Celebrating poetry in Tucson for over 40 years

We Did It Again!

The 2025 Poetry Festival saw visiting poets Danez Smith, Ashanti Files, Farid Matouk, and Sara Sams greeted by a huge Tucson crowd, plus a beautiful community open mic. Planning for next year's festival is underway, so stay tuned for the announcement of the dates and theme. As ever, the TPF Board is grateful to the Tucson Community and our amazing sponsors. Thank you for making the festival a success. 

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The festival board would like to acknowledge and thank the following organizations and businesses for their support: Southern Arizona Aids Foundation, Arts Foundation for Tucson and Southern Arizona, University of Arizona Poetry Center, Talega Coffee Co., and Reproductions Inc. 

Tucson Poetry Festival is an annual celebration of poetry. Every spring, the festival brings regional and national Poets to the Old Pueblo for a weekend of verse, discussion, and creativity. The Festival includes readings and workshops led by esteemed poets from all over the country and closes with an open mic event. TPF also sponsors other readings and other poetry-centered events throughout the year. 

Our Mission

The Tucson Poetry Festival seeks to provide an accessible and diverse celebration of poetry. All festival events are free and open to all members of our community. We collaborate with local businesses and organizations, along with venues that are accessible to all. 

Ocotillo Literary Endeavors does not discriminate on the basis of disability in admission or access to its programs and activities.