Poetry by Candlelight

Schedule

Fri Oct 10 2025 at 07:00 pm to 09:30 pm

UTC-05:00

Location

Melange Creperie | Houston, TX

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Get ready for low lights and powerful words, wine and food and good company :)
About this Event

Tickets: $35 and up, sponsorship opportunities available!

Location: Melange Creperie, 711 Heights Blvd, Houston TX 77007

Sunset cocktail hour 7-8 pm, poetry 8-9:30 pm, afterhours social 9:30-10:30 pm

Featured Poets to be announced!

Featuring some of Houston's brightest poets, wine from Padre's Wine Bar and food and drink at Melange Creperie. Hosted by Kristin Mitchener!


Come sip, savor, and be inspired as the soft flicker of candlelight creates an intimate haven for connection and creativity. With each verse spoken, you’ll find yourself drawn deeper into the artistry of language and the warmth of community.

Whether you’re a lifelong poetry enthusiast, someone who seeks out experiences that blend culture with ambiance, or simply in search of a one-of-a-kind night out in Houston, Poetry by Candlelight offers more than entertainment—it’s an awakening of the senses. Expect moments that make you pause, words that linger long after the evening ends, and a feeling of having been part of something rare and beautiful. This is not just a night out; it’s an invitation to slow down, listen deeply, and let the power of art move you.


Photo by Tim Umphreys on Unsplash

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Where is it happening?

Melange Creperie, 711 Heights Blvd #B, Houston, United States

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Tickets

USD 32.78 to USD 500.00

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