August is Poetry Month - a national celebration of Australian poetry
Launched in 2021 by Red Room Poetry, Poetry Month (1-31 August) aims to increase access, awareness and visibility of poetry in all its forms and for all audiences
This year sees the return of the National Poetry Month Gala amongst a raft of exciting new commissions, fresh ambassadors, state and territory showcases. There's also a range of accessible online events and live streams, workshops by international and Australian guest poets, writing prompts via our daily #30in30 comp, and our community calendar.
Stay tuned for our full program launch on 1 July. Hit subscribe to our newsletter and YouTube, and follow us on Instagram and Facebook to be part of the part of the action!
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Hatred of Poetry
Thursday 14th August 2025
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Beyond the Lines - Byron Showcase
Saturday 09th August 2025
Submit your event to the Poetry Month Calendar
In recognition of the incredible range of poetic voices, communities, and curators across the continent, the Poetry Month Calendar warmly invites Australian arts organisations and community groups to share your August poetry events for possible inclusion.
Whether it’s a local open mic, a poetry picnic, or a First Nations storytelling event, we want to help celebrate and amplify the poetry already taking place in your community.
Submit your event by 5pm AEST, Tuesday 24 June 2025 to be considered for one of eight micro-grants.
Get in touch
Poetry Month is constantly evolving. If you’d like to contact us in regards to possible partnerships or sponsorship – or how your organisation can be involved, please email us at poetrymonth@redroompoetry.org
Partners and Supporters
Poetry Month is made possible with the support of Mr Bret Walker AO SC, and our generous partners.
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Create NSW
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Oranges and Sardines
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Cultural Fund
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City of Sydney
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ABC
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Pantera Press
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City of Fremantle
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MONA
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State Library of NSW
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BWF (b&w)
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Red Dirt Festival
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CRN
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TSR