Haiku Writing Month
National Haiku Writing Month, also known as NaHaiWriMo, is a delightful celebration of the art of haiku. It's a time when people are encouraged to write at least one haiku every day for a month.
Engage creative audiences and educators with a month-long poetry challenge that drives community participation, user-generated content, and brand alignment with literary arts.
- Daily haiku writing prompts to spark creativity and social sharing
- Host a virtual haiku contest with prizes to build community engagement
- Partner with educators to integrate NaHaiWriMo into classroom curricula
- Showcase user-generated haiku art on social media to celebrate participant creativity
National Haiku Writing Month, known as NaHaiWriMo, started in 2010. Michael Dylan Welch, a poet and technical writer, founded this event to promote haiku writing and give poets a fun, challenging way to engage with this form of poetry during the month of February.
Welch chose February because it is the shortest month, fitting for the short form of haiku. NaHaiWriMo encourages participants to write one haiku each day throughout the month. This daily practice helps writers improve their skills and experience the joy of crafting these concise, meaningful poems.
The event quickly gained popularity. It now includes daily writing prompts provided by different guest prompters each month!
This tradition started on the NaHaiWriMo Facebook page and has continued every year since its inception. The community that has grown around NaHaiWriMo is supportive and enthusiastic, making it a beloved event for haiku poets around the world.
Write a Haiku a Day
Kick off the month by penning a haiku daily. This simple yet rewarding activity fuels creativity and enhances your skills. Carry a small notebook, jot down inspirations, and transform them into three-line gems. With each haiku, you’ll see the world in a new light.
Host a Haiku Party
Invite friends over for a haiku-themed party. Share your creations, read classics, and enjoy some sushi. Add a haiku contest to the mix, with quirky prizes for the winners. This gathering can spark great conversations and deepen your appreciation for this art form.
Create Haiku Art
Combine visual art with your haikus. Write poems on painted canvases, decorate them with drawings, or create digital art. This blend of words and visuals adds another layer to your haiku experience. Display your masterpieces at home or share them on social media.
Join Online Communities
Connect with fellow haiku enthusiasts online. Participate in forums, join NaHaiWriMo’s Facebook page, and share your poems. These communities provide daily prompts, feedback, and encouragement. It’s a great way to stay motivated and meet like-minded people.
Teach Someone to Write Haikus
Spread the love for haikus by teaching someone else. Show a friend or family member how to craft these short poems. It’s a fun and bonding activity. Plus, seeing someone else discover the joy of haiku is incredibly rewarding.