Story Week 2026 AMPLIFIES
your WHAT'S ON FOR spoken word, poetry slams and storytelling across Australia this October
OPEN MIC POETRY MONDAYS 6-8PM WEEKLY
WHERE: 8:52 Hong Kong Restaurant, 503 King St, Newtown NSW 2042
COST: $10
Sign-up opens: 6 pm (local time)
Session 1 start: 6:20 pm | Session 2: 7 pm | Session 3: 7:30 pm (local times)
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A welcoming and inspiring Poetry Open Mic night in a cozy space in King St Newtown.
Entry is $10 and includes a free drink, a raffle ticket, and access to a free sales table where you can display and sell your work. Sign-up opens at 6:00pm for a 6:20pm start.
*Sessions 1 and 2 offer 2 minutes per poet, and if time allows, Session 3 (‘Read Again’) gives 5 minutes per poet.
* For late-comers, feel free to sign up for Session 2 at 7pm OR Session 3 at 7:30pm
* Please read original poetry created by you.
* Readings in foreign languages are welcome.
*Under-18s are welcome with a parent or guardian.
This is a safe space—respect for staff, MCs, and all poets is essential.
*Food and drinks (full menu) are available, restaurant opens 5-9pm.
Don’t miss your chance to share your words and win a DVD!
Content Warning: Most Poetry Slams and literary events are all ages and some content may not be suitable for children. Performances may include strong language and / or adult themes.
Event times local time.
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Story Week is supported by the NSW Government through Create NSW.
Event image: event organiser’s own imagery.
