EVENTS

Since 1999, The Crucible has brought our community of artists, neighbors, families, students, and makers together for events ranging from artists’ talks and demos to fire performances, benefits, and community open houses. In-person events are all currently suspended due to the shelter-in-place mandate. For updates about all upcoming events, subscribe to our newsletter.

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Important Dates

February 23: Field Trip Day
March 5: Bike Fix-A-Thon
March 7: 2023 Youth Summer Camps open for Member registration
March 11 & 12: 3-Hour Tasters
March 23: Field Trip Day
March 13 & 14: 3-Hour Tasters
May 11: Field Trip Day
May 20: Fire & Light Soirée and Art Auction
June 4: Bike Fix-A-Thon
June 12–July 28: Youth Summer Camps
August 15–26: Adult weeklong classes
September 3: Bike Fix-A-Thon
December 2–3: GIFTY Craft Show & Open House
December 23, 2023–January 1, 2024: Crucible closed for winter break

Upcoming Events

Bike Shop: Free Events and Education

See our Bike Shop event page for upcoming event dates.

The Crucible is offering free, community bike maintenance and education to West Oakland and neighboring community members through our quarterly Bike Fix-A-Thons, Open Bike Shop Hours, Femme Bike Night, and Flat Fix Clinics. Drop off your bike for a tune-up or learn basic bike maintenance skills from our faculty and volunteers. We are also leading offsite events at other West Oakland locations.

2023 Enameling & Metalsmithing Equipment & Supply Sale

Saturday, September 30 | 10am – 5pm

You’re invited to the Crucible’s Enameling & Metalsmithing Equipment & Supply Sale. Treat yourself to great deals on used and lightly used metalworking and enamel tools, materials, discontinued inventory, overruns, and more. Come early for the for the best selection.

GIFTY 2023: A Holiday Celebration of Local Creative Culture

Saturday, December 2 | 12-6pm
Sunday, December 3 | 11am-4pm
Member & VIP Preview: Saturday, December 2 | 10am-12pm

GIFTY, The Crucible’s annual Craft Show & Open House returns this December 2-3. Join us for two days of the best shopping in the Bay Area. In between shopping, enjoy family-friendly activities and live demonstrations.

Free Crucible Tours

Explore our 56,000-square-foot studio during an upcoming guided tour. To accommodate different schedules, tours rotate between Saturday afternoons at 2pm and Thursday evenings at 6pm every other month. Space is limited and available on a first-come, first-served basis. Tours are subject to cancellation.

2023 Tour Dates

Thursday, April 20, 2023, 6-8pm
Saturday, May 13, 2023, 2-4pm
Thursday, June 15, 2023, 6-8pm
Saturday, July 8, 2023, 2-4pm
Thursday, August 17, 2023, 6-8pm
Saturday, September 9, 2023, 2-4pm
Thursday, October 19, 2023, 6-8pm

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Browse Past In-Person Events

GIFTY 2019: Annual Craft Show & Open House

At GIFTY 2019, dozens of leading East Bay artists, craftspeople, and Crucible faculty members will be selling their best handmade pieces in a holiday celebration of local creative...

The Crucible Goes To East Bay Mini Maker Faire 2019

Grab your friends, family, and neighbors for the 10th annual East Bay Mini Maker Faire on October 27. Celebrate the DIY spirit with family-friendly activities, exhibits, workshops,...

Tricks & Treats at The Crucible Halloween Event

Tricks And Treats At The Crucible

There is a rumor going around that if you hang out at The Crucible after dark, you might just catch a ghost passing through our haunted train caboose. We can't promise you will have any ghostly encounters on Halloween night, but we do promise to have some of the tastiest chocolate around.

October Bike Fix-A-Thon

Join us for our October Bike Fix-A-Thon. West Oakland and neighboring community members are invited to bring their bikes to our studio for a tune-up.

Artist Talk: The Art of Burning Man

Join The Crucible for a panel discussion with Karen Cusolito, Christopher Schardt, and Crimson Rose, where they will discuss how they have developed art for the playa at Burning Man.

2019 Lie-Nielsen Toolworks at The Crucible

Join us for the 2019 Lie-Nielsen Toolworks event, showcasing Lie Nielsen Toolworks top-notch woodworking hand tools. Come see how quality hand tools can make your woodworking...

The Crucible at AB&I Foundry’s Open House

Saturday, August 17, 2019 • 10am - 2pm The Crucible is taking our studios to AB&I Foundry's Open House, with fire poofers, demos in blacksmithing and foundry, and free hands-on activities!

The Crucible’s 2019 Fall Open House

Join us for a day of creativity, awe-inspiring demonstrations, and tons of free activities for you and your friends and family. At our upcoming Fall Open House, our faculty will be on hand demonstrating techniques in blacksmithing, woodworking, and glass flameworking—just to name a few.

Artist Talks: Listening to Form with Alicia Ponzio and Alexis Pavlantos

Friday, May 10, 2019 • 7 - 9pm Join The Crucible arts community for a talk by two of our artists, Alicia Ponzio and Alexis Pavlantos, about how they build and use natural forms in their sculpture and jewelry and find inspiration in the natural world.

20th Anniversary Fire & Light Soirée and Art Auction

Saturday, April 6, 2019 • 6 - 10pm Held at The Crucible, this artistic evening of fire and light begins with cocktails, followed by a delicious dinner, and fiery performances.