All Women’s Open Mic Night

About: Village Well has partnered with local trauma-healing poet Kate Burns to provide a platform for female poets, musicians, storytellers and comedians. While all are welcome to attend, this is a monthly event that aims to amplify women’s voices only. Acts are limited to 3-5 minutes in length. Note that not all material may be considered “family-friendly” so please use discretion when deciding whether or not to bring children.

When: Third Thursday of the month: 7pm – 10pm
Where: Village Well Books & Coffee
Address: 39900 Culver Blvd., Culver City, CA 90232
Website: Eventbrite

Avenue 50 Studio/La Palabra Poetry

About: La Palabra, a program at Avenue 50 Studio, has been taking place since 2001. They invite the community to come out and read their poetry through an open mic series, followed by a featured poet and, if the poets have a book, an author signing. Hosted by Pam Concepcion.

When: 4th Sunday of the month: 2pm – 4pm
Where: Avenue 50 Studio
Address: 3714 N. Figueroa Street, Highland Park, CA 90065
Website: Facebook

Cobalt Poets – Currently on Zoom

About: The weekly reading series at the Cobalt Cafe in Canoga Park, California, that was hosted from early 1994 through the end of 2014 by Los Angeles poet Rick Lupert. Now back online every week via Zoom!

When: Every Tuesday: 7:30pm
Where: Currently virtual
Address: N/A
Website: Facebook Page

Da Poetry Lounge-Open Mic

About: All you have to do is put your name on the signup list. The first half signup happens outside before doors open (around 8ish). Signing up for first half does not guarantee entry, so stay in line! For the second half signup, line up next to the microphone on stage during the five-minute break in between halves and wait for the list to get to you. Keep in mind that each half has its own signup list. So if you don’t get called during the 1st half, you need to re-signup for the 2nd half. Sorry, you can only perform at one half per night. They usually call up about 12-15 people each half at an Open Mic, depending if they have a special feature or not. Sadly, they cannot guarantee that all who signup will read. So, remember: arrive early. There is a TIME LIMIT. You have 3 minutes at the mic to do your poem. Please be respectful of time as we try to accommodate as many people as possible.

When: Every Tuesday: 9pm – 12pm
Where: Ora Café
Address: 4331 Degnan Blvd Los Angeles, CA 90008
Cost: $10 ($5 for under 12)
Website: Facebook and https://www.dapoetrylounge.com/events/slam-night

Da Poetry Lounge-Slam!

About: A poetry slam is a competition at which poets perform their own original work and are then judged on a numeric scale by judges preselected by the audience. In a standard slam, there are five judges. Before the competition begins, the host will often bring up a sacrificial poet. A sacrificial poet is not competing in the slam, but is scored by the judges in order for them to calibrate their judging. After each competing poet performs, judges award a score to that poem. Scores generally range between zero and ten. The highest and lowest score are dropped, giving each performance a rating between zero and thirty points. A single round at a slam consists of performances by all eligible poets. Most slams last multiple rounds, and many involve the elimination of lower-scoring poets in successive rounds. A standard elimination rubric might run 8-4-2, with eight poets in the first round, four in the second, and two in the last. Some slams do not eliminate poets at all. Additionally, most slams enforce a time limit of three minutes (and a grace period of ten seconds), after which a poet’s score will be docked according to how long the poem exceeded the time limit.

When: Every 3rd Tuesday: 9pm – 11pm
Where: Ora Café
Address: 4331 Degnan Blvd Los Angeles, CA 90008
Cost (Donation): $10
Website: https://www.dapoetrylounge.com/events/slam-night

The Definitive Soapbox

About: The Definitive Soapbox is a FREE Open Mic in Long Beach, CA every last Friday of the month. They’ve created community and engaged hope around poetry in Long Beach for more than a decade. Come out to create community and maintain this community and celebrate expression and the written word.

