The annual New York City Poetry Festival takes over Colonel's Row on the picturesque Governors Island this weekend, July 29 and 30. With more than 100 literary organizations participating, the free festival is much more of an epic than a haiku. Along with readings from many poets, the festival includes visual art, an open mic, clowns, local vendors hawking literary-themed goods and a plethora of delicious food and drink. This year's headiners include Danez Smith, Franny Choi, torrin a. greathouse, and Saeed Jones.
Whether you're a poetry superfan or new to the genre, this all-ages festival promises to be accessible for all. NYC PoFest is produced by an entirely femme and non-binary team who promise "a radically progressive and transformative event."
