Austin Poetry Slam Presents: The Femme Fatale Slam

Curated by Rachel Z.

Dangerous, dazzling, and divine. Join us at the Barrel O’ Fun for a night that centers the voices of the fierce and the feminine. Hosted by Rachel Z., the Femme Fatale Slam is a celebration of the power, complexity, and storytelling of femme-identifying poets.

This isn't just a slam—it's an takeover. Come witness the Austin poetry scene's most lethal lyricists as they take the mic and leave it all on the stage.

In the spirit of the evening, all performing poets for this event must be femme or femme-identifying. We are here to amplify the voices that define the divine feminine in all its forms.

• When: Wednesday, February 18, 2026
• Where: Barrel O’ Fun (Alamo Drafthouse Mueller) | 1911 Aldrich St. Austin, TX 78723
• Doors: 7:00 PM
• Showtime: Approximately 8:00 PM. We use a "poetic clock," which means time is a fluid, abstract entity and we’ll start once the energy is just right (but aim for 8:00).

Don't let a parking ticket be your villain origin story. Parking is validated! Be sure to scan the QR code at the door as soon as you enter.

Note: This is a space for empowerment, sharp tongues, and even sharper metaphors.

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