When: Last Friday of the month: 7pm – 9pm
Where: Wrigley Coffee
Address: 437 W. Willow St., Long Beach, California 90806
Website: Instagram

Downbeat 720-High School Performers

About: Downbeat 720 is LA’s premier open-mic for high school performers for over twenty one years. They’ve created a very safe space where students from all different backgrounds can develop their skills as artists. They offer advice and direction with each individual. In addition, a special guest (a professional artist) is invited to perform for the students. Includes: Poets, singers, musicians, dancers, bands, etc.

When: 2nd and 4th Tuesdays: 7:20pm
Where: Virginia Avenue Park Teen Center
Address: 2101 Pico Blvd., Santa Monica, CA 90404
Website: Instagram

East Los Soul Poetry Nights – On Hiatus

About: A weekly open mic in East Los Angeles. Every second Wednesday they host a poetry contest where the winner gets $200. Attendees vote via anonymous ballot. Winner must be present or the prize will go to the runner up. 3 minutes time limit.

Every fourth Wednesday there is an art contest where the winner receives $200. Attendees will vote via anonymous ballot. Winner must be present or the prize is given to the runner up. Artists must reserve at least one day in advance. Artist responsible for own display. Table and chair provided. The winner is announced at 9:30pm. Three pieces max.

When: Every Wednesday: 8pm – 9:45pm
Where: East Los Angeles Rising Youth Club
Address: 324 N. McDonnell Ave., 90022
Cost: $2
Website: Instagram

Expressions L.A. – Hybrid

About: Expressions is a twice monthly open mic located in Studio City, hosted by poet James Evert Jones. It’s been going strong for 20+ years. Past features include: Dig Wayne, Mike Sonksen, Former Orange County Poet Laureate Natalie Graham and Alexis Rhone Fancher.

When: 1st and 3rd Saturdays: 3pm – 5pm
Where: Studio City Branch LAPL
Address: 12511 Moorpark St., Studio City, CA 91604
Website: https://www.lapl.org/branches/studio-city

Fresh Fridays

About: A monthly open mic brought to you by the LA Poet Society in partnership with Señor Fish Eagle Rock. Hosted by J. Saravia.

When: First Friday of the month: 7pm
Where: Señor Fish
Address: 4803 Eagle Rock Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90041
Website: Instagram

Haiku Workshop – Currently on Zoom

About: Founded in 1997 by Jerry Ball & moderated by Deborah P. Kolodji. Monthly haiku study group workshop. Open to all people interested in learning more about haiku.

When: Every third Saturday of the month: 2pm – 4pm
Where: Zoom
Address: N/A
Website: Facebook

Keepers of Culture – Hybrid

About: Keepers of Culture is a monthly open mic at the Northridge Branch Library in the San Fernando Valley. It’s a hybrid event hosted and produced by James Evert Jones, Elizabeth Iannaci, Tresa Mai Chuc and Bryn Wickerd.

When: Every fourth Saturday of the month: 3pm – 5pm
Where: Northridge Branch Library
Address: 9051 Darby Ave., Northridge, CA 91325
Website: https://www.lapl.org/branches/northridge

LibroMobile Quarterly Open Mic

About: A quarterly open mic hosted by local poet Reggie Peralta. They prioritize BIPOC voices as well as honoring a safe space for all. Plus, they’re a community in various stages of their writing & performing experience. They aspire to cultivate a space of empowerment, not a critical feedback or workshop circle.

When: Quarterly on a first Saturday: 6pm – 8pm
Where: LibroMobile
Address: 1150 S. Bristol St., #A3, Santa Ana, CA 92704
Website: https://www.libromobile.com/events

Lyrical Flames

About: A monthly open mic that welcomes poets, musicians and comedians. Hosted by poet and publisher Linda Parent Harris.

