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San Joaquin Clay and Glass Association Announces 45th Fall Clay & Glass Festival

Fresno, CA — September 17, 2026 — The San Joaquin Clay and Glass Association (SJCGA) is bringing its 45th Fall Clay & Glass Festival to Fresno on Saturday, November 21, 2026, from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM at the grounds of Redeemer Lutheran Church, 1084 W. Bullard Avenue.

For 45 years, the Clay & Glass Festival has been a beloved tradition within Central California’s creative community—and this fall, SJCGA is inviting even more of the Central Valley to discover what has made this event a favorite among artists, collectors, and lovers of handmade art for decades.

This year’s festival will feature more than 50 artists and makers, making it one of SJCGA’s largest festivals to date. The one-day outdoor marketplace will showcase an extraordinary variety of handcrafted work, including ceramics, glass, sculpture, jewelry, home décor, garden art, and one-of-a-kind pieces.

Visitors can shop directly from the artists, meet the makers behind the work, and discover unique handmade pieces just in time for the holiday season. From beautifully crafted functional pottery to bold sculptural work and striking glass art, the festival offers something for longtime collectors, art lovers, holiday shoppers, and anyone looking for something truly special.

The Clay & Glass Festival has long been something of a hidden gem in Central California’s arts scene. While the event has been well known within the pottery, glass, and broader arts community, SJCGA is working to bring this remarkable collection of artists and makers to an even larger Central Valley audience.

“This festival is really about bringing people together,” says SJCGA Board Member and Volunteer Bibi Bielat. “We have an incredible community of artists here in the Central Valley, and the festival gives the public a chance to meet them, see what they’re making, and take home something made by hand. After 45 years, we’re excited to see this tradition continue to grow.”

The Fall Clay & Glass Festival offers a relaxed, outdoor setting where visitors can take their time exploring the booths, talking with artists, discovering new work, and enjoying the creative energy of one of the Central Valley’s longest-running arts traditions.

A Unique Holiday Shopping Experience

With the holidays just around the corner, the Fall Clay & Glass Festival is an opportunity to shop local and find gifts that are anything but ordinary. With more than 50 artists under one roof—or, more accurately, under a whole lot of outdoor tents—shoppers will find an incredible range of handmade work at a variety of price points.

Whether you're looking for a special gift, a new piece for your home, something beautiful for the garden, or simply want to spend a Saturday surrounded by creativity, the festival offers an experience that goes well beyond traditional holiday shopping.

For media planning coverage, the best time for filming opportunities and artist interviews is between 10:00 AM and 12:00 PM, when the festival is most active and participating artists are readily available.

Interviews and advance mentions are encouraged, and 15-, 30-, and 60-second video packages are available upon request.

Event Details

What: 45th Fall Clay & Glass Festival
When: Saturday, November 21, 2026 | 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Where: Redeemer Lutheran Church Grounds, 1084 W. Bullard Ave., Fresno, CA
Admission: Free and open to the public
Parking: Free

The event will take place outdoors rain or shine.

For more information, visit the San Joaquin Clay and Glass Association online or follow SJCGA on social media for artist previews, festival updates, and featured makers.

Media Contact

Bibi Bielat
SJCGA Board Member & Volunteer
info@sanjoaquinclayglass.org

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