Open Mic: The Poetry Lounge Artist Giveaway
Schedule
Fri Feb 20 2026 at 06:30 pm to 09:30 pm
UTC-08:00Location
Parliament Event Venue | Oakland, CA
About this Event
$500 GIVEAWAY
WIN up to $500 for 1st, 2nd, or 3rd place in 1 of 3 categories.
ONE First place winner in each category!
The Voted Best Poet
The Voted Best Rapper
The Voted Best Singer
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Preview a video sneak peak on IG @HighSocietyEventsAndPlanning
WHAT TO EXPECT:
β’Networking
β’Live dope performances
β’Showcase of talent opportunity
β’ Adult Beverages & gourmet food
β’ Dope interactive audience
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ABOUT US
The Poetry Lounge is a curated event with a mix of Featured Artists, Open Mic sign up guests, and Dope people like you! We encourage all creatives from different disciplines to Speak your truth.
All creatives are welcomed.singer raper poet musician etc
Register soon because seating is limited. First come, first served.
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PHOTOS AND VIDEO
This event will be used as promotion of our next poetry and open mic night so photos and videos will be taken. If you'd like for your photo not to be taken please contact us after ticket purchse via email or **text.
COVID-19 AND OMICRON
High Society Events and Planning in collaboration with Parliament will ensure the latest of CDC guidelines are in place. Masks are recommended to enter the establishment. High Society Events and Planning in collaboration with Parliament and all employed staff is not responsible for illness due to attendance of this event. By purchasing the ticket you accept and am aware of all risk and liability associated with being in an event space.
β’21+ Event bring ID
β’ Adults only. Not Family friendly.
β’We welcome all. Venue is not wheelchair accessible. β’ No Refunds - Low lighting with red and green LED lights.
Agenda
The Poetry Lounge: Doors Open
Info: Once the doors Open so does the Open Mic sign up list. It'll be found at the bar near the water container.
Vibe Check
Info: Think of pass the aux with crowd participation and the dj spinning the classics that make us all sing along. submit music via IG
Showtime
Info: The first performer takes the stage followed by the Open Mic guests and featured artists.
Network & Connect
Info: Have another drink as you meet the artists whom performed, meet the person seated across from you whom you've been vibing with all night, or simply remain to yourself. Whichever choice you make thank you for coming.
Where is it happening?
Parliament Event Venue, 811 Washington Street, Oakland, United StatesEvent Location & Nearby Stays:
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