When: Every third Friday: 6pm
Where: Spring Street Park
Address: 1245 N Spring St, Los Angeles, CA 90012
Website: Facebook

Muse of Fire

About: As host Philosophy says about Muse of Fire, “Hot of the grill like a warm pastrami Sandwiches from Louis Burgers (if you know-you know). [C]ome kick-it-like-Kick Fu…for the Muse of Fire Open [Mic]. I’m giving away free hugs and high fives! See you there.”

When: Last Tuesday of the month: 7pm – 9pm
Where: The Wicked Wolf of Long Beach
Address: 2332 Pacific Ave., Long Beach, CA 90806
Website: Instagram

The Nervous Ghost Press Open Mic

About: The Open Mic is a way to illustrate their mission in action. Nervous Ghost Press wants the world to come together and experience the power and beauty of the arts regardless of anyone’s beliefs, origins, or identities. “Art is what binds us, heals us, and saves us.”

When: Last Friday of the month: 6:30pm
Where: YouTube
Address: N/A
Website: http://www.nervousghostpress.org and Facebook

No Pulp Open Mic

About: Come one, come all. Poetry night! Come through and share your poetry and/or listen. Brought to you by No Pulp Media, hosts of the No Pulp Poetry Club. For each edition of this Long Beach open mic, there is a new host.

When: Every Second and Fourth Monday of the month: doors open: 7:15pm doors open; open mic: 8:30pm
Where: The Juicebox
Address: 237 Long Beach Blvd., Long Beach, CA 90802
Website: Instagram

Obsidian Tongues

About: Obsidian Tongues, hosted by the former Poet Laureate of Pomona Ceasar K. Avelar, is an open mic where everyone is welcome and everyone’s voice is a part of the community. He encourages everyone to, “bring your poems, your stories, music, opinions, and especially yourselves. Our voice is power, but only together we are heard!”

When: Second Saturday of the month: 7:30pm – 9:00pm
Where: Café Con Libros
Address: 280 W. Second St., Pomona, California 91766
Website: https://www.facebook.com/cafeconlibrospress/

OPEN MIC NIGHT

About: A monthly open mic at Tía Chucha’s Centro Cultural in the San Fernando Valley. Their open mic is open to all languages, art forms, and expressions. Come sing a song, read a poem, make us laugh, or dance away.

When: First Friday of the month: 7pm – 9pm
Where: Tía Chucha’s Centro Cultural
Address: 12677 Glenoaks Blvd., Sylmar, CA 91342
Website: Instagram

Open Mic Night at Central Library

About: Poets, singers, songwriters, storytellers, musicians, writers, comedians, and spectators of all ages are welcome to perform and listen! Sign-ups begin at 4:45 pm, and a sign-up sheet will be provided at the event for performers to register to participate. Based on the number of participants, performers will be allotted approximately 4-7 minutes for their performance.

When: First Thursday of the month: 5pm – 6:30pm
Where: Anaheim Central Library
Address: 500 W Broadway, Anaheim, CA 92805
Website: https://www.anaheim.net/calendar

Open Mic Night at The Den

About: Every Friday night is open night. A night of local talent, food, coffee and cocktails at The Den Cafe. A stage that’s been home for OC’s artists since 1999.

When: Every Friday of the month: 5:30pm sign-ups, 6pm
Where: The Den Cafe
Address: 125 N. Broadway, Santa Ana CA 92701
Website: Instagram

Open Mic Poetry

About: Share your original poems, lyrics, spoken word, or just enjoy listening. Each poet will have five minutes to read an original work. If you’d like to read, please sign up when you arrive.

When: Fourth Saturday of the month: 1pm
Where: Eagle Rock Branch Library
Address: 5027 Caspar Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90041
Website: https://www.lapl.org/branches/eagle-rock

Pages on Stages – Hybrid

About: Pages on Stages is the monthly open mic at the Sims Library of Poetry. It’s a hybrid event. No one will be turned away for lack of funds.

