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3rd Annual Holiday Sip & Shop at Queenston Pottery

Kick off your holiday shopping with local flair! Enjoy fine wine, live wheel-throwing demos, and meet local artisans at Queenston Pottery’s annual gallery open house in Niagara-on-the-Lake.

Uncover one-of-a-kind, locally made treasures at Queenston Pottery’s 3rd Annual Holiday Sip & Shop!

Stroll through our multi-tiered studio gallery while sipping a complimentary glass of Colaneri Niagara wine. Browse a fresh collection of kiln-fired ceramics—including classic pottery mugs, berry bowls, wine goblets, and brand-new seasonal designs—perfect for thoughtful holiday gift-giving.

Special Daily Highlights (1:00 PM – 4:00 PM):

• Saturdays (Nov 14 & Nov 21): Meet the Artists

  Chat with resident ceramic sculptor Marzi Alimo and woodworker Hassan Ghanati of Zima Artworks as they share insights into their creative woodworking and sculpting techniques.

• Sundays (Nov 15 & Nov 22): Wheel Demos & Open Wheel

  Watch live pottery demonstrations by ceramicist Candice Boese, then roll up your sleeves to experience shaping clay on the potter's wheel yourself!

Every visitor can enter our holiday door prize draws for a chance to take home handcrafted studio creations. Bring a friend, support local artisans, and celebrate the season in Niagara-on-the-Lake!

Event At-A-Glance Details:

• Dates: November 14–15 & November 21–22, 2026

• Hours: 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM Daily (Featured highlights: 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM)

• Location: Queenston Pottery — 1648 York Road, Niagara-on-the-Lake, ON

• Admission: FREE (Open to the public, no RSVP required)

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