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. For updates about all upcoming events, subscribe to our newsletter.
Some of Our Past Events
- Weeklong Adult Classes
- The Crucible’s 25th Birthday!
- Field Trip Day
- West Oakland Bike Summit
- Youth Summer Camps
- Fuego Youth Leadership Reception
- GIFTY vendor applications open
- Weeklong Adult Classes
- Open Studios
- GIFTY 2024
Thanks to the following partners who support our events throughout the year:







Free Crucible Tours
Join us for a free, semi-monthly Crucible tour! Learn about the history of our 56,000-square-foot studio, the art and artists that make our space unique, and our nonprofit mission to keep the industrial and fine arts accessible to all.
To accommodate different schedules, tours alternate between Saturday afternoons at 2pm and Thursday evenings at 6pm.
Space is limited and available on a first-come, first-served basis in person. Feel free to RSVP on Eventbrite: Free Crucible Tours! RSVPs made through Eventbrite are for reminder purposes only and do not act as a reservation. Tours are subject to cancellation.
Please note: a portion of the tour requires the use of stairs.
- May 1, 2025 (Thu) – 6pm
- May 17, 2025 (Sat) – 2pm
- May 29, 2025 (Thu) – 6pm
- June 14, 2025 (Sat) – 2pm
- June 26, 2025 (Thu) – 6pm
- July 12, 2025 (Sat) – 2pm
- July 24, 2025 (Thu) – 6pm
- August 9, 2025 (Sat) – 2pm
- September 6, 2025 (Sat) – 2pm
- October 16, 2025 (Thu) – 6pm
- November 13, 2025 (Thu) – 6pm
- December 11, 2025 (Thu) – 6pm
Can’t wait to see inside?
Check out our virtual 3D Tour by clicking the button below!
