
Poetry Open Mic
Asheville’s longest-running open mic night invites poetry, spoken word, and any creative act in a laid-back kava bar setting. Sign up at 8 p.m. for a 5- or 10-minute spot and share with a supportive crowd.
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Low-lit kava-bar nights host intimate spoken-word and poetry performances with 5- and 10-minute sign-up slots starting at 8 p.m., cultivating an inclusive, long-running Asheville community of writers and performers.

Low-lit kava-bar nights host intimate spoken-word and poetry performances with 5- and 10-minute sign-up slots starting at 8 p.m., cultivating an inclusive, long-running Asheville community of writers and performers.
Low-lit kava-bar nights host intimate spoken-word and poetry performances with 5- and 10-minute sign-up slots starting at 8 p.m., cultivating an inclusive, long-running Asheville community of writers and performers.

Casual open mic in a downtown kava lounge with Kodey hosting a rotating lineup of performances. Expect low-key nightlife energy and a welcoming stage for first-timers and regulars alike.

Casual open mic in a downtown kava lounge with Kodey hosting a rotating lineup of performances. Expect low-key nightlife energy and a welcoming stage for first-timers and regulars alike.
Casual open mic in a downtown kava lounge with Kodey hosting a rotating lineup of performances. Expect low-key nightlife energy and a welcoming stage for first-timers and regulars alike.
Weekly Tuesday-night stage time in a cozy kava bar where poets, comedians, singers, and musicians rotate through short sets. A laid-back late-night community hang with an open-to-anyone sign-up vibe.
Weekly Tuesday-night stage time in a cozy kava bar where poets, comedians, singers, and musicians rotate through short sets. A laid-back late-night community hang with an open-to-anyone sign-up vibe.
Weekly Tuesday-night stage time in a cozy kava bar where poets, comedians, singers, and musicians rotate through short sets. A laid-back late-night community hang with an open-to-anyone sign-up vibe.

A welcoming late-night open stage for original poetry, stand-up bits, and singalong-ready songs, with room for first-timers and seasoned performers alike. Expect an encouraging, community-forward crowd at Energetic Experiences.

A welcoming late-night open stage for original poetry, stand-up bits, and singalong-ready songs, with room for first-timers and seasoned performers alike. Expect an encouraging, community-forward crowd at Energetic Experiences.
A welcoming late-night open stage for original poetry, stand-up bits, and singalong-ready songs, with room for first-timers and seasoned performers alike. Expect an encouraging, community-forward crowd at Energetic Experiences.

Spoken word and open mic poetry in a rooftop café with sweeping views of Mount Pisgah and the Blue Ridge Mountains. Sip seasonal cocktails, locally sourced tea and coffee, and fresh café fare while listening to regional and visiting poets.

Spoken word and open mic poetry in a rooftop café with sweeping views of Mount Pisgah and the Blue Ridge Mountains. Sip seasonal cocktails, locally sourced tea and coffee, and fresh café fare while listening to regional and visiting poets.
Spoken word and open mic poetry in a rooftop café with sweeping views of Mount Pisgah and the Blue Ridge Mountains. Sip seasonal cocktails, locally sourced tea and coffee, and fresh café fare while listening to regional and visiting poets.

Downtown brewery open mic with Tony Willingham hosting, starting with performer sign-ups at 6:30 PM and sets kicking off at 7:30 PM. Expect a casual evening of rotating local talent in a taproom setting.

Downtown brewery open mic with Tony Willingham hosting, starting with performer sign-ups at 6:30 PM and sets kicking off at 7:30 PM. Expect a casual evening of rotating local talent in a taproom setting.
Downtown brewery open mic with Tony Willingham hosting, starting with performer sign-ups at 6:30 PM and sets kicking off at 7:30 PM. Expect a casual evening of rotating local talent in a taproom setting.

Five-minute original pieces across storytelling, music, poetry, comedy, literature, and dance fill an intimate parlor on First Sundays, inviting performers and audience to celebrate Asheville's local arts community.

