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The Loud Poets Slam Series returns to The Pleasance Edinburgh on 13 November 2026. Josh Cake acts as sacrificial poet in the first of twelve heats for the biggest prize in UK slam poetry.
The prestigious Loud Poets Slam Series returns for its fifth year! Join us to cheer, clap and holler as Edinburgh’s top poets compete in the first of twelve heats for the biggest prize in UK slam poetry. Featuring Josh Cake as sacrificial poet, this will be a thumping celebration of some of the best spoken word coming out of Scotland today. Sign up to take part via https://forms.gle/d7MpRzL4RPHt1DA99 Sign-ups will close on 30 October. I Am Loud started in 2014 as Loud Poets, a live spoken word poetry showcase. Since then they have grown into a multidisciplinary production and entertainment company while keeping live events at the heart of their work. From monthly shows to open mics, tours and festival performances, I Am Loud showcases the best of spoken word work coming out of Scotland today. In partnership with I Am Loud
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Loud Poets Slam takes place on Friday, 13 November 2026.
Loud Poets Slam is held at The Pleasance Edinburgh in Edinburgh (60 Pleasance, Edinburgh South EH8 9TJ).
The forecast for Loud Poets Slam is Partly cloudy · high 7°C, low 1°.
Yes — hotels within walking distance of The Pleasance Edinburgh can be compared using the accommodation search further down this page.
Tickets for Loud Poets Slam can be booked via whatsoninedinburgh.co.uk using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.
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The Loud Poets Slam Series returns to The Pleasance Edinburgh on 13 November 2026. Josh Cake acts as sacrificial poet in the first of twelve heats for the biggest prize in UK slam poetry.
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The prestigious Loud Poets Slam Series returns for its fifth year! Join us to cheer, clap and holler as Edinburgh’s top poets compete in the first of twelve heats for the biggest prize in UK slam poetry. Featuring Josh Cake as sacrificial poet, this will be a thumping celebration of some of the best spoken word coming out of Scotland today. Sign up to take part via https://forms.gle/d7MpRzL4RPHt1DA99 Sign-ups will close on 30 October. I Am Loud started in 2014 as Loud Poets, a live spoken word poetry showcase. Since then they have grown into a multidisciplinary production and entertainment company while keeping live events at the heart of their work. From monthly shows to open mics, tours and festival performances, I Am Loud showcases the best of spoken word work coming out of Scotland today. In partnership with I Am Loud
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When is Loud Poets Slam?
Loud Poets Slam takes place on Friday, 13 November 2026.
Where is Loud Poets Slam taking place?
Loud Poets Slam is held at The Pleasance Edinburgh in Edinburgh (60 Pleasance, Edinburgh South EH8 9TJ).
What will the weather be like at Loud Poets Slam?
The forecast for Loud Poets Slam is Partly cloudy · high 7°C, low 1°.
Is there anywhere to stay near Loud Poets Slam?
Yes — hotels within walking distance of The Pleasance Edinburgh can be compared using the accommodation search further down this page.
How do I get tickets for Loud Poets Slam?
Tickets for Loud Poets Slam can be booked via whatsoninedinburgh.co.uk using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.
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