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 nuture 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, but there's still room for a few more! 

You can express your interest in creating a plate for this year's fundraiser by email to Rosie at gallery@quarryarts.org

Online form for Great Plate 2026