There are several ways to be involved in BPF and directly contribute to the sustainability of Black poets and creative community spaces.

GET INVOLVED

MAIN FESTIVAL
EXPERIENCE

SEPTEMBER 19, 2026

Applications opened August 5, 2026.

Deadlines are listed below.

Volunteer

Applications Closed: August 31st

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Perform

Applications Closed: August 19th

Become a Vendor

Applications
Closed: August 30th

Note: All Vendors under age 18 or anyone applying for an individual under the age of 18, must complete the Youth Vendor Registration Form.

YOUNG BLACK VOICES

SEPTEMBER 20, 2026

Eligible Participants: Ages 13-17

Registration extended: Until September 12th

Register Youth

The Black Poets Fest is seeking mission-aligned sponsors to support our 2026 festival. Sponsorship offers businesses the opportunity to align with a vibrant, creative, and engaged community while supporting paid performance opportunities for Black poets.

Sponsorship directly supports:

Paid opportunities for Black poets and platform curators
Event production and artist hospitality
Free programming for youth participants
Visibility and activation opportunities for Black-owned businesses
Mental health and cultural wellness through storytelling

BECOME A SPONSOR

Interested in becoming a sponsor?

OTHER WAYS TO SUPPORT BPF

PURCHASE A TICKET

Secure your spot at the Black Poets Fest and be part of a shared cultural experience.

Get Tickets

PARTNER

WITH US

Partner with the Black Poets Fest to support paid performance opportunities for Black poets while aligning your brand with a community-centered cultural initiative

Partner here

COLLABORATE WITH US

Collaborate with the Black Poets Fest as an organization, creative space, or community partner to co-create programming, events and expand access, visibility, and collective impact.

Lets Collab