Legendary live poetry night Raise the Bar returns to Bristol Beacon with UK Poetry All-Stars – a huge celebration of the very best in contemporary spoken word.

Featuring headline performances from World Poetry Slam Champion Harry Baker and Ted Hughes Award winner Hollie McNish, plus more to be announced, this is a line-up packed with brilliance. Expect razor-sharp wordplay, heartfelt storytelling, and unforgettable live moments.

After a record-breaking 2024 edition, this raucous, energetic and life-affirming night returns bigger than ever. With DJ Ngaio on the decks and hosted by Danny Carlo Pandolfi, Raise the Bar once again brings together poets, lyricists and storytellers for an unmissable evening of powerful, moving and electrifying performance.