CAROLINA POTTERY FESTIVAL RETURNS NOVEMBER 7!
By Daria McGinnis | Cleveland County Arts Council
SHELBY, N.C. – The Carolina Pottery Festival returns for its 26th year on Saturday, Nov. 7, 2026, from 10:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the LeGrand Center, 1800 E. Marion St. in Shelby, NC.
This pottery festival attracts crowds of pottery lovers with over 45 well-known regional potters showing and selling their work. It is one of the largest “pottery only” festivals in the southeast with a wide range of traditional and contemporary work that is functional, decorative and sculptural. Artists are on hand to talk about their inspiration, methods of creation and answer any questions.
This festival was started by potters, for potters and continues to celebrate and honor the rich heritage of pottery in our region.
“This is an excellent way to see so many different styles of pottery all under one roof,” stated Bobbi Black, one of the Festival founders. “Our goal has always been to showcase a wide variety of pottery and to give customers the opportunity to meet the potters while they shop.”
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The pottery festival is coordinated by the Cleveland County Arts Council.
“We are thrilled to be back this year with many returning potters as well as potters who are new to our festival,” commented Stephanie Pasour, Executive Director of the Arts Council.
Parking is convenient and free. Admission is $10.00, with those 17 and under being free.
Tickets may be purchased in advance on-line at:
For more information, contact the Cleveland County Arts Council, 704-484-2787 or visit
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Daria McGinnis is the marketing director for The Cleveland County Arts Council.
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