🔥 Live Glass Blowing | Cold Drinks | Local Art | Music & More! 🍻

Join us on the first Friday of every month, May through October, for an electrifying night of fire, art, and craft beer in the heart of Nevada City! Hot Glass, Cold Beer brings together world-class glassblowers, live music, and a vibrant community marketplace for an unforgettable evening.

All ages welcome and entry is free of charge!

🎨 Witness Glass Blowing Magic!
Experience the mesmerizing dance of fire and glass as expert artists demonstrate both off-hand and lampworking techniques. Watch molten glass transform into stunning works of art—right before your eyes!

🍻 Sip & Collect!
With the purchase of a handcrafted "weeble" (glass cup) made by students of The Curious Forge, enjoy unlimited beer, wine, and Elixart’s signature mocktails all night long. Your cup is more than just a drink vessel—it’s a piece of art!

🛍️ Shop Local & Connect!
Browse the works of guest artists, craftspeople, and local businesses showcasing their talents. Meet the makers, find one-of-a-kind treasures, and explore what Nevada City’s vibrant art scene has to offer.

🎶 Live Music & Good Vibes!
Feel the energy of the night with live performances curated by Mountain House Studios, creating the perfect soundtrack for this fiery celebration of art.

📍 Where? N. Pine Street (between Broad & Commercial)
🕓 When? 4 PM – 10 PM | First Friday of Every Month (May–October)
🎟️ Who? 21+ for drinks | All ages welcome for art & entertainment

🔥 Why This Matters 🔥
Nevada City is bursting with creative potential, and Hot Glass, Cold Beer is here to ignite a movement! With the collaboration of Friar Tuck’s, The Curious Forge, Mountain House Studios, Elixart, and a talented lineup of artists, we’re putting our town on the map as a glass art hub—a place where artists, collectors, and enthusiasts unite.

Come for the fire. Stay for the art. Be part of the movement.

🚀 Mark your calendar & join us for an unforgettable night of creativity, community, and craft drinks! All ages welcome and entry is free of charge!