Slam Free or Die Presents: Blackberry Peach Selection Slam
Schedule
Thu, 26 Mar, 2026 at 08:00 pm
UTC-04:00Location
Stark Brewing Company | Manchester, NH
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MANCHESTER, NH – On Thursday, March 26, 2026, Slam Free Or Die - Poetry Open Mic & Slam continues its popular open mic poetry series at Stark Brewing Company. This week, there will be an open mic followed by a COMPETITIVE SLAM!! There is a $3-$5 sliding scale cover and this is an all-ages show. (*for more details on Slam Free or Die, scroll to the bottom of this description)
About the Slam:
Blackberry Peach is an annual poetry slam competition which will be held in Kansas in 2026. Competitors are expected from across the country and will be limited to 52 of the top spoken word poets plus 8 invited regional slam winners. The BlackBerry Peach National Poetry Slam is the sole qualifier for the U.S. representative at the World Poetry Slam hosted by WPSO. The BlackBerry Peach National Poetry Slam takes place in collaboration with the National Federation of State Poetry Societies (NFSPS) Annual Convention. It is a major event so Slam Free or Die sends 1 representative - the winner of this qualifying slam - to participate.
The number of rounds will be dependent on the number of competitors. Poets should prepare 3 poems, each under 3 minutes in length.
Accessibility Information:
The entrance to our show is at the back of the building with no stairs to enter the space. There is a ramp through the main bar for access to the ADA compliant bathrooms. For any other accessibility questions message our page or ask a staff member at the show.
About Slam Free Or Die - Poetry Open Mic & Slam:
Slam Free Or Die @ Stark Brewing Company is a series of open mic nights for poets and spoken-word artists every Thursday night in Manchester, NH. There is an open mic every night and poetry slams are also held several times a month. Doors open and sign-ups begin at 7pm with open mic beginning at 8pm. Featured poets and slams follows the open mic. Come and enjoy the delicious food and beverages at Stark Brewing Company! There is a $3-$5 sliding scale cover charge. This is an all-ages show in a private function room. For more information: e-mail [email protected] or call 603-858-3286. Stark Brewing Company is located next to Arms Park at 500 N. Commercial Street in Manchester, NH. There is plenty of free parking at the rear of the building (facing the river) and you can feel free to use the entrance on that side.
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