National Poetry Month Proclamation
April 7, 2025, 6:00 PM
City Council Meeting
Join us for the National Poetry Month proclamation at the City Council Meeting. West Hollywood City Poet Laureate, Jen Cheng, will debut a new poem titled Eternity.
WeHo Reads: Richard Blanco and Kim Dower
April 16, 2025, 6:30 PM – 8:00 PM
Online Event
Join us for an inspiring National Poetry Month discussion between two celebrated poets: Richard Blanco, the fifth Presidential Inaugural Poet, and Kim Dower, former West Hollywood City Poet Laureate.
Poetry Scrabble Writing Workshop
April 19, 2025, 11:00 AM
West Hollywood Library Community Meeting Room, 625 N San Vicente Blvd
Join West Hollywood City Poet Laureate Jen Cheng for an interactive poetry workshop using word magnets. No experience needed. Stay for a light reception from 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM.
LA Get Down Festival
Weekends in April, 8:00 PM
Greenway Court Theatre
An annual Hip Hop & Spoken Word celebration featuring poetry slams, performances, and workshops. Tickets range from $10 to $30.
Street Pole Banners Display
Through April 22, 2025
Throughout West Hollywood
Display of street pole banners honoring poets, including new poets KB Brookins and Teresa Mei Chuc.
Additional Events and Opportunities
Story Hour: Queen Angelina
April 5, 2025, 11:00 AM
West Hollywood Library Community Meeting Room, 625 N San Vicente Blvd
Drag Story Hour with Queen Angelina, winner of the 2023 City of West Hollywood’s Jose Sarria Drag Pageant. Free event for children of all ages. RSVPs are not necessary.
Vestite Magazine – Launch Party and Drag Show
April 26, 2025, Doors at 7:00 PM, Show at 7:30 PM
7811 Gallery, 7811 Melrose Ave
Celebrate the launch of Vestite Magazine with a drag show featuring trans artists. Entry is free and includes a 28-page magazine.
WeHo Pride 2025: Apply to Participate
Application Deadline: April 15, 2025, 11:59 PM (PT)
WeHo Pride Weekend: May 30 – June 1, 2025, West Hollywood Park, 647 N. San Vicente Boulevard
Apply to participate in the WeHo Pride Parade, Street Fair, or as a vendor/exhibitor. Includes a free Street Fair, Women’s Freedom Festival, Dyke March, and more.
Open Call: Free Theatre in the Parks
Application Deadline: April 25, 2025, 5:00 PM (PT)
Kings Road Park, September 2025
Seeking arts organizations for Free Theatre in the Parks. Open to diverse and innovative performances.
Apply to be a WeHo Arts Grant Panelist
Application Deadline: April 30, 2025, 3:00 PM (PT)
City of West Hollywood
Seeking experienced arts professionals to review grant applications. Panelists receive a $300 honorarium.
Request for Qualifications: Moving Image Media Art
Deadline: May 1, 2025, 5:00 PM (PT)
City of West Hollywood
Seeking artists, curators, and organizations for the Moving Image Media Art Program Prequalified List.
Artists Roundtable
May 17, 2025, 10:30 AM (PT)
City Council Chambers, 625 N San Vicente Blvd
A discussion on film with panelists Sara Silkin, Larry Laboe, and Sheldon Larry. Includes artist networking. Free, RSVP requested.
Arts Grant Workshops
May 21 & May 28, 2025, 1:00 PM (PT)
Online
Virtual workshops to help applicants learn about the arts grant application process and funding priorities. Free, RSVP required.
2026 Arts Grants Applications
Deadline: July 1, 2025, 3:00 PM (PT)
City of West Hollywood
Apply for grant funding for projects in 2026. Eligible for artists performing or presenting in West Hollywood.
