International Poetry Fest: A night of multicultural celebration
Philly hosts the XI International Poetry Festival April 23, featuring poets from across the Americas with simultaneous translation and community broadcasting.
Poets from across the Americas will converge in Philly this spring for a meaningful celebration of language and creativity. The XI International Poetry Festival, scheduled for April 23, 2025, promises to transform PhillyCAM into a vibrant hub of literary expression and cross-cultural dialogue.
Poetry festival bridges cultures in Philadelphia
As part of the larger XIX Palabra en el Mundo International Poetry Festival, this Philadelphia event will feature an evening titled “A Voice for Peace, Concord, and Harmony.” The festival represents a significant milestone for the city’s cultural scene, bringing together ten accomplished poets from Latin America and the United States. This festival also coincides with international celebrations of Spanish Language Day.
For the first time in the festival’s history, organizers will provide simultaneous English translation and live broadcasting through PhillyCAM’s community channel and digital platforms, making the event more accessible than ever to diverse audiences.
Nurturing new voices through virtual workshops
Aspiring poets can participate in the fifth annual Virtual Poetry Workshop on April 9, 2025. This free workshop provides a unique opportunity for emerging writers to learn from established Latin American poets and potentially showcase their work during the festival’s open mic session.
Event information and accessibility
The festival will take place at PhillyCAM, located at 699 Ranstead Street, #1, beginning at 6:00 p.m. The free event is made possible through collaboration between The Free Library of Philadelphia, Acción Colombia, and Temple University’s Department of Spanish and Portuguese, with support from Latino Poetry and the Independence Public Media Foundation.
Beyond poetry readings, attendees can expect live music and an engaging open mic session, all within an atmosphere celebrating Latin American culture and artistic expression. The event welcomes everyone interested in experiencing the power of poetry to build bridges between communities and cultures.
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