When: Every 3rd Saturday of the month: 6pm – 8pm
Where: Sims Library of Poetry
Address: 2702 W. Florence Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90043
Cost: $6 presale; $6 virtual; $10 at the door
Website: https://www.simslibraryofpoetry.org/events

The People’s Mic

About: Their mic confronts oppression and its perpetrators; uplifts resistance; shares the vision and active construction of a just world, unapologetically. Each moth the open mic is hosted at a different venue around Los Ángeles. Refreshment provided. The People’s Mic is hosted by W. Yusef Doucet, Tasha Thomas and Tichina.

When: Last Saturday of the month: 5pm
Where: Different location each month
Address: N/A
Suggested Donation: $5, no one turned away
Website: Instagram

PoeTik LA

About: The Open Mic PoeTik LA debuted in 2022, Co-Founded by Austin Alexander. The open mic’s aesthetic is spoken word, but any type of poet can grace their mic. The number of poets are limited for each event so each poet has enough time to perform. To perform, email PoeTik LA at: poetiklosangeles@gmail.com

When: Every 2nd Sunday of the month: 8pm
Where: Silverlake Community Church
Address: 2930 Hyperion Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90039
Website: Instagram

Poetry at DiPiazza’s

About: A monthly Long Beach open mic. Come early to sign up (and to order drinks and food)! Hosted by Tamara Madison.

When: Every third Thursday: 6:30pm
Where: DiPiazza’s
Address: 5205 E Pacific Coast Highway, Long Beach, CA 90815
Website: Facebook

Poetry Night

About: A weekly open mic in Downtown Los Ángeles hosted by poet Lida Parent Harris.

When: Every Monday: 7pm
Where: The Platform
Address: 1056 S. Main St., Los Angeles, CA 90015
Website: https://www.facebook.com/lida.p.harris

Poetry Night at Library Cofee House

About: Join the Library Coffee House on the second Tuesday of every month for Poetry Night at The Library. 3 – 5 poems or prose per performer.

When: Every second Tuesday: Sign-ups 6:45pm; open mic 7pm
Where: Library Coffee House
Address: 3418 E. Broadway, Long Beach, CA 90803
Website: Instagram

Poetry Open Mic – Currently on Zoom

About: An evening to have your voice heard. Come share your masterpiece! Everyone welcome. Experience diverse voices. To receive a Zoom invitation, please contact wwood@lapl.org.

When: Every second Tuesday: 6pm
Where: Westwood Branch Library
Address: 1246 Glendon Ave., Westwood, CA 90024
Website: http://www.lapl.org/whats-on/events/poetry-open-mic-1

The Prototype Show & Open Mic

About: Merging communities through experimental interdisciplinary artmaking and performance with poetry. Hosted by The Poesers.

When: One Sunday Monthly: Doors open 7:00pm, open mic 7:30pm
Where: The Glendale Room
Address: 127 N. Artsakh Ave., Glendale, CA 91206
Cost: $10 general admission, $5 to perform in and watch open mic show
Website: Instagram

P-Valley (Poetry in the Valley)

About: P-Valley is a celebration of poetry and spoken word that takes place every second and fourth Sunday of the month in Noho hosted by Karima J. “K2” Sphere. This event is free (2 Item Minimum) and open to all who are interested in experiencing the power of language and creative expression. Plus, southern food and drink is available to purchase there as well.

P-Valley is a warm and inviting space to read poetry whether one is a seasoned poet or just starting out. They aim to be welcoming and supportive to encourage artistic growth and exploration.

When: Every Second and Fourth Friday: 7pm – 10pm
Where: Blaqhaus
Address: 11671 Victory Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 91606
Website: Instagram

PondWater

About: PondWater Society hosts a monthly event featuring poetry, music, prose, visual art, comedy, theater, or any other fantastic form of communication we can find. There will be brilliant poets There is always lots of food and wine and we have dinner after the event for anyone who would like to stay. The host is Joanne Qualey Baines.

