Join us for this free event for the Young Poet Laureate Final

Young Poets in Performance: the Young Poet Laureate Final at Rugby Library

The Young Poet Laureate Final is an exciting celebration of young creative talent, where the shortlisted candidates for Warwickshire’s Young Poet Laureate perform their poetry to a live audience at Rugby Library. After a day of workshops with professional poet and Coventry Poet Laureate 2021–23, Emilie Lauren Jones, and interviews with a judging panel, the finalists will share their work on stage. Audiences will also enjoy special performances from Emilie Lauren Jones and the current Young Poet Laureate, Naomi Mba, before the judges announce the Young Poet Laureate for 2026/27.

This event is great for:

Supporting young local poets as they grow in confidence and creativity

Enjoying inspiring performances from emerging poets

Connecting with others who share a love of poetry and the arts

Discovering what our libraries offer

This event is part of our Warwickshire Young Poet Laureate scheme. If you would like to find out more, you can visit our website.

Time: 2pm - 3:15pm

Date: Saturday 14th November 2026

Age: All ages (Please note: children must be accompanied by an adult at all times)

Booking: This is a drop-in event, so booking is not required. If you do choose to book a ticket, please be aware that it does not guarantee you a space. Participation will be allocated on a first come, first served basis.

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