Exit 36 Slam Poetry Festival at Pompano Beach Arts

The Exit 36 Slam Poetry Festival returns for its eighth year from December 11 to 13, 2025, at the Ali Cultural Center and the Pompano Beach Cultural Center. This three-day event showcases 40 competing poets along with performances, workshops, and artist discussions, highlighting the vibrant spoken word scene of South Florida. The festival offers a total of $9,500 in prizes and aims to elevate diverse voices from across the nation and internationally. Notably, Sharonda “Eccentrich” Richardson, a celebrated spoken word artist and festival founder, has been recognized for her contributions to the poetry community.