Call for Submissions

For its 5th edition, the Poetry Downtown Festival shines a spotlight on American Indian poetry—celebrating the rich traditions, vibrant voices, and visionary perspectives Indigenous poets bring to our stages!

Call for Submissions

June 30, 2025 Uncategorized 0

Celebrating American Indian Poetry

Theme Turtle Island

What to Submit • Lyric, prose, formal (syllabic, metrical, etc.), hybrid or experimental poetry • Maximum 30 lines per poem • Works in English

Prizes • Up to 52 poets will be selected for the official anthology

Reading Schedule • only online this year

Deadline All entries must be received by September 1.

Submission Fee Free

Join us in celebrating American Indian Poetry!