Starlit Showdown Poetry Slam by LJ Projects

The Starlit Showdown Poetry Slam is a single-day event on May 2, 2026, from 6:00 PM to 8:45 PM AEST, held outdoors under the hinterland stars at Maleny Lane. Hosted by Nick Grivas from Liquid Lyrics, poets compete by bringing powerful stories to life through voice, passion, and performance for crowd applause. Half-time features musical entertainment by award-winning singer-songwriter Andrea Kirwan, with food available for purchase. This energetic highlight of the SCHWF 2026 program offers an opportunity for attendees to apply to perform by contacting the host.