Discover events that involve the entire Aotearoa New Zealand poetry community.
Welcome to our Motif home for events that involve the entire Aotearoa New Zealand poetry community. From bustling urban centres to serene rural landscapes, our events span the length and breadth of the nation, bringing together poets, enthusiasts, and curious newcomers. Whether you’re attending a poetry slam in a city, a quiet reading in a small town, or a workshop in a coastal community, each event is designed to celebrate the diverse voices and rich cultural tapestry of New Zealand.
A showcase event is a dedicated event to showcase a poet, poetry or related art of some form. Keep an eye out for these incredible events to see one-of-a-kind artists present inspired work and show case the best a region or artform has to offer.
SLAM is just one format within the wider scene of poetry and performance poetry. It's a fun way to meet people, share your work, make an event of poetry and fill a room with people who may never go to a traditional 'reading'.
Discover the ways that you can get involved in the poetry community and support our Aotearoa poets.
If you want to speak to the Motif team, ask a question, hire a poet, or start your own poetry journey – then you can fill out the form below and we’ll be in touch!
We love meeting people face to face, so why not come say hi at our next event near you?
