When: Saturday, December 20, 2025 12:00 PM - 5:00 PM

Where: 2213 Snelling Ave, Minneapolis, MN 55404

Free and open to the public. Light refreshments will be provided. View Travel & Parking Info, Accessibility Details, and FAQ here

Shop for Glass Art Gifts: Celebrate the vibrant art community of Minnesota this holiday season by exploring the world of glass art created by talented local artists. Browse a wide selection of glass art pieces from high end home decor to fun stocking stuffers and more! Items such as sculpture, jewelry, tableware, ornaments, and season treats will be available for purchase. By choosing to shop with local artists, not only do you support the growth and vitality of our community, but you also acquire pieces that hold a deeply personal touch. Make your gift giving meaningful by investing in art that not only beautifies its surroundings but supports your local glass public access facility. Join us at Foci Minnesota Center for Glass Arts as we showcase the extraordinary talents of our local artists! Receive a free glassy gift with your gallery purchase of $30 or more!

Watch Free Glassblowing Demonstrations: Warm up and observe glassblowing in action at the Foci MCGA hotshop! This is a great opportunity to watch professional glass artists work together to create their artwork, and gain some insight into the process. Questions are welcome. Free and open to the public. Seating is provided. Only offered specific dates/times. Free and open to the public. Light refreshments will be provided.

Design Your Own Glass Icicle: Sign up in advance to work with a professional glass artist to create a borosilicate glass icicle ornament with the color and twist pattern of your choosing! After selecting the colors and patterning, watch it get created in real time right before your eyes on a tabletop flameworking torch! $20.00/icicle. Pre registration only. Takes approx. 15 minutes. Hands-off experience. Sign up here: Design Your Own | Glass Icicle

Design Your Own Blown Glass Ornament: Sign up in-person to work with a professional glassblower to select the color and patterning of your own custom glassblown ornament! After selecting the colors and patterning, watch it get created in real time right before your eyes in the glassblowing studio! $45.00/ornament. Limited walk-ins available day of (first come, first serve), as well as pre registration. Takes approx. 15 minutes. Hands-off experience. Sign up here: Design Your Own | Blown Glass Ornament