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.
Important Dates
- March 5: Bike Fix-A-Thon
- March 12 & 13: 3-Hour Tasters
- April 4–15: Spring Break Youth Camps
- May 21: Fire & Light Soirée
- May 30: The Crucible is closed for Memorial Day
- June 4: Bike Fix-A-Thon
- June 20–August 5: Youth Summer Camps
- July 4: The Crucible is closed for the Fourth of July
- August 15–26: Adult weeklong classes
- September 3: Bike Fix-A-Thon
- September 5: the Crucible is closed for Labor Day
- November 11: The Crucible is closed for Veteran’s Day
- December 2–4: GIFTY Craft Show & Open House
- December 10: Bike Fix-A-Thon
- December 24, 2022–January 2, 2023: The Crucible is closed for winter break
Upcoming Events
Bike Shop: Free Events and Education
The Crucible is offering free, community bike maintenance and education to West Oakland and neighboring community members through our quarterly Bike Fix-A-Thons and Open Bike Shop Hours. Drop off your bike for a tune-up or learn basic bike maintenance skills from our faculty and volunteers.
Our next Bike Fix-A-Thon is Saturday, June 4, 2022, 12-3pm.
Open Bike Shop Hours are held Thursdays from 4-8pm.
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GIFTY 2018: Holiday Celebration of Local Creative Culture
Saturday, December 15, 2018 • 10am-6pm Sunday, December 16, 2018 • 11am-5pm • 7–10pm At GIFTY 2018, 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 culture.
Lie-Nielsen Toolworks Hand Tool Event
Friday, September 7, 2018 • 10am-6pm Saturday, September 8, 2018 • 10am-5pm We are hosting a free community event with Lie Nielsen Toolworks, showcasing their top-notch woodworking hand tools. Come see how quality hand tools can make your woodworking projects easier, with demonstrations by Kevin Drake of Glen-Drake Toolworks in Fort Bragg, California.
The Crucible’s Fire & Water Open House
Saturday, August 25, 2018 • 12 - 5pm Join us at the end of the summer for a day of fine and industrial arts inspired by aquatic life and the most abundant natural resource! Nineteen of our departments will be celebrating water with art, fire, and fun, while raising awareness and funds for The Ocean Cleanup.
Summer Bike Sale at The Crucible
Sunday, August 12, 2018 • 11am - 5pm Looking for a great deal on a bike? The Crucible Bike Shop has a selection of quality used bicycles that have been fully rebuilt by our youth and volunteer mechanics. And, get prepared for the playa- many of these bikes are perfect for Burning Man!
2018 Fire & Light Soirée and Art Auction
Saturday, April 7, 2018 • 6 - 10pm This unique signature fundraiser, sustains our one-of-a-kind industrial arts education programs. Join us in celebrating the contributions of honoree Charles R. Olson, past Crucible Board President.
The Crucible’s 2018 Spring Open House
Saturday, March 31, 2018 • 12 - 5pm Join us this Spring for a taste of what you can create in the fine and industrial arts, with discounted class, exciting demonstrations, a carefully curated Art Gallery, and more!
GIFTY 2017: Our holiday celebration of local creative culture
Friday, December 15, 2017 • 7pm-9:30pm Saturday, December 16, 2017 • 10am-6pm Sunday, December 17, 2017 • 11am-5pm 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 culture.
Lie-Nielsen Toolworks Hand Tool Event
Friday, September 22, 2017 • 10am-6pm Saturday, September 23, 2017 • 10am-5pm We are hosting a free community event with Lie Nielsen Toolworks, showcasing their top-notch woodworking hand tools. Come see how quality hand tools can make your woodworking projects easier, with demonstrations by Kevin Drake of Glen-Drake Toolworks in Fort Bragg, California.
The Crucible’s 2017 Fall Open House
Saturday, September 9, 2017 • 12 - 5pm Designed to give you a peek into the programs and events we run all year long, our open houses are a wonderful way to experience the excitement of The Crucible!
2017 Fire & Light Soirée and Art Auction
Saturday, April 8, 2017 • 6pm Save the date for an evening of art, industry, community, creativity, and fire in support of The Crucible’s education programs. Join us in celebrating the contributions and vision of honoree Dr. Frances Hellman, who has been a valued member of The Crucible’s community for more than a decade.