Get fired up at the Singapore Clay Festival 2025, a four-day celebration of pottery, ceramics, and creative community.
If you’ve ever wanted to live out your pottery wheel fantasy (from the film Ghost, minus the tragic ending), the Singapore Clay Festival 2025 is your chance to get your hands dirty – literally. Returning for its fifth edition, this annual celebration of all things clay brings together hundreds of makers, artists, and ceramic enthusiasts under one roof. Here’s everything you need to know about the Singapore Clay Festival 2025. If your cal’s looking empty next month, check out all the fun things to do in Singapore in November!
Singapore Clay Festival 2025: Details at a glance
Best for: Ceramic lovers, DIY-craft junkies, art & design enthusiasts, and families looking for a creative outing
Recommended time spent: 1 to 3 hours to browse the market and maybe sit in on a workshop
When: 6 to 9 November 2025, 11am to 9pm (ends at 6pm on 9 November)
How much: $10 for a one-day pass, $18 for a season pass, and $32 for two season passes
Where to buy tickets: Get your Singapore Clay Festival 2025 tickets via Eventbrite
Address: Singapore Clay Festival 2025, Level 7 – Multipurpose Hall, Singapore Chinese Cultural Centre, 1 Straits Boulevard, Singapore 018906
What is the festival about?
The Singapore Clay Festival is where our thriving ceramics community shows off what they’re made of. Look forward to a gorgeous showcase of both master potters and emerging makers who are redefining the craft of clay. Across its signature Clay Makers’ Market, curated exhibitions, and hands-on workshops, the festival explores everything from functional, everyday pieces to bold, experimental creations.
Festivalgoers can look forward to live pottery throwdowns, masterclasses, and a chance to meet the artists behind their favourite ceramic creations. It’s where craftsmanship meets community, and where everyone – from total newbies to serious collectors – can find something that speaks to their inner maker.
Where is it held?
This year’s festival will be held at the Singapore Chinese Cultural Centre, conveniently located in the CBD. The centre’s multipurpose hall at Level 7 will be transformed into a ceramics wonderland, filled with stalls, exhibitions, and clay-slinging action for all ages.
How to get there
The easiest way? Hop on the MRT! Get off at Tanjong Pagar or Shenton Way MRT stations, then stroll about 10 minutes to the venue. If you’re coming by taxi or private hire, you can easily drop off at the centre. For those driving, parking is available within and around the complex, though weekend crowds can get wild, so plan ahead.
What to expect at Singapore Clay Festival 2025
Running from 6 to 9 November 2025, this year’s festival is expected to be bigger and bolder than ever. Here’s what you can look forward to:
1. Clay Makers’ Market
The beating heart of the festival, the Clay Makers’ Market will feature more than 220 ceramic artists from Singapore and beyond. Expect a dizzying array of handmade pieces, from sleek minimalist tableware to eccentric sculptural art, all available for purchase. This is the perfect place to snag one-of-a-kind ceramics and meet the creative minds behind them.
2. Curated exhibitions
The festival’s two major exhibitions highlight both innovation and heritage. Shaping Clay spotlights fresh and creative works by selected local artists such as Hairol Md Hoosain, Aninda Varma, Hyesook Lee, and Teo Huey Ling, each bringing their unique touch to the medium.
Meanwhile, this year’s Singapore Clay Heritage pays tribute to legendary master potter Iskandar Jalil, known for his no-nonsense approach to craftsmanship (he famously tossed out pieces he deemed unworthy). Expect an intimate look at selected works from his personal collection.
And don’t miss the OCBC Works of Kindness, a heartwarming exhibition featuring handcrafted chawans (tea bowls) made for charity. Proceeds go toward Care Corner Singapore, supporting community well-being. Bonus cameo: local veteran Tan Kheng Hua will have her own piece on display!
3. Workshops by Studio GDMC
If you’ve got that itch to make something, this is your moment. Between 7 and 9 November, Goodman Ceramic Studio (Studio GDMC) will host a series of fun, beginner-friendly workshops:
- Speckled Clay Dishes – Transform speckled clay into a tray worthy of your next flatlay. (11am to 12.30pm, $98)
- Peranakan Shophouse Painting – Paint and glaze your own piece of local heritage, professionally fired to perfection. (1pm to 2.30pm, $98)
- Paint Porcelain Pins – Customise your own glazed pin, because wearable art will never go out of style. (4pm to 5pm, $48.80)
Each workshop ticket includes same-day festival entry. Spots fill fast, so book early via Eventbrite. Prefer to watch instead? Catch the pottery throwdowns and live demos – equal parts artistry and adrenaline.
4. Masterclasses
Before the main festival kicks off, dive deeper into the art form with two insightful masterclasses:
- Incising Tradition: Identity in Carved Pottery – Award-winning ceramic artist Tan Teck Heng explores how sound, rhythm, and identity shape his works. (31 October 2025, 7pm to 9pm)
- Calculated and Controlled: Creative Ceramics with Purpose – Dinnerware specialists Debbie Ng and Loh Lik Kian share their design process and creative philosophy. (1 November 2025, 3pm to 5pm)
Tickets are $60 per session or $100 for both. Get your tickets via Eventbrite.
Whether you’re a serious collector, a casual crafter, or just clay-curious, Singapore Clay Festival 2025 is the place to be.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the venue wheelchair accessible?
Yes, the Singapore Chinese Cultural Centre is a modern venue and is fully wheelchair accessible, with lifts serving all floors.
Is the Singapore Clay Festival family-friendly?
Totally! Many workshops are open to kids aged seven and above, and there’s plenty to see and do for families who love hands-on, creative experiences.
Can I buy ceramics at the festival?
Absolutely. The Clay Makers’ Market features over 220 artists selling one-of-a-kind ceramic pieces — from minimalist mugs to sculptural art. Remember to bring a tote for all your finds!
How can I stay updated on the latest news and programme details?
Please visit the official Singapore Clay Festival website and follow its socials. This is the best way to ensure you don't miss out on any exciting updates!
