Youth Speaks
| Ticket Information Regular Price: $35 Ticket prices include all fees. Run Time: 3 Hours General Admission |
Teen poets from across the country competed for the chance to rep their cities at the Brave New Voices 2026 Final Slam. The top 4 highest-scoring youth poetry slam teams in the world will compete to see who will take home the crown and the coveted title of Brave New Voices Poetry Slam Champion. Do not miss this historic night of youth poetry while it is here in its home town of San Francisco.
The Finals will also include guest performances by SF Poet Laureate Genny Lim, Donte Collis, and Serpent with Feet.
MEDIA POLICY
*Please note, by registering to attend this event, you are consenting to being photographed and recorded inside the space. If you do not wish to be recorded, please contact marcomms@youthspeaks.org or check in with the production manager on site, who can provide a Media Opt-Out wristband.
MASKING
Masks are encouraged for any indoor activities. As a reminder, Masks must snugly and securely cover the nose, mouth, and chin. N95 or KN95 masks and double-masking are recommended. View the full COVID policy at youthspeaks.org/covid
The Finals will also include guest performances by SF Poet Laureate Genny Lim, Donte Collis, and Serpent with Feet.
MEDIA POLICY
*Please note, by registering to attend this event, you are consenting to being photographed and recorded inside the space. If you do not wish to be recorded, please contact marcomms@youthspeaks.org or check in with the production manager on site, who can provide a Media Opt-Out wristband.
MASKING
Masks are encouraged for any indoor activities. As a reminder, Masks must snugly and securely cover the nose, mouth, and chin. N95 or KN95 masks and double-masking are recommended. View the full COVID policy at youthspeaks.org/covid
About Youth Speaks:
Founded in 1996 in San Francisco, Youth Speaks is a leading presenter of Spoken Word performance, education, and youth development programs. Trailblazers of local and national youth poetry slams, festivals, and more, Youth Speaks offers a comprehensive slate of literary arts education programs and provides numeous opportunities for youth to be published and heard. Youth Speaks has worked with hundreds of thousands of youth and has helped create partner programs in 47 cities across the United States.
For more information, bravenewvoices.youthspeaks.org