When: First Saturday of the month: 5pm – 8pm
Where: Pondwater
Address: 16504 E Masline St., Covina, California 91772
NOTE: Free, but there is a tip jar to help defray the costs.
Website: https://www.facebook.com/joanne.qualey.baines

QT Open Mic

About: Café con Libros Press’s LGBTQIA open mic. As they describe it: “Celebrating the family we create through music, poetry, and community.”

When: Every Fourth Friday: 6:30pm – 8pm
Where: Café con Libre Press
Address: 280 W. 2^nd St., Pomona, CA 91766
Website: Facebook

Rapp Saloon First Fridays – Hybrid

About: Since 2000 a Santa Monica open mic presenting three featured speakers and a night of Poetry, Prose, Music, Theater, Dance, and Comedy, in the oldest historical building in Santa Monica–the Rapp Saloon. Hosted by Cynthia Alessandra Briano.

When: First Friday of the month: 8:30pm
Where: HIUSA
Address: 1436 2nd Street, Santa Monica, CA 90401
Website: Facebook

Readings at Sunset: A Queer Poetry Night

About: An evening of live poetry from queer + trans poets. A monthly poetry night which has a different theme. Presented by Cuties Los Angeles. Join them for a lovely evening showcasing 20+ local poets in the LGBTQIA+ community at The Plant Chica. Hosted by Adrianne D Embry

When: First Sunday of the Month: Doors open at 5pm, open mic 6pm
Where: The Plant Chica
Address: 4311 Degnan Blvd., Lemert Park, CA 90008
Website: Instagram

RECESS MIC

About: A Filipino open mic founded by Arianna “Lady” Basco.

When: Every Wednesday: Doors open 7:30pm, open mic 8pm
Where: DM for address
Address: DM for address
Cost: $10 cover
Website: https://www.instagram.com/palmsupacademy/

Rupo Open Mic

About: An open mic in Downtown Riverside at Back to the Grind, a Gourmet Coffee and Teas shop. Founded in 1996, it provides a space for music, dance, local art and special events. Hosted by Chi, a KUCR DJ.

When: Every Monday: Sign-ups: 6:30pm in person only, 7:00pm – 9:00pm
Address: 3575 University Ave., Riverside, CA 92501
Cost: $4 cash cover
Website: https://www.facebook.com/backtothegrind

Saturday Afternoon Poetry’s Monthly Open Mic – Currently on Zoom

About: Since 1996, Saturday Afternoon Poetry has hosted poetry events every Saturday between 3pm and 5pm in Pasadena. Held on Zoom unless otherwise noted.

When: Third Saturday of the month: 3pm – 5pm
Where: Zoom
Address: Zoom Link: us02web.zoom.us
Website: https://saturdayafternoonpoetry.blogspot.com/

Second Sunday Poetry Series

About: Since 2009, this open mic poetry show, hosted by Alex M. Frankel, happens on the second Sunday of every month. Great poets perform their work, sell and sign books, plus mingle with audience members and open mic participants.

When: Second Sunday of the month: 5pm
Where: Studio Theatre at St. Denis Building
Address: 3433 Cahuenga Blvd West, Los Angeles 90068
Website: https://www.secondsundaypoetry.com/index.html

Silk & Sugar Co.

About: Founded in 2024 by Samantha Sao and Celinda Cruz-Arce, first-generation entrepreneurs, Silk & Sugar creates space that brings creatives and non creatives together through poetry open mics, art showcases, community relief efforts and more. Their goal is simple: to support artists, nurture meaningful connections, and cultivate experiences that inspire and uplift the community..

When: Various times throughout the year
Where: Various locations in the L.Á. area.
Address: N/A
Website: https://samanthasao.com/s%26s-co

Slow Lightning Lit: Wide Open Global Online Poetry

About: Slow Lightning Lit delights in bringing poets together from across the globe. It’s a reading and open mic open to all. Hosted by L.Á. poet Peggy Dobreer.

