MLK Day every.Word Poetry Open Mic Hosted by Ebony Stewart

MLK Day every.Word Poetry Open Mic Hosted by Ebony Stewart at The VORTEX in Austin is a powerful evening of community storytelling through poetry, music, and performance.

Held in Six Square—Austin’s Black Cultural District—this annual gathering centers Black poets while welcoming musicians and allies into a space built for listening, expression, and connection.

Quick Facts

• Date: Monday, January 19, 2026
• Time: 8:00 pm – 10:00 pm
• Location: The VORTEX (Eloise Brooks Cullum Stage)
• Address: 2307 Manor Rd., Austin, TX 78722
• Admission: Pay-what-you-can (starting at $5 for listeners); free for open mic participants

Tip: If you want to participate, sign-ups are first come, first served—arriving early can help.

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