From the poetry slam website:
Contenders from cities across America will lyrically compete in two Preliminary Bouts on Thursday 5th and Friday 6th at Blue Ridge Brewery and Betty Pearle's. The top twelve finalists will compete in a final clash for the $2300 on the main stage of the Handlebar on Saturday 7th. In addition to the competing poets, slam enthusiasts and featured performers from across the country will descend upon our sparkling southern city.
Calendar of Events:
http://www.worldpoetrychampionship.com/Schedule.html