Zocalo Public Space Poetry Prize
NO ENTRY FEE. Deadline January 22, 2022.
Since 2012, Zócalo has awarded the prize annually to the US poet whose poem best evokes a connection to place. “Place” may be interpreted in many ways, be it of historical, cultural, political, or personal Since 2012, the Zócalo Public Square Poetry Prize has recognized the U.S. writer of a poem that best evokes a connection to place. Zócalo is now accepting submissions for our 2022 competition. The deadline for entries will close on January 22, 2022. There is no fee required to enter. The winner will receive $1,000 and will have the opportunity to deliver their poem at our spring book prize event.