🎤 Open Mic Poetry Nights in Shrewsbury – Join the Local Spoken Word Scene

Looking for a space to share your poetry, hear fresh voices, or just soak up some creativity in Shrewsbury? You're in luck. Shrewsbury’s spoken word community is alive and thriving, with two regular open mic nights that welcome poets, performers, and poetry lovers of all kinds.

📍 The Dolphin – Last Tuesday of Every Month, 8PM

Tucked away just off the river, The Dolphin plays host to one of Shrewsbury’s friendliest open mic nights. Held on the last Tuesday of each month at 8pm, it’s a relaxed and welcoming event where both seasoned performers and first-time poets take the mic. Whether you’ve got a piece burning to be heard or just want to listen, this is the place.

📍 The Underground – Last Thursday of Every Month, 8PM

For a slightly different vibe, head to The Underground on the last Thursday of every month at 8pm. This intimate venue creates the perfect atmosphere for spoken word, offering a supportive crowd and a great mix of voices. Expect everything from lyrical love poems to hard-hitting political pieces.

🗣️ A Growing Poetry Community in Shrewsbury

These open mic nights aren’t just events – they’re part of a growing poetry community in Shrewsbury. Each gathering is a chance to connect, share, and celebrate the power of words. Everyone is welcome – whether you're a writer, performer, or simply a fan of live poetry.

• 🎟️ Free entry

• 🎙️ Open to all – no sign-up necessary, just show up and join in

• ✍️ New voices encouraged – a perfect place to perform for the first time

  
  

So grab a drink, bring a poem (or don’t), and come experience Shrewsbury’s spoken word scene. Who knows — the next poem that moves you might be your own.