The Venice Glass Week 2026 - one of Venice’s most celebrated cultural events dedicated to the art of glassmaking:
What is The Venice Glass Week?
- The Venice Glass Week is an international festival that celebrates, supports, and promotes the art and craft of glassmaking — a tradition for which Venice and especially Murano are world-renowned. It includes exhibitions, installations, demonstrations, talks, workshops, guided tours, and performances spread across the city, Murano, and Mestre.
Dates for 2026
- The 10th edition of The Venice Glass Week will take place from 12 to 20 September 2026.
Where it happens
- Events are hosted throughout Venice, Murano, and Mestre, with many venues including museums, galleries, studios, and public spaces.
What to expect
- A rich programme of artistic glass exhibitions, live demonstrations at furnaces, installations, talks and conferences, guided tours, and interactive events celebrating both traditional techniques and contemporary glass art.
- Many events are free, while others may have specific ticketing or reservation details depending on the venue.
Festival highlights
- Central collective exhibitions such as The Venice Glass Week HUB and the HUB Under35 (showcasing both established artists and emerging talent).
- Awards and prizes recognizing innovation and artistic excellence in glass.
Culture and tradition
- The festival not only highlights historical Venetian glassmaking techniques but also fosters innovation and dialogue between artists, designers, and the public.