The Great Plate 2026

Our largest annual fundraiser is back this October 2026!

Since 2008, The Great Plate (and 2024 Creative Cup event) has helped fund projects at the Quarry — from the addition of the Phoenix Soda kiln to supporting ongoing improvements to our Pottery Room. Thanks to our contributing artists and generous community, these initiatives continue to nurture our creative community. 

Important dates to remember:

• Opening Night: Thursday 22nd October | 5pm – 7pm
• Exhibition Dates: Friday 22nd October – Wednesday 4th November 2026
• Trade Me Auction opens: Thursday 22nd October | 6pm
• Trade Me Auction closes: Friday 30th October
• Exhibition closes: Wed 4th November
• Date to collect plates purchased at auction: Saturday 7th November 9:30am - 4:30pm

60 artists have been confirmed from across Aotearoa. All are welcome to celebrate the opening night and the massive community event that is The Great Plate. With contributing artists from all over New Zealand working in a range of styles from ceramics to drawing to fabric, there's something on display to tickle every creative taste. Bid online on your favourite plates from anywhere in New Zealand! Successful buyers can collect their plates from the Quarry (free of charge, after Sat 7th Nov) or courier to a nominated address (nationwide).

Vote for the People's Choice Award! Sponsored by Creative Northland. Vote in gallery or online HERE. 

TradeMe link CLICK HERE