Spend some time in Centerway Square and watch gaffers from The Corning Museum of Glass create a one-of-a-kind glass pieces live on stage. Demonstrations will begin at the top of each hour and last approximately 15-20 minutes. The demos are fully narrated-fun for the whole family!
Friday, May 25 12:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Saturday, May 26 11:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Sunday, May 27 11:00 AM - 5:00 PM
If there's one event at GlassFest that you don't want to miss, it is Rock the Park, presented by Simmons Rockwell Auto Dealerships. This three-day Free concert is one of the highlights of GlassFest. Join us in Riverfront Centennial Park on Friday & Saturday night and Sunday afternoon, for amazing live music, local vendors, fireworks (Saturday only), and a Memorial Day Tribute (Sunday)
Friday, May 25th
8:30-10:00 PM
DSB-Detour
The same band members of DSB, the crowd favorite Journey tribute band will perform hits from AC/DC, Bon Jovi, Night Rider, Metallica, Loverboy,
Foreigner, Toto and many more. This is one show you must see!
Saturday, May 26th
6:30-7:45 PM
Lucky Number
Saturday, May 26th
8:15-9:45 PM
DSB
The area's favorite Journey Tribute band, DSB, returns to perform your favorite Journey songs. Since 2009, DSB's high energy stage production and accurate recreations of Journey classics have made them the #1 Journey Tribute Show in the world.
DSB has been highly revered as the "next best thing" to Journey. They have captured the lush and signature sound of renowned vocalist Steve Perry and Journey in their prime. Complete with a band of world-class musicians, DSB remains true to Journey's musical legacy and delivers the nostalgic concert experience that will keep you believing!
Sunday, May 27th
12-1 PM Quentin Harriger
Quentin grew up on a country road in upstate New York where county music was and remains the soundtrack to the blue-collar life. Music was a hobby that turned into opportunities that led him to win Twin Tiers Idol and Hawk Hitmaker as well as opening for several Nashville acts including Eric Paslay, Phil Vassar, Darryl Worley and more. He has released two studio singles "I'm An American" and "Creekbed".
1:00-2:30 PM Ayla Brown & Rob Bellamy
Ayla is an American recording artist and former NCAA basketball player who has relocated to Nashville, TN to further her singing/songwriting career. She was on American Idol Season 5 and placed in the top 16. Ayla has sang the National Anthem all over our country and most recently at the 2018 Olympics in South Korea. Ayla has been performing and recording since 2004. In 2010, she traveled to Afghanistan to perform for our troops and has recorded Heroes & Hometowns, a seven-song EP featuring a studio version of “The Star Spangled Banner” in addition to all original patriotic-inspired songs. A portion of all CD sales benefit a Massachusetts-based military non-profit called Hugs for Heroes.
Joining Ayla is local favorite Rob Bellamy, who is known in this area from his playing days as an Elmira Jackal. Rob retired from a professional ice hockey career. He most recently played for the South Carolina Stingrays of the ECHL. Bellamy was originally drafted 92nd overall by the Philadelphia Flyers in the 2004 NHL Entry Draft. Rob is also a singer/songwriter who has also relocated to Nashville to pursue a career in music.
3:00-4:30 PM Tony Jackson
Former Marine Tony Jackson at the age of 40 became an internet sensation with a video of himself singing “The Grand Tour” a big hit for another former Marine, the late George Jones. Now Jackson has left a successful career as a senior vice president at a Fortune 500 bank to pursue a career in traditional country music. Tony’s self-titled debut album features Rock & Roll Hall of Famer John Sebastian and County Music Hall of Famer Vince Gill. His exploding fan base has exceeded 45 million Facebook views and 1 million shares. Join us for an unforgettable performance by rising star Tony Jackson performing some of your favorite George Jones songs in addition to his current hits.
MASTERPIX Fine Glass Prints
Friday, Saturday, and Sunday Business Hours
From May 25-27th, participants can search for MASTERPIX glass prints in participating Gaffer District businesses for a chance to win great prizes including:
Scavenger Hunt Instructions:
Entry forms can be picked up starting Friday, May 25th at the Corning Gaffer District Information Tent in Centerway Square.