Five-minute original pieces across storytelling, music, poetry, comedy, literature, and dance fill an intimate parlor on First Sundays, inviting performers and audience to celebrate Asheville's local arts community.
Five-minute original pieces across storytelling, music, poetry, comedy, literature, and dance fill an intimate parlor on First Sundays, inviting performers and audience to celebrate Asheville's local arts community.

Late-night spoken-word and poetry readings in an intimate bar setting, with open-mic slots, confessional storytelling, and close-up audience interaction for writers and listeners seeking raw, communal literary vibes.

Late-night spoken-word and poetry readings in an intimate bar setting, with open-mic slots, confessional storytelling, and close-up audience interaction for writers and listeners seeking raw, communal literary vibes.
Late-night spoken-word and poetry readings in an intimate bar setting, with open-mic slots, confessional storytelling, and close-up audience interaction for writers and listeners seeking raw, communal literary vibes.

Cozy neighborhood bar hosts an open mic night for acoustic guitars, storytelling, and spoken word; performers sign up on arrival while a supportive crowd fuels intimate evening showcases of local talent.

Cozy neighborhood bar hosts an open mic night for acoustic guitars, storytelling, and spoken word; performers sign up on arrival while a supportive crowd fuels intimate evening showcases of local talent.
Cozy neighborhood bar hosts an open mic night for acoustic guitars, storytelling, and spoken word; performers sign up on arrival while a supportive crowd fuels intimate evening showcases of local talent.

Emerging singer songwriters and instrumentalists deliver raw original songs, covers, and piano or guitar numbers, sometimes surprising the room; each performer gets 15 minutes or up to three songs in a cozy listening room atmosphere.

Emerging singer songwriters and instrumentalists deliver raw original songs, covers, and piano or guitar numbers, sometimes surprising the room; each performer gets 15 minutes or up to three songs in a cozy listening room atmosphere.
Emerging singer songwriters and instrumentalists deliver raw original songs, covers, and piano or guitar numbers, sometimes surprising the room; each performer gets 15 minutes or up to three songs in a cozy listening room atmosphere.

Late-night karaoke and casual bar hangs in the River Arts District, with plenty of street parking nearby. Grab a mic or just watch, and plan a safe ride home after drinks.

Late-night karaoke and casual bar hangs in the River Arts District, with plenty of street parking nearby. Grab a mic or just watch, and plan a safe ride home after drinks.
Late-night karaoke and casual bar hangs in the River Arts District, with plenty of street parking nearby. Grab a mic or just watch, and plan a safe ride home after drinks.

Casual open mic at a relaxed kava bar for music, poetry, and performance art; signups begin at 7pm and shows start at 8pm, with 15 minute sets or a three song limit per performer.

Casual open mic at a relaxed kava bar for music, poetry, and performance art; signups begin at 7pm and shows start at 8pm, with 15 minute sets or a three song limit per performer.
Casual open mic at a relaxed kava bar for music, poetry, and performance art; signups begin at 7pm and shows start at 8pm, with 15 minute sets or a three song limit per performer.

Laid-back kava bar open mic welcoming poets, storytellers, and musicians; short performance slots and intimate seating foster a cozy evening of community talent and relaxed conversation.

Laid-back kava bar open mic welcoming poets, storytellers, and musicians; short performance slots and intimate seating foster a cozy evening of community talent and relaxed conversation.
Laid-back kava bar open mic welcoming poets, storytellers, and musicians; short performance slots and intimate seating foster a cozy evening of community talent and relaxed conversation.

Late-night hangout at an intimate downtown cocktail bar with a relaxed, after-hours vibe for mingling and unwinding. Best for casual meetups and a low-key night out.

Late-night hangout at an intimate downtown cocktail bar with a relaxed, after-hours vibe for mingling and unwinding. Best for casual meetups and a low-key night out.
Late-night hangout at an intimate downtown cocktail bar with a relaxed, after-hours vibe for mingling and unwinding. Best for casual meetups and a low-key night out.