The North Texas MLK Spokenword Contest & Open Mic

Tue Jan 20 2026 at 07:30 am to 10:00 pm UTC-06:00

The Dock Bookshop, Meadowbrook Drive, Fort Worth, TX, USA | Fort Worth

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The North Texas MLK Spokenword Contest & Open Mic
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NORTH TEXAS MLK SPOKENWORD CONTEST! Cash prize and trophy. LIVE AT THE DOCK. All Ages.
About this Event

Mike Guinn Entertainment in association with The Dock Book Shop

Presents

The Annual Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.Spokenword Competition

Texas Poets/Spokenword Artists/Stortellers/Singers/Actors are invited to submit original written works reflecting on Dr. King’s message and exploring the theme "Dreams From The Mountain Top"


Mike Guinn Entertainment commemorates Dr. King’s extraordinary contribution to the American Civil Rights Movement and his belief in the power of voice through poetic speak and spokenword to create extraordinary displays artistic expression .

Texas Artists are encouraged to consider how their words can encourage and motivate a-stronger, more connected global community.

Spokenword Guidelines

Age categories: ALL AGES WELCOMED.

EVERYONE CAN JOIN: Youth & Adults

Topic: The Spokenword should discuss how their words can encourage and motivate a stronger, more connected global community.

Length: Maximum of 1 page or 250- 500 words. Or 2-4 minutes spoken or read.

Judging: Will done in person and based on originality, performance , content and how well the artists stayed on theme.

Deadline: Jan 16

Awards + Presentation

Artists will be invited to read their works during the MLK Spokenword Competition at 7 p.m. on Tuesday , Jan. 20th, at Dock Bookshop 6637 Meadowbrook Dr Fort Worth Tx

Submission Requirements

Works will keep in mind the theme and spirit of Dr King.

Cost: Contest is free to enter

Registration Via Eventbrite

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Event Venue & Nearby Stays

The Dock Bookshop, Meadowbrook Drive, Fort Worth, TX, USA, United States

Tickets

USD 0.00 to USD 28.52

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