2025
ClayFest
May 3rd 10am-4pm, Beermann Plaza
Enjoy a free, family-friendly day of art, food, and creativity at the 37th annual ClayFest!
Come play with clay and celebrate Lincoln’s rich ceramic heritage!
ClayFest is back for its 37th year, bringing a day full of creativity, community, and hands-on fun to Lincoln!
This free, family-friendly event invites visitors of all ages to experience the magic of clay. Watch as talented ceramic artists transform donated clay pipes from Gladding McBean into breathtaking works of art.
Camp Clay
Get dirty and have fun at Camp Clay – the Lincoln Rotary Club oversees kids and adults alike, playing with clay! See pictures from last year
Enjoy Lunch
Enjoy a free lunch of hotdogs, chips, and drinks, generously provided by Gladding McBean in celebration of their 150 years in Lincoln!
Clay Pipe Carvings
Have you ever been curious what the finished and fired clay pipes look like? See several finished pipes on display now through April 13th at the Art League of Lincoln 6th Street Gallery – open Thursday-Sunday 11am-3pm.
Vendors
Food vendors & ceramic vendors will also be onsite for your enjoyment. For artists looking to participate, vendor applications are now open for ceramic sellers.
Showcase your handcrafted ceramics at ClayFest
Ceramic artists, apply for your vendor booth if you would like to sell your ceramics at ClayFest. Spaces are $50.
Clay carvers are by invitation only. Clay Carvers may also sell their ceramics while carving. Selling spaces for invited carvers are $35.
Secure your vendor booth today for the opportunity to connect with art lovers, sell your work, and be part of this exciting annual tradition.