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Glass Ribbon Cutting Ceremony, 5:30pm (Corning Museum of Glass)
2300°: GlassFest, 6–8pm (Corning Museum of Glass)
MASTERPIX™ Fine Glass Prints Scavenger Hunt, Business Hours (Participating Businesses)
Outdoor Hot Glass Demos, 12–8pm (Centerway Square)
Finger Lakes Wine & Beer Tasting, 5–8pm (Participating Businesses)
Live Music - DSB Detour: A Journey Through Classic Rock 8:30–10pm
GlassFest 8K Race, 8am (War Memorial Stadium)
MASTERPIX™ Fine Glass Prints Scavenger Hunt, Business Hours (Participating Businesses)
Street Exhibits, Artists & Vendors, 11am–7pm (Market St)
Outdoor Hot Glass Demos, 11am–8pm (Centerway Square)
Kids Activities, 3–8pm
Live Music - Lucky Number 6:30–7:45pm
Live Music - DSB "America's Favorite Journey Tribute Band" 8:15–9:45pm
Kids Glow Stick Giveaway, 8pm
Fireworks, 10pm
MASTERPIX™ Fine Glass Prints Scavenger Hunt, Business Hours (Participating Businesses)
Street Exhibits, Artists & Vendors, 10am–4pm (Market St)
Outdoor Hot Glass Demos, 11am–5pm (Centerway Square)
Kids Activities, 12–4pm
Live Music - Quentin Harriger 12–1:00pm
Live Music - Ayla Brown & Rob Bellamy 1–2:30pm
Memorial Day Salute, 2:30pm
Live Music - Tony Jackson, 3–4:30pm
**schedule subject to change**
May 24-27, 2018
GlassFest kicks off on Thursday night with the Glass Ribbon Cutting Ceremony and 2300°: GlassFest, free and open to the public, held at the Corning Museum of Glass featuring live glassmaking, music entertainment, shopping, food, and drink.
Friday begins with the Finger Lakes Wine & Craft Beer Tasting throughout Corning's Gaffer District, open to everyone 21 or older. Finish off the night on Friday at the Rock The Park concert in Riverfront Park.
Spend all day on Saturday and Sunday wandering along Historic Market Street, which is closed to car traffic and filled with art and food vendors. Watch live glassblowing demos on the outdoor stage in Centerway Square, listen to music during Rock The Park on both days, enjoy activities for the whole family, and even stay late for fireworks on Saturday night!
Do you want to become involved or plan your visit? Please use the references below to learn more!
Radisson Hotel Corning is in the heart of Corning's Gaffer District and all of the GlassFest activities! Guests will enjoy a four-day celebration of glass and the fire arts in the Crystal City, featuring live hot glass shows, artist demonstrations, Finger Lakes Wine & Beer Tasting, GlassFest 8K, shopping, dining and more! Radisson Hotel Corning will also be hosting "Brews, Blues and BBQ" on Radisson's lawn, on Saturday, May 26th from 4–7 p.m.
Friday Night GlassFest Package includes:
Overnight accommodations
Two tickets to the Finger Lakes Wine & Craft Beer Tasting held throughout downtown Corning on Friday, May 25th from 5-8 p.m. ($30 value; includes souvenir wine and beer glasses)
Saturday Night GlassFest Package includes:
Overnight accommodations
Two complimentary BBQ Chicken Dinners at Radisson's "Brews, Blues & BBQ" event happening on the lawn from 4-7 p.m. on Saturday, May 26th
Terms and Conditions
Booking Start Date: April 3, 2018
Booking End Date: May 25, 2018
Available for stays from May 25, 2018, to May 26, 2018.
A limited number of GlassFest packages are available.
Advance reservation required.
Must show valid ID and be over 21 to book this package.
There are several parking options in Corning's Gaffer District. Enjoy complimentary parking in the Centerway Parking Facility after 5pm on weekdays and FREE all day Saturday and Sunday!
Corning's Gaffer District businesses are encouraged to get involved in GlassFest 2018!
Please direct questions to Lin Kotlinski, Director of Events, lin@gafferdistrict.com or call (607) 937-6292 x105.
Participation Forms:
