Glass Craft & Bead Expo

30th Anniversary Celebration!

Purchase Tickets for the 30th Anniversary Celebration!

Big things are coming and we can’t wait to celebrate with you! 🎉

The GCBE 30th Anniversary Celebration, proudly co-sponsored by Oceanside Glass & Tile, will take place on Saturday, April 18th at GCBE 2026.

This milestone event is more than a party—it’s a chance to come together and celebrate three decades of creativity, education, and community within the glass art world. Expect incredible new entertainment, delicious food and drinks, and plenty of fun surprises, all designed to create unforgettable memories.

It’s also a fantastic opportunity to network with the vibrant glass art community connect with fellow students, instructors, exhibitors, industry leaders, and longtime GCBE friends. Whether you’re reconnecting with familiar faces or meeting new ones, this celebration will be the perfect setting to spark conversations, collaborations, and inspiration.

Students, instructors, exhibitors, and attendees are all warmly invited to join in the festivities. Mark your calendar now and get ready for an evening filled with creativity, connection, and celebration.

More exciting details—including entertainment highlights and event updates will be announced soon. Trust us… this is one anniversary you won’t want to miss!

You are cordially invited to join us for a meet and greet party on Saturday night, April 18, outside by the pool at the South Point Hotel.

This is a great opportunity to network with other students, instructors, exhibitors and attendees, enjoy some delicious food and drinks, and have fun in a relaxed atmosphere. The party will start at 7 p.m. and last until 10 p.m. Tickets are required to attend.

Advanced tickets cost $40 per person. Advance Sales end Midnight PST on April 13th. Tickets will still be available for $45 per person at the show starting April 15th. Two drink tickets are included with every ticket purchase.

We look forward to seeing you there!

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If you lose your tickets or drink tickets they will not be replaced, and new tickets will need to be purchases.


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