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Not your ordinary book launch
Learn to look at your own work and that of others through an editor’s eye (Separate ticket required)
Two distinctive poets share their work (host: Hassnae Bouazza)
An intimate film portrait of poet Ruth Fainlight
Mahat Arab on his favourite American rapper
What does poetry mean to one of the most poetic Dutch songwriters?
Learn to write poetry inspired by the city around you
Discover the vibrant heart of the festival
Join poet Wessel Klootwijk on a poetry discovery bike ride
Two distinctive poets share their best work (host: Jelle van Riet)
Hassnae Bouazza in conversation with two distinctive poetic voices
Come listen to new voices (and share your own story!)
Turn everyday moments into poetry (Separate ticket required)
Ernest van der Kwast in conversation with Aracelis Girmay
How, where, and when did these poets begin their poetic journey?
If poetry is everywhere, why not wear it on your nails?
Bite-sized readings by three festival poets
Rotterdam’s got (poetic) talent
Discover the four nominees for the 2026 C. Buddingh’ Prize
Poets and architects on space and imagination
Two distinctive poets share their best work (host: Geoffrey van der Ven)
Yousra Benfquih, Hendri Yulius Wijaya, and Iya Kiva on the poet’s responsibility
Hosted by Ellen Deckwitz, with no room for nuance
