Clay-o’-Lanterns

Sun, 07 Sep, 2025 at 05:00 pm to Thu, 06 Nov, 2025 at 09:00 pm UTC-05:00

1142 W 18th St | Chicago

Color Cocktail Factory
Publisher/HostColor Cocktail Factory
Clay-o\u2019-Lanterns
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✨ Forget messy pumpkin guts—this Halloween, carve CLAY instead!

Join us for our Clay Pumpkin Carving Class
About this Event

This Halloween, skip the messy pumpkin guts and carve your very own clay pumpkin lantern!

In this class, you’ll shape a hollow clay pumpkin, then carve fun faces, patterns, and spooky designs right into the clay. Our team will harden the outside of the clay first, giving you that perfect “carve-ready” surface—just like a pumpkin.


At Color Cocktail Factory, we believe that art should be available for everyone. That’s why our pumpkin carving class is priced at only $25 per person—the most affordable option in Chicago! This activity is perfect for large groups, families, or anyone who has never played with clay and just wants to try something new and fun this Halloween season.


When finished, your pumpkin can be bisque fired for only $5 per piece. This way, you’ll have a permanent keepsake to light up with an LED candle every year.





💲 Pricing



  • $25 per person (includes clay, tools, and instruction)
  • Bisque firing: $5 per pumpkin (optional, paid on-site)


⏰ Class Details



  • Duration: 2 hours
  • Format: Public class (up to 12–15 participants)
  • Private Parties: Available outside regular hours






⚠️ Notes



  • Pumpkins will be ready for pickup 3–4 weeks after firing.
  • Not guaranteed to hold water (decorative only).
  • Use LED tealights only—no open flames.


📍 Location & Parking



  • Address: 1142 W 18th St, Chicago (next to Bobijoa Korean Kitchen, across from Chicago Tattoo).
  • Parking: Street parking only (paid and limited). We recommend public transit, Uber/Lyft, or arriving early to allow time to park and walk a couple blocks.




🕒 Class Times



  • Classes begin promptly 10 minutes after the scheduled time.
  • Late arrivals: 30+ minutes late will not be admitted. A $15 reschedule fee per ticket applies if you need to transfer.
  • Please respect the end time — staying past your session may result in a $50 per person, per hour late fee.




🪄 About the Class




  • Public group class: This is not a private session. Seating together is not guaranteed, especially if arriving late. For one-on-one instruction, ask about private lessons.
  • Messy fun! Wheel-throwing can be messy. Wear clothes you don’t mind getting dirty, or bring an overshirt. Cloth aprons are provided; disposable aprons are available for $1 (Cash, Zelle, or CashApp accepted).
  • Hand-washing stations are provided. You may bring your own small container if you prefer a personal rinse bucket.



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Event Venue & Nearby Stays

1142 W 18th St, 1142 West 18th Street, Chicago, United States

Tickets

USD 28.52 to USD 55.20

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