Empty Bowls Detroit 2026 at Still Life Studio

Celebrating 36 years, Empty Bowls is returning to its roots in metro Detroit!

This meaningful event is simple and powerful: guests receive a handmade ceramic bowl and a meal in exchange for a donation, helping support hunger relief in our community.

Still Life is proud to be a Table Sponsor, and we’re also contributing bowls and volunteering at the event. We’d love for our community to be part of it.

Empty Bowls needs your help — let’s show everyone how Detroit gets things done. Here are a few ways you can support the event:

1. Donate a Bowl
We’re collecting handmade bowls at the studio. If you’re able, please contribute one to the collection table.

2. Purchase a Ticket
Tickets are $40 and include a handmade bowl and a meal.
📅 Friday, March 27
⏰ 11:00–1:30 or 2:30–5:00

Purchase Your Tickets Here > Empty Bowls Detroit Tickets

3. Volunteer at the Event
Help welcome guests, assist with setup and teardown, display bowls, support the culinary team, and more.

Sign up here > Volunteer Sign Up

4. Spread the Word
Share the event with your friends or on social media to help us reach more people.

We’re grateful for your support of this meaningful event and hope you’ll join us in making it a success. Please let us know if you have any questions—we’re happy to help! Contact our team in the studio, send us  DM on Instagram or message us at