Beale Pottery marks a decade in business with Rhythm and Raku Fest, a full day of art, music, food, and fire. The centerpiece of the event is the Raku Pumpkin Experience - 500 individually numbered ceramic pumpkins handmade just for the festival. Choose yours, decorate it with Raku glazes, then watch as the crew takes it through the fire in one of six Raku kilns running throughout the day. No experience needed, and every piece is completely one-of-a-kind. The Raku Pumpkin Experience is $65 with only 500 available, offered at three start times: 12pm, 2:30pm, and 5pm.

Live music, food vendors, and drink vendors round out a festive fall celebration worth making the trip for. Tickets are $10 in advance or $15 at the gate.