Ottawa 
Events Description
VERSeFest is Ottawa’s annual International Festival of Poetry. Built on a mandate of fostering creative crossroads and community, we feature English and French poetry of all traditions, styles, and forms. Since 2011, we have showcased the best local, Canadian, and international poets performing in both spoken and written word genres. As one of Canada’s largest and most successful poetry festivals, our stages have featured readings by Griffin, Governor General, and Pulitzer Prize winners.
VERSeFest is curated and organized by a planning committee comprised of a collective of local poetic organizations and reading series under the guidance of the festival’s artistic director.
HOW MUCH
Tickets:
Varies
Free & Ticketed Events – $15 & up
How to get tickets?
WHEN & WHERE
Date & Time:
March 24 to 30, 2026 – Schedule
Venue:
Various Locations, Ottawa
More to Do:
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