The SF International Flor y Canto Literary Festival will take place from June 20-22, 2025, in San Francisco's Mission District. This vibrant festival, founded by Alejandro Murguía, aims to celebrate the literary heritage of La Misión and invite poets from across the globe. This year's program features 18 free events including poetry crawls, art exhibitions, and discussions on Latinx literature. Notable events include a queer poetics celebration and author readings, underscoring the diversity and richness of the literary community. The festival is a unique opportunity for engagement and appreciation of poetic expression.
"Flor y Canto was started in 2008 by San Francisco's first Latino poet laureate, Alejandro Murguía, to celebrate La Misión's deep literary roots and to invite poets from around the world..."
"For three unforgettable days, literature spills into the streets—from opening invocations in Balmy Alley to poetry readings on Calle Veinte Cuatro and inside beloved local businesses."
"The festival includes events like poetry crawls, art exhibitions, and author talks, making it a vibrant celebration of literature and community."
"Scheduled events include a queer poetics celebration, discussions on Latinx vision, and various readings from established and emerging poets."
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