Wild Bloom Poetry Open Mic, Fort Lauderdale's Home for Poetry

This isn’t just an open mic—it’s a space to come home to your voice.

Now held each month inside the beautiful and historic Emily's Garden in downtown Fort Lauderdale, Wild Bloom Poetry Open Mic is where intention meets expression, and words are planted like seeds. Produced and Curated by Stella Amador, Founder of Bloom by Stella, this gathering invites poets, listeners, and the curious into an evening of reflection, connection, and creative growth.

Whether you arrive with a poem or simply a willingness to listen, this space honors your presence. We open with intention, let poetry breathe in its own rhythm, and close with an invitation to connect deeper to Fort Lauderdale's blooming poetic community. Each gathering features one carefully chosen poet to anchor the night, followed by an open mic where stories unfold, one voice, one seed, at a time.


✨ What to Expect:
— There is a one–drink minimum to support the venue (non-alcoholic is perfectly fine). Delicious food, great drinks, and warm community vibes are available all night.

— Jazz music by local Trombonist and Resident Musician, Izzi Guzman

— One featured poet (10 minute spotlight)

— Open mic readers (4-minute max each; RSVP to sign up and check-in at the door)

— There will be books available for purchase from featured and local poets, thank you for supporting our creative community and helping local artists thrive.

— A monthly theme with guided prompts (see below)

✨ Recurring Every Third Wednesday (except otherwise announced):

— Music starts at 6 PM

— Paid street and back lot parking available

— RSVP is a MUST to keep the flow*


Come early. Breathe deep. Stay late.


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