
2026 biennial North
Queensland Ceramic Awards
19 September 2026 to 17 January 2027

Welcome to the biennial North Queensland Ceramic Awards
These Awards date back over 50 years to 1973. Originally conceived by the North Queensland Potters Association, they've continued to flourish through Townsville City Gallery's partnership with the Potters Association. The North Queensland Ceramic Awards are now widely regarded as one of the most prestigious ceramic awards nationwide.
Major Prizes
- Major Acquisitive Prize: $10,000
- EV2 Sportswear Award: $2,000
- People's Choice Award (non-acquisitive): $1,000
- Rainford Family Award (non-acquisitive): $500
Upcoming Events
NQCA Launch
Saturday 19 September 2026
6pm for 6:30pm speeches
Perc Tucker Regional Gallery
Free, no bookings required
Judge’s Talk with Paul Davis
Sunday 20 September 2026
10:30am
Perc Tucker Regional Gallery
Free, no bookings required