cozy South Asheville café, punctuated by brief introductions for accountability and local writer networking; all experience levels welcome to bring projects, grab a drink, and write together.
Timer-driven, quiet writing sprints in a cozy South Asheville café, punctuated by brief introductions for accountability and local writer networking; all experience levels welcome to bring projects, grab a drink, and write together.

Casual Sunday evening open jam at Pisgah Brewing, led by rotating guest hosts; musicians of all skill levels are invited to sit in and trade tunes in a communal, beer centric taproom setting.

Casual Sunday evening open jam at Pisgah Brewing, led by rotating guest hosts; musicians of all skill levels are invited to sit in and trade tunes in a communal, beer centric taproom setting.
Casual Sunday evening open jam at Pisgah Brewing, led by rotating guest hosts; musicians of all skill levels are invited to sit in and trade tunes in a communal, beer centric taproom setting.

Laid back improv workshop of playful group games to build spontaneity, creativity, and stage confidence; beginner friendly drop in, RSVP recommended, and note there are stairs at the entrance.

Laid back improv workshop of playful group games to build spontaneity, creativity, and stage confidence; beginner friendly drop in, RSVP recommended, and note there are stairs at the entrance.
Laid back improv workshop of playful group games to build spontaneity, creativity, and stage confidence; beginner friendly drop in, RSVP recommended, and note there are stairs at the entrance.

Quiet communal reading with beer at The Whale in West Asheville; arrive at 6 for an hour of silent reading (print or headphone audiobooks) with an optional casual discussion afterward.

Quiet communal reading with beer at The Whale in West Asheville; arrive at 6 for an hour of silent reading (print or headphone audiobooks) with an optional casual discussion afterward.
Quiet communal reading with beer at The Whale in West Asheville; arrive at 6 for an hour of silent reading (print or headphone audiobooks) with an optional casual discussion afterward.

Community led afternoon book discussion where readers gather for an hour of guided conversation, recommendations, and community connection; drop in attendees and new members welcome.

Community led afternoon book discussion where readers gather for an hour of guided conversation, recommendations, and community connection; drop in attendees and new members welcome.
Community led afternoon book discussion where readers gather for an hour of guided conversation, recommendations, and community connection; drop in attendees and new members welcome.