Preview 2026: How to Stay Up to Date on Upcoming Dates

For 2026, poetry slam and open mic dates in Regensburg are announced on an ongoing basis. Most organizers publish new dates four to eight weeks in advance. Here’s how to find the next evenings:

• City Event Calendar: Regularly check the official calendar of the city. New literature and stage formats appear there as soon as they are confirmed.
• Venues & Cultural Centers: Subscribe to newsletters and social media channels of Regensburg stages that regularly host slam or open mic formats.
• University Environment: Campus groups usually announce student slams and open mics during lecture periods.
• Industry Associations: The German Poetry Slam Association often lists upcoming formats and provides guidance on rules and competitions.

Tip: Set a monthly calendar reminder to secure new dates in time – popular evenings are often quickly booked out.

What to Expect at the Upcoming Evenings

The upcoming slams and open mics in Regensburg generally follow a clear process that guarantees excitement and fairness:

• Start Time: Usually in the evening; admission typically begins 30–60 minutes before the program starts.
• Line-up: A limited number of slots ensures that both newcomers and veterans can perform.
• Rules: Original texts, max. about 5 minutes per contribution, no costumes, no props or instruments; voice and language are the focus.
• Scoring: The audience chooses the favorites live – creating an interactive, collective experience.

Expect a dynamic mix of humor, politics, poetry, and personal storytelling – ideal for getting to know Regensburg’s current voices.

Participate in 2026: Your Registration for the Next Performance

If you want to get on stage this year, proceed as follows:

1. Check Dates: Choose an evening that explicitly offers open slots for new acts.
2. Registration: Most organizers allocate spots via email or online form for the next date. Register early – slots are limited.
3. Confirmation: You will usually receive a short reply with your slot status as well as location, admission, and stage times.
4. Preparation: Plan a fresh, original text that fits safely within the time. A second text doesn’t hurt in case you reach the final.

Note: Some formats specifically reserve slots for local newcomers. Look for corresponding notes in the announcement.

Variants to Look Forward to in 2026

• U20 Slam: Formats for those under 20 offer a protected setting for first performances – ideal for young voices with fresh perspectives.
• Open Air: During the warmer months, open-air evenings are planned, allowing slam highlights under the open sky.
• Campus Events: Slam and open mic evenings are held alongside the semester in the university environment; perfect for experiencing student topics live.
• Spoken Word and Song Formats: In addition to classic slams, stage variants with a music focus or themed evenings take place – each with audience voting.

Tips for Your First Performance

• Focus Your Text: A clear arc of suspense works better than too many topics in too little time.
• Practice Timing: Read aloud with a stopwatch; cut passages that might make you go over time.
• Consciously Design Your Performance: Voice, pauses, eye contact – small decisions make a big impact.
• Use Nervousness: Stage fright is normal and can turn energy into presence.
• Observe Stage Etiquette: Respect other acts, follow the moderation and the technical instructions of the team.

Accessibility and Notes

• Access: Whether a venue is accessible without steps varies. Check the information of the respective house before booking.
• Seating: Free seating is common; come early if you want to sit at the front.
• Language: Contributions are mostly in German; English texts are possible depending on the evening and are often accepted.
• Recording: Photo and video recordings are only permitted after consultation with the team or the performers.