When: Usually the Second Sunday of the month
Where: Online
Address: Email adhocink@yahoo.com to RSVP to receive link to join
Website: Facebook

Soapbox Sessions

About: Soapbox Nation’s adventure began in 2006 when founder, Jason Brain, started an open mic at the Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf in Encino, CA. This event for musicians, poets, spoken word artists and comedians began slowly building a word-of-mouth following and really hit its stride in 2008. Soapbox moved to Maui Sugar Mill before moving to its new location in Costa Mesa. Hosted by Jerome Anderson.

When: Every Wednesday: 7pm
Where:  Durty Nelly’s Pub
Address: 2915 Red Hill Ave Ste G101, Costa Mesa, CA 92626
Website: Facebook Page

Story Salon

About: Story Salon is Los Angeles’s longest running storytelling venue. What began as an alternative to stand-up clubs and self-conscious performance spaces has been challenging performers and audiences for two decades. Created in a North Hollywood coffee house Story Salon now reaches the globe through Podcasting, publishing, and recordings.

The rules of the Story Salon haven’t changed since it started: Five to seven minutes of original material performed by the author.

When: Every Wednesday: 7:30pm – 9pm
Where: The Art Parlor
Address: 5302 Laurel Canyon Blvd., Valley Village, CA 91607
Cost: $10
Website: https://storysalon.com/ and Facebook

Sunday Jump

About: Sunday Jump is a Filipino-founded community open mic. L.Á. poet/journalist/teacher Mike Sonksen calls it “An important platform for young Asian American poets in the city.” It was founded by Eddy M. Gana, Jr., Stephanie Sajor, and Janice Sapigao. It facilitates a safe space for marginalized voices to share stories and create genuine connections through the arts. This organization’s leaders are award-winning poets and community activists who have shared their work across the nation. Open mic-ers have 4 minutes MAX.

When: First Sunday of the Month, May – November: 5pm – 7pm
Where: Pilipino Workers Center
Address: 153 Glendale Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90026
Website: Facebook Page

The Sunless Sea: Spoken Word and Poetry Show

About: The Sunless Sea is an open mic event performed at Unurban Coffee House in Santa Monica, California. Poetry is preferred, but comedy and music with minimal tech requirements are welcome, together with all genres. Hosted by DeForeest Wright.

When: Every Tuesday: 7:30pm
Where: Unurban Coffee House
Address: 3301 Pico Blvd., Santa Monica, CA 90405
Website: Facebook

SWAAM Open Mic

About: Where a plethora of Artistic, Eclectic, and Creative individuals Present Positive Pieces of Profound work. Come Experience the Passion of these Poets.

When: Every First and Third Fridays: 8pm – 11am
Where: Park Hills Community Center
Address: 5245 Overdale Drive, Los Angeles, CA 90043
Cost: $15
Website: Facebook Page

Tonalli Thursdays – Virtual

About: An open mic originally located in East L.A., but is now virtual and is hosted by the L.A. Poet Society. This open mic is open to all creatives/genres, languages, and gives a little more back in return! Tune in to listen or read from wherever you are!

When: First Thursday of the month: 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Where: Zoom
Address: N/A
Website: Facebook and Instagram

Trenches Full of Poets

About: For its first year, Trenches Full of Poets was a monthly reading series featuring a diverse lineup of, mostly, four local SoCal poets. Beginning in year two, hosts and poets Nikolai Garcia and Mauricio Moreno, turned it into an open mic. The audience can still attend to hear a diverse group of local authors read each month at Page Against the Machine.

