The sixth Singapore Clay Festival runs from 6 to 8 November 2026 at the Singapore Chinese Cultural Centre, with a pottery market, exhibitions, talks and workshops; one-day passes are reported at S$10.
TL;DR
- When and where: 6 to 8 November 2026, Multi-purpose Hall, Level 7, Singapore Chinese Cultural Centre, 1 Straits Boulevard.
- In the market: more than 200 potters, studios and makers, according to the festival website and a preview by Bakchormeeboy.
- Tickets: S$10 for a one-day pass and S$18 for a season pass, as reported by Bakchormeeboy; masterclasses are sold separately.
When is the Singapore Clay Festival 2026 and where is it held?
The festival opens to the public from 11am to 9pm on 6 and 7 November, and from 11am to 6pm on 8 November, according to the official festival website. An invitation-only preview and launch takes place on 5 November. The venue is the Multi-purpose Hall on Level 7 of the Singapore Chinese Cultural Centre, 1 Straits Boulevard, Singapore 018906. This is the festival's sixth edition; it began in 2021, per Bakchormeeboy.
How much are tickets?
Bakchormeeboy reports S$10 for a one-day pass, S$18 for a season pass and S$32 for two season passes, sold through Eventbrite. The festival website lists no prices, so check the official ticket page before you go. Masterclasses are ticketed separately.
What is on at the festival?
The Clay Makers' Market is the main draw, with more than 240 potters, studios and makers from five countries and regions, according to Bakchormeeboy; the festival website says more than 200. Around it sit several programmes:
Shaping Clay is a juried exhibition of current work by Singapore-based ceramists, with invited artists Hiroko Mita and Nelson Lim, curated by Seah Tzi-Yan.
Singapore Clay Heritage looks at ceramic art history, including Peter Low, described as "Teacher of Masters".
Talks and classes include a Collectors Talk on 6 November at 7pm, masterclasses led by Mita and Lim, demonstrations, and drop-in workshops for adults and children. Studio GDMC runs workshops for ages seven and above.
CLAY|WORDS pairs 12 clay makers with 12 writers and launches on 7 November at 5pm, then moves to the Singapore Writers Festival from 13 to 22 November.
Why does it matter for a weekend plan?
For anyone in Singapore, it is a compact, low-cost way to see local ceramics and meet makers in person, and the market format suits browsing and buying. Pair it with other recent city picks, such as the reopened Singapore History Gallery or the free Secret Vault exhibition at New Bahru, which runs until 1 November. Check opening hours and ticket details before travelling, as programmes can change.
What is not confirmed?
The organiser is not named on the festival website or in the preview. Ticket prices appear only in the Bakchormeeboy preview, and the maker count differs between sources. Masterclass prices and session times were not available.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the dates of the Singapore Clay Festival 2026?
6 to 8 November 2026, with an invitation-only preview on 5 November.
Where is the Singapore Clay Festival held?
At the Multi-purpose Hall, Level 7, Singapore Chinese Cultural Centre, 1 Straits Boulevard.
How much is entry?
Bakchormeeboy reports S$10 for a one-day pass and S$18 for a season pass. Confirm on the official ticketing page.
Sources and Method
Compiled from the official Singapore Clay Festival website (singaporeclayfest.com) and Bakchormeeboy's preview published on 12 October 2026. Details were not independently confirmed with the organiser. This article is an original rewrite.
