Family Day (May 2)
2026-04-18T16:37:27-07:00Free family day at The Crucible—tour our space, try hands-on art, meet students, and explore camps, classes, and creative fun for all ages!
Fused Glass Flowers (Apr 23)
2026-04-13T15:30:22-07:00Thursday, April 23, 4–7 PM $35 / person (two plant stems) Ages 7+ (under 12 must be with an adult)
Fused Glass Flowers (March 7)
2026-04-17T20:35:52-07:00Thursday, April 23, 4–7 PM $35 / person (two plant stems) Ages 7+ (under 12 must be with an adult)
Free Public Tours
2026-04-13T14:08:41-07:00See hands-on creativity in action while experiencing the nation's largest industrial and fine arts facility with 18 studios under one roof!
Community Food Distribution Ride (FEB 22)
2026-02-26T23:06:16-08:00Ride for a Feast: Community Food Distribution
Sunday, February 22, 11:00 AM
RSVP for FREE
🕐 Sunday, February 22, 11:00 AM
📍 Start—MacArthur BART Station
📍 End—Sana’a Cafe
👉 Route—https://ridewithgps.com/routes/53375977
👉RSVP—https://forms.gle/mCWsPrgtYGLrkM6E7
Join us for a slow, family-friendly community ride through West Oakland as we deliver food to free community pantries and fridges. Meet at 10:30, roll out at 11:00.
The West Oakland Bike Resource Hub is funded in part by the California Air Resources Board’s Sustainable Transportation Equity Project, which is part of California Climate Investments, a statewide initiative that puts billions of Cap-and-Trade dollars to work reducing greenhouse gas emissions, strengthening the economy, and improving public health and the environment — particularly in disadvantaged communities.
Date and Time
Sunday, February 22, 11:00 AM
Starts
MacArthur BART
Ends
Sana’a Cafe RSVP for FREE
How to Get Here
The Crucible is conveniently located near BART and AC Transit. We encourage public transportation. We will also have onsite bike parking.
BART
From the West Oakland BART Station, exit onto 7th Street, turn right and walk 2 blocks east to Union (at the 2nd light). The Crucible is on the northwest corner of 7th & Union, at 1260 7th Street. To plan your BART trip, visit www.bart.gov.
AC Transit & 511.org
Parking
Parking is available at 1300 7th Street. Enter the parking lot off of 7th Street heading West. Street parking is also available on 7th and Union streets.
Do not block The Crucible parking lot entrances. Do not park in lots owned by local businesses. Your car may be towed.
Fungi Hunting Fun Ride (FEB 16)
2026-02-26T23:06:16-08:00This ride is all about joy, connection, and making space for Women, Trans, and Femme riders to shine. All riders welcome!
Mosaic Heart Rocks (Jan 31)
2026-04-17T20:35:34-07:00Mosaic Heart Rocks
Saturday, January 31, 2–4 PM
Get Tickets
$35 / person
Ages 7+ (under 12 must be with an adult)
Downstairs in the Fused Glass Lab
Create a vibrant mosaic heart for a loved one or to brighten your garden. Unwind and get into a creative flow as you design and assemble your heart—no mosaic experience required. It’s a fun, relaxed way to spend time making something special with family and friends. Afterward, we invite you to join our free, monthly public tour starting at 4 PM. Get Tickets
How to Get Here
The Crucible is conveniently located near BART and AC Transit. We encourage public transportation. We will also have onsite bike parking.
BART
From the West Oakland BART Station, exit onto 7th Street, turn right and walk 2 blocks east to Union (at the 2nd light). The Crucible is on the northwest corner of 7th & Union, at 1260 7th Street. To plan your BART trip, visit www.bart.gov.
AC Transit & 511.org
Parking
Parking is available at 1300 7th Street. Enter the parking lot off of 7th Street heading West. Street parking is also available on 7th and Union streets.
Do not block The Crucible parking lot entrances. Do not park in lots owned by local businesses. Your car may be towed.
Community Bike Ride (NOV 1)
2025-11-03T16:23:50-08:00This ride is all about joy, connection, and making space for Women, Trans, and Femme riders to shine. All riders welcome!
Dia De Los Muertos Drop-in Activity
2025-11-03T16:24:53-08:00Celebrate with us by creating your own 4” x 6” Glass Skull Hanger — a colorful tribute to life and remembrance. No experience needed — just drop in and create!
GIFTY 2025: A Holiday Celebration of Local Creative Culture
2026-01-16T10:08:51-08:00GIFTY, The Crucible’s Annual Craft Show & Open House returns this December 6-7, 2025. Join us for two days of the best shopping in the Bay Area.