Street closures for this weekend’s upcoming GlassFest, running from Friday through Sunday in downtown Corning, have been announced.
Catherine Price, executive director of the Corning Gaffer District, said street closures will begin at 6 a.m. Friday and run through 8 p.m. Sunday.
GlassFest is the Gaffer District’s annual celebration of the rich history and expression of art in the Crystal City.
Price said throughout this free event, five blocks of historic Market Street will be closed to vehicle traffic for