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The Crucible’s Annual Craft Show and Open House

December 6-7, 2025
Sat 12-6pm / Sun 11am-4pm

Our FREE event held annually during the first full weekend of December at The Crucible’s 56,000-square-foot warehouse in West Oakland. Featuring 50+ local vendors, hands-on activities, live demonstrations, food, drinks, class discounts, and more. We are now accepting vendor applications!

Thanks to the following partners who support our events throughout the year!

Experience GIFTY

Celebrate the creative community here in the Bay Area.

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Live Demos

See live demonstrations by our expert faculty in Blacksmithing, Ceramics, Enameling, Foundry, Glass Blowing, Neon, and Woodworking.
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Hands-On Activities

There’s something for everyone at GIFTY. Families can enjoy free hands-on activities like Mexican tin art, leather keychains, and clay mountain.
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Food Trucks

Step outside for a bite from one of our food truck vendors. We’ll have Crazy Empanada on Saturday and Halal Bites of Chicago on Sunday!
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Raffle Prizes

Youth can enter to win a free refurbished ride from our Bike Shop and adults can enter to win a free 3-Hour Taster class.
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Grab A Drink

Quench your thirst! Stop by the bar and grab an adult beverage, hot drink, or light refreshments.
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$25 Off Crucible Classes

Don’t miss this GIFTY exclusive! Get $25 off when you register for any class during our event weekend.

Past Year Highlights

GIFTY Vendor Applications Now Open!

Applications open: Friday, August 1, 2025
Applications close: Friday, October 11, 2025

I Want to Apply!

As a GIFTY vendor, you’ll engage with 3,500+ shoppers eager to support local entrepreneurs. Vendor categories include Bath & Body, Food & Drink, Glass, Homewares, Leather & Textiles, Paper & Mixed Media, Ceramics, Jewelry, and more. A minimum of 20% of vendor spots are reserved for BIPOC artisans. Priority will be given to vendors who live and/or make their products in the Bay Area or bring something unique to the event offerings.

PRICING

No fee to apply
$495 – Large Booth (10′ x 10′)
$375 – Small Booth (8′ x 6′)
$275 – Staff & Faculty Discount Small Booth (8′ x 6′)
Discounted spots may be available for qualifying low-income vendors.