Visual Arts Center of New Jersey

Raku-Fest 2025
2025-10-25 - 2025-10-26 | NJ
Join us for Raku-Fest! Raku-Fest showcases a unique ceramic firing process in which red-hot ceramic pieces are transferred directly from the kiln into a container of combustible materials. The heat of the ceramic causes the materials to ignite, and the resulting smoke creates one-of-a-kind effects in the ceramic glaze.
Attend the Event—advance registration required
A limited capacity audience can watch the action live as multiple raku firings take place throughout the day. Admission is available for either morning (10 AM–12:30 PM) or afternoon (1–3:30 PM) on both days. Attendees may arrive any time during their time window. Walk-ins the day of the event will be available only if capacity allows.
$5 per person admission fee. Children 17 & under are free, but must be accompanied by a paying adult. Maximum of one free child per paying adult, please.
Saturday Morning (10 AM–12:30 PM)
Saturday Afternoon (1–3:30 PM)
Sunday Morning (10 AM–12:30 PM)
Sunday Afternoon (1–3:30 PM)
Glaze Items for Purchase
An assortment of pre-made ceramic pieces will be available for purchase for participants to glaze and have fired during the event. Items available for purchase and glazing include: jewelry pieces, plates, and pots of varying sizes.

Jewelry Piece: $12
Plate: $25
Student Piece: $20
Wheel-thrown Pot: $30
