Celebrating 10 years of Scenic City Clay Arts

September 29, 2026
from 6-8 PM
at Mac Avenue Event Space
in Chattanooga, TN

Chattanooga’s Most Creative Night Out

Get ready for an evening of clay, cocktails, and a little bit of chaos.

War of the Wheels is Scenic City Clay Arts' biggest fundraiser of the year, celebrating our 10th anniversary as a nonprofit with an action-packed pottery throwdown unlike anything you've seen before.

Watch some of Chattanooga's best ceramic artists battle it out through a series of fast-paced challenges that test their creativity, skill, and ability to perform under pressure. Every round raises the stakes—and every elimination brings us closer to crowning the ultimate champion.

But here's the twist...

You're not just watching the competition — you'll help shape it.

Throughout the night, you'll have opportunities to BOOST your favorite potter or BUST their competition, adding unexpected twists and influencing who takes home the trophy.

Expect incredible pottery, great food and drinks, friendly rivalries, and plenty of laughs.

What’s Included

$55 / General Admission

Perfect for a fun night out while supporting SCCA.

Your ticket includes:

  • Two drink tickets (beer, wine, signature cocktail, or soda)

  • Heavy hors d'oeuvres from favorite Chattanooga restaurants

  • Access to our giving wall featuring handmade pottery and unique local experiences

  • Live pottery throwdown competition - a unique experience you can’t see anywhere else!

Additional drink tickets will be available for purchase.

$75 / Supporter Ticket

Want to make an even bigger impact?

Choose our Supporter Ticket and enjoy the full event experience while making an additional contribution to Scenic City Clay Arts' Scholarship Fund, helping remove financial barriers so more people in our community can experience ceramics through classes or membership.

$85 / VIP Ticket

Make it an unforgettable evening supporting the arts in Chattanooga.

Everything included with General Admission, plus:

  • Early entry to an exclusive VIP Happy Hour

  • An extra drink ticket

  • Exclusive SCCA swag

  • A chance to try out the pottery wheel for yourself during the event

  • Extra time to browse the silent auction before doors open

More than a competition

Every ticket purchased helps Scenic City Clay Arts continue our mission of making ceramics accessible to everyone.

Your support helps provide:

  • Affordable pottery classes

  • Scholarships for students

  • Community outreach programs

  • Youth ceramics education

  • Free and low-cost opportunities to experience clay throughout Chattanooga

Together, we're building a stronger, more creative community—one piece of pottery at a time.

Meet the Potters

  • David Bunch

    SCCA INSTRUCTOR

    With a vision for building something meaningful, our founder brings a blend of big-picture thinking and hands-on experience.
    They set the tone for everything we do.

  • Sara Wiggins

    SCCA INSTRUCTOR

    Focused, approachable, and driven by results, our sales manager is all about building strong relationships. They help connect people to the right solutions—with clarity and care.

  • Clay Alexander

    SCCA MEMBER

    Creative and strategic in equal measure, our marketing director brings fresh ideas to every campaign. They turn insights into action and help our message resonate with the right audience.

FAQs

What should I wear?

1

Come as you are! We’re here to have fun and connect with each other.

I’m interested in sponsoring the event. Can I learn more?

2

Absolutely! We have tons of different sponsorship opportunities. Contact Associate Director, Emily Lloyd, at emily@sceniccityclayarts.org for more information.

What makes you different?

3

We combine a thoughtful, human-centered approach with clear communication and reliable results. It’s not just what we do—it’s how we do it that sets us apart.

How can I contact you?

4

You can reach us anytime via our contact page or email. We aim to respond quickly—usually within one business day.