Welcome to Poetry in Glasgow (PIG), your community resource for local events, opportunities and helpful miscellany. No matter whether you are a seasoned poet, a regular slam champion, an aspiring bard, a poetic newbie or simply someone who enjoys the occasional reading: this website is for you.
The idea for PIG emerged on a dark and stormy winter night in early 2025 against the backdrop of some rather concerning developments on the social media sites most of us use to keep on top of local events and writing opportunities. Our collective reliance on commercial social media companies with their often highly questionable ethics simply seemed like a bad idea.
Our response was the creation of PIG: a tool for and by the poetry community.
Latest Update
19th of July 2026
PIG UPDATE #37
As one heatwave chases the next, PIG is keeping a cool head with all the latest news for poet's and poetry lovers near and far.
DetailsWhat's On
Here's a quick peek at some of the local poetry events happening soon. Check the Events page for a full list of all upcoming events.
August 02 @ 19:00 - 20:00
David Stakes: Swimming With Social Workers
Tickets: £5.00 |
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August 03 @ 19:30 - 21:00
Candlelight Poetry Open Mic
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August 04 @ 19:45 - 22:00
Poet's Corner
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August 04 @ 10:30 - 12:30
Open Book Creative Writing Session
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August 05 @ 07:30 - 10:00
Poetry at Sweeneys
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See our Events page for more.
Upcoming Deadlines
Here's a quick preview of current opportunities with upcoming deadlines. You can find more calls for submissions, residencies and commissions on the Opportunities page.
June 01 - August 01
The Menu |
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June 01 - August 01
Plastic Language x Good Press |
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July 12 - August 02
Nowhere Girl Collective: Rebirth |
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July 28 - August 04
Rosie's Disobedient Press - Flash Commissions |
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July 27 - August 05
A Day at The Courtyard 2026 |
See our Opportunities page for more.