Thursday 27 August 2026
6.30-8pm
Event Code: SL32
Tickets from $25 through Red Room Poetry.
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Join us for poetry’s night of nights!
The National Poetry Month Gala returns to the State Library of NSW, featuring some of Australia’s finest contemporary poets, wordsmiths and spoken word artists performing their work. The night also includes special guests reading their favourite poems and a dazzling musical performance. Hosted by much-loved presenter and journalist Jan Fran. The full line-up will be revealed on 30 June when the whole Poetry Month program is announced.
Post-show, keep the party going with a pop-up bookshop for book signings, a bar and a live DJ in the Glasshouse foyer.