Argillà Italia, one of Europe’s leading international ceramics events, takes place in Faenza, Italy, every two years in September. It gathers ceramic artists, designers, and artisans from all over the world in the heart of one of Europe’s most iconic ceramic cities.
Every two years, on the first weekend of August, Argilla showcases the work of over 200 ceramic artists, sculptors, and artisans from around the world. Exhibitions, demonstrations, workshops, and sales give visitors the opportunity to discover techniques and creations while engaging directly with the artists. A must-attend festival in the Provence-Alpes-Côte d’Azur region, Argilla offers a rich and accessible artistic experience, blending creativity, exchange, and discovery.
A unique, annual celebration of ceramics – straight from the heart of Bolesławiec, Poland! Five days in August, filled with shows, workshops, and even a behind-the-scenes look at how our famous ceramics are made.
Organized by the Petrinja Tourist Board and the Ceramics Studio Petrinja (GRAK Association), it brings together artists, professionals, and enthusiasts from across Croatia and beyond. Exhibitions, creative workshops, and community gatherings, promoting pottery.
Austria’s premier ceramics market and hub of Contemporary Clay Art. Sculptural pieces, functional design, and experimental forms — the Töpfermarkt reflects the rich variety and creativity of today’s European ceramics scene.
Höhr-Grenzhausen’s European Ceramics Market is one of the oldest and most renowned ceramics markets in Europe. Since 1981, it has brought around 130 ceramic artists from across the continent to the only small town in the UNESCO Creative Cities Network for Ceramics every year in June.
Ceramics play a significant role in the city’s most important events. The town’s festivities in honour of saints Justa and Rufina, patron saints of ceramists, are held in July. This exhibition, in its amateur as well professional formats, is one of the most popular activities with the public.
A unique biennial event in France, Toques et Porcelaine transforms the historic center of Limoges into a vast gourmet village where haute cuisine and Limoges porcelain enhance each other. Since 2005, this biennial has brought together starred chefs, exceptional porcelain makers, and local producers from the Limousin region for culinary demonstrations, workshops, ceramic markets, and a gala dinner.
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info@europeanrouteofceramics.eu
stradaeuropeaceramica@pec.it (certified email address)
Associazione “Strada Europea della Ceramica” Head office: Piazza del Popolo 31, 48018, Faenza (RA), Italy C.F. 90036800390
