First Fortnight: The Dublin Story Slam

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Tuesday, 13 January 2026

Event times:

20:00 - 23:00

Event location:

Event price:

€15.00

About this event

The Dublin Story Slam returns in January 2026 together with First Fortnight, inviting audiences to hear – and share – true personal stories inspired by the theme Begin Again.

The Dublin Story Slam is Dublin's longest running open mic competitive storytelling night. Every month we invite storytellers to sign up in advance or on the night with a short personal true story inspired by the theme, Begin Again. At the end of the night a winner is chosen who becomes our Story Slam Champion.

Tues 13 January, Doors 7pm, Show 8pm

Duration: 180mins

Readers are advised to check with the organiser before relying on the details published here.

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