LitPDX seeks to amplify marginalized voices, and welcomes all, their ideas, their events, and their words.

For details regarding specific events please contact the organizers or venues. If you are an organizer or venue and would like to reach out to us please feel free to contact us or submit an event using our submission form. We’d love to hear from you!

Portland Poetry Slam 2019 Grand Slam

The First Congregational United Church of Christ 1126 SW Park Ave, Portland, OR, United States

Come watch eight of Portland’s best poets compete to determine the 2019 Portland Poetry Slam team! This event is five months in the making! Poets have been competing since November to earn spots in this final competition. Doors at 6PM, show at 7PM There will be a featured performance from nationally renowned poet Desiree Dallagiacomo! Don’t miss out Tickets are available right now! $10 advance $12 at the door

$10 – $12

Creatives and Cocktails: Poetry and Prose edition

Santé Bar 411 NW Park Ave, Portland, OR, United States

Hey Fam! Ever find yourself writing something that makes you think, “Damn, I wish I could read this in the Park Blocks”? Well, sigh no more! Stay Litt is hosting a poetry and prose night where you can share your best rhymes and stories. This is a free event held at Santé Bar, and the performers must sign up in advance. We’ll be prioritizing the voices of historically marginalized populations. If you’re interested in performing, email us at staylittpdx@gmail.com or you can pm us. Looking forward to seeing ya’ll!

Free

Bigfoot Regional Slam Finals

The First Congregational United Church of Christ 1126 SW Park Ave, Portland, OR, United States

The Bigfoot Regional Poetry Slam is bringing you the top four Poetry Slam teams for the Pacific Northwest and beyond to battle it out on finals stage! Each team will earn a spot through preliminary competitions during the previous day. This event is all ages. There will be food and drinks for purchase, and there will be alcohol for donation. Tickets are available right now! Click on the ticket link to purchase them! https://www.tickettailor.com/events/bigfootregionalpoetryslam/271357 $15 in advance $20 at the door $2 discount for seniors and students! This is an accessible-friendly venue. There are elevators, accessible seating, and gender neutral bathrooms. Don't miss out on the only chance you'll ever get to see the first ever Bigfoot Regional Poetry Slam champion crowned!

$15 – $20

Creatives and Cocktails: Music and Lyrics

Santé Bar 411 NW Park Ave, Portland, OR, United States

Hey Fam! Our next episode of the Creatives and Cocktails series will be on the 9th of August (if we need to change it we'll let ya know). This time we'll be listening to people's tunes -- whether it's covers or originals. I'll try to have an amp and mic. This is a free event held at Santé Bar, and we’ll be prioritizing the voices of historically marginalized populations. If you’re interested in performing, email us at staylittpdx@gmail.com or you can pm us. Looking forward to seeing ya’ll!

Free

Choreography of Violence: Writing Horror and Social Satire

The First Congregational United Church of Christ 1126 SW Park Ave, Portland, OR, United States

Join Willamette Writers in Portland this October 1st for a lecture and discussion on the topic of writing horror and social satire with filmmaker and writer, John Skipp. The UCC Portland doors open at 6:30PM for cookies and conversation. The horror starts at 7PM. John is a Saturn Award-winning filmmaker (TALES OF HALLOWEEN), Stoker Award-winning anthologist (DEMONS, MONDO ZOMBIE), and New York Times bestselling author (THE LIGHT AT THE END, THE SCREAM) whose books have sold millions of copies in a dozen languages worldwide. His first anthology, BOOK OF THE DEAD, laid the foundation in 1989 for modern zombie literature. He's also editor-in-chief of Fungasm Press, championing genre-melting authors like Laura Lee Bahr, Autumn Christian, Danger Slater, Cody Goodfellow, and Jennifer Robin. From splatterpunk founding…

Free – $5

Portland Book Festival

Portland Art Museum 1219 SW Park Ave, Portland, OR, United States

The largest book festival in the Pacific Northwest returns Saturday, November 9, 2019 to the Portland Art Museum and neighboring venues. When:November 9 Cost:$15 Join Literary Arts for the annual Portland Book Festival, presented by Bank of America, returning on November 9, 2019. This one-day event features local and national authors presenting onstage events, pop-up readings, and workshops. Enjoy activities for readers of all ages, an extensive book fair, local food trucks, entry to the Portland Art Museum, and more. Gather with your community and celebrate our shared passion for books. Purchase your advance pass now. Adult passes are $15 in advance, $20 at the door. Paid admissions includes a $5 book voucher redeemable at the book fair. Admission is free to youth ages 17 and younger and students…

$15 – $20

Book and Bake Sale!

The First Congregational United Church of Christ 1126 SW Park Ave, Portland, OR, United States

Network with authors and get your books signed as you enjoy a sweet treat during our holiday gathering. Cookies, cupcakes, pies, and cakes are encouraged. All proceeds from the bake sale support our chapter programming. No admission fee! This event is family-friendly and everyone is welcome to attend and purchase treats and books! Bake Sale will begin at 7pm sharp and the Book Sale will begin at 7:30pm. Both will be open to all until 8pm! 📚🥧🧁🍪🍩📚 Coffee (reg and decaf) and tea will also be provided for all. Please consider bringing a mug or travel mug to reduce the use of paper cups and garbage. 💗🌎 If you are a published Willamette Writers member author and would like to sign up to participate, please…

Free