Chalk Talk

5th February 2026

Olby's Soul Cafe

A spoken word open mic night with live music accompaniment at Olby's Soul Cafe in Margate

7pm - 9.30pm

An evening where poets and musicians can turn up and perform together to create spoken word performances with a musical or sonic backdrop.

All are welcome, regardless of skill level or background... Just bring your beautiful words and sounds.

The music will be created in the format of an improvised jam session, which means musicians can turn up and play together to create music for the evening! The aim is to create music that complements and enriches the narrative or feeling of the spoken word acts.

This is an event where artists can interact and experiment with each other, listen to each other, enjoy themselves, have fun and create something unique and powerful together.

Curated by Jack Oldham.

Book a free ticket to secure your place.

Upstairs at Olby’s is a series of free community events every Thursday during Feb - March 2026, at Olby’s Soul Cafe. Donations are welcomed on the night.

Pre-event Soul Cafe Menu available on the night (tables not reserved in event space.) If you would like to dine, you will need to book a table separately. Click here to book a table

Click here to find out more about Olby's Soul Cafe

Tickets and Pricing

Free

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Location

Open Map

Address

Chalk Talk (Feb 2026) Olby's Soul Cafe, 3-5 King Street, Margate
CT9 1DD

Contact

hello@olbyscreativehub.co.uk 01843 448595

Links

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Bar

Licensed

Restaurant / cafe / tea shop / catering facilities