National Poetry Month Slam Hosted by: KaNikki Jakarta
Date and Time
Apr 12, 2025 7:00 pm
Location
Anacostia
2004 Martin Luther King Jr Ave SE, Washington, District of Columbia, 20020
Apr 12, 2025 7:00 pm
Anacostia
National Poetry Month Slam
Hosted by: KaNikki Jakarta
Saturday, April 12, 2025 | 7:00 PM
Tickets: $5.00
1st Place Winner Takes ALL – $100 CASH PRIZE
Celebrate National Poetry Month with a night of high-impact poetry and powerful voices! Join us for a special slam hosted by award-winning poet and powerhouse performer KaNikki Jakarta.
This isn’t just another open mic—it’s a battle of bars, metaphors, and emotion. A showcase of raw talent, lyrical finesse, and the undeniable magic of spoken word.
🎤 What to Expect:
Two rounds. One mic. A room full of energy.
Poets will go head-to-head in front of a live audience and a panel of randomly selected judges. After the second round, one poet will walk away with the $100 cash prize and eternal bragging rights.
📝 Slam Rules:
🎟️ Tickets:
🔥 Whether you're a poet ready to drop bars or a fan of the artform looking for a thrilling night of verse, this event is for YOU. Come celebrate poetry in its fiercest, freest form.
About the Host:
KaNikki Jakarta is not just a name—it’s a movement. With over two decades in the poetry scene, she’s opened for the likes of Jill Scott, Raheem DeVaughn, and Lyfe Jennings. An author, performer, and advocate for authentic storytelling, KaNikki brings both heart and fire to every mic she touches.
She currently hosts every first Monday at Busboys and Poets Shirlington, curating spaces where stories are safe, sacred, and seen.
