Poetry Slam
February 27, 2026
6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
The Art Museum of Eastern Idaho
300 S Capital Ave
Idaho Falls, ID 83402
WHAT IS A POETRY SLAM
A poetry slam is when a group of poets get together to perform their work for each other and an audience. This will be a competition, however, so scores will be given for each performance. Each poem will be judged on a scale of 1 to 10 by a panel of judges selected from the audience. The poem itself, delivery, and overall performance will be taken into account when the score is assigned. Prizes will be awarded to the poets who place 1st, 2nd, and 3rd.
A poetry slam is when a group of poets get together to perform their work for each other and an audience. This will be a competition, however, so scores will be given for each performance. Each poem will be judged on a scale of 1 to 10 by a panel of judges selected from the audience. The poem itself, delivery, and overall performance will be taken into account when the score is assigned. Prizes will be awarded to the poets who place 1st, 2nd, and 3rd.
General Guidelines
- No profanity or explicit sexual language is allowed
- Open to ages 13 years and up
- Please have three poems prepared
- You must email a copy of each poem for approval
Poems and Performance
- Poems do not have to be original, but the poet MUST disclose the original author before they begin
- No props are allowed, including grabbing/motioning at or with accessories or clothing
- Each poem may be used in one round, repeated poems will be subject to negative marks
Contact our Developement Director, Amy Thompson, with any questions by emailing athompson@theartmuseum.org or call 208.524.7777.