Where: Page Against the Machine
Time: Second Thursday of the month: 7pm
Address: 2714 E. 4th Street, Long Beach, CA 90814
Cost: Free
Website: https://www.facebook.com/patmbooks/events

Tuesday Night Café – Hybrid

About: This popular Little Tokyo open mic has garnered a number of awards over the years. Founded originally by poet and performance artist Traci Kato-Kiriyama, this space has been an epicenter for Asian-American poets dating back to the last millennium. The event maintains a passionate, positive space with a focus on bridging art and community through new original work from Asian American/Pacific Islander communities and the greater Los Angeles area. Poet Mike Sonksen says of the open mic, “[Los Angeles City Hall’s] silhouette looming overhead adds even more atmosphere to the dynamic reading.”

When: 1st and 3rd Tuesdays from April to November: 7:30pm – 10pm
Where: Aratani Courtyard at Union Center for the Arts
Address: 210 Judge John Aiso St., Little Tokyo, L.A., CA 90012
Website: http://www.tuesdaynightproject.org/

Two Idiots Peddling Poetry

About: A weekly open mic located in historic downtown Orange, CA that’s been going strong for 20+ years. Usually features one poet per week. Hosted by Ben Trigg and Ellen Webre.

When: Every Wednesday: 8pm
Where: The Ugly Mug
Address: 261 N. Glassell St, Orange, CA, United States, CA 92866
Cost: $4 cover fee, cash
Website: Instagram and Facebook

Under Mic Influence

About: In the tradition of Funkmosphere, Monday Night Delight, Melodic Mondays, Project Blowed, Griot Cafe, and Lady Basco’s Speakeasy, they are here to light things right back up and take the poet & the MC to new heights. Hosted by Kuahmel.

When: Every First & Third Monday: 7:30pm – 10pm
Where: Long Beach Unified Bar & Lounge
Address: 2222 E. Anaheim St., Long Beach, CA 90804
Website: https://www.eventbrite.com/d/ca–los-angeles/mic-influence/

Velvet Guerilla Cabaret – Currently on Zoom

About: If it’s the second Thursday of the month…You’re a poet, inspiring poet, entertainer, lover…Of all things…Join Velvet Guerrilla Open Mic Poetry night, one of the longest running poetry and performance open mics in the Los Angeles area. They advise everyone to leave their ego at the door, praise all newcomers & continue to support their loyal performers.

When: 2nd Thursday of the month: 8pm
Where: Zoom
Address: N/A
NOTE: Email velvetguerilla@gmail.com for Zoom link
Website: Facebook Page

Village Well Open Mic Night

About: Calling all musicians, poets, authors, and comedians. This all-inclusive event will create space for local artists of any medium to share their talents with the community. Come hang out, as an audience member, or a performer, and meet some talented locals!

Sign ups for performers are at the door, day of, 30 minutes prior to the event. Sets are limited to 5-10 minutes. All performances must be family friendly.

They will provide two microphones and two mic stands. Please bring any other equipment you will need.

When: 2nd Friday of the month: 7pm – 9pm
Where: Village Well Books Coffee
Address: 9900 Culver Blvd. #1B, Culver City, CA
Website: https://shop.villagewell.com/events

Whiskey & Words

About: Whiskey & Words is an open mic in Pomona featuring poetry, comedy and live music, hosted by former Pomona Poet Laureate David ‘Judah 1’ Oliver and Treesjé. It’s presented by Lionlike Mindstate and Whiskey & Words is their Premiere Artist Showcase.

When: The last Tuesday of the month: 8pm – 11pm
Where: Fuego Cocina & Cantina
Address: 205 E. Second St., Pomona, CA 91766
Cost: $15
Website: https://www.instagram.com/lionlikeartcommunity/

Words…(A Literary Reading & Open Mic)

About: Come hear LA’s finest writers share their words. Fiction, Nonfiction, Memoir, Poetry. featured Spot + 10 Open Mic Spots (6 mins). Hosted by Erica Blumfield.

When: Every second Saturday of the Month: 3:30pm – 5pm
Where: The Glendale Room
Address: 127 Artsakh, Glendale, CA 91206
Website: https://www.eventbrite.com