New Orleans Poetry Festival

April 16-19, 2026

Proposal submissions are now closed. Notifications will be sent out on December 15, 2025. The confirmation deadline for all accepted presenters is January 1, 2026. Wait-list decision notifications will be sent on January 15, 2026. Individual reader proposals will open on January 15, 2026, close on January 29, 2026, and notifications will be sent on February 4, 2026.

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We believe poetry should be free and accessible to all, but organizing the festival comes with significant costs. If you're able, please consider making a tax-deductible donation to NOPF, or better yet, set up a recurring gift. Click here to access our easy-to-use donation portal.