Duais Bashō Haiku Poetry Competition for Post-Primary Schools
Rated Intermediate, this bilingual haiku competition is for post-primary students across Irish year groups, with entries accepted in English or Irish through the published school or individual route. Entrants submit concise original poems for adjudication and celebration. The challenge is using precise imagery, rhythm and restraint to create meaning within the compact haiku form.
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Competition details can change. Always confirm dates, eligibility and entry requirements on the official organiser's website.
Official website ↗OVERALL COMPETITION LEVEL
Intermediate Level
4 evaluation dimensions have source-backed automatic scores; 1 dimensions need conflict review.
Competition overview
Key information
Eligible ages
12–18
School level
Post-primary students (1st-6th year bands)
Registration method
School or Individual
Competition stages
Haiku submission, adjudication, and celebration event
Fee
Not yet announced by the organiser
Online / in-person
In-person
Dates
Competition timeline
Registration opens
Not yet announced by the organiser
Registration closes
17 Oct 2025
Competition starts
21 Nov 2025
Competition ends
21 Nov 2025
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Poetry Ireland bilingual haiku competition for post-primary students in English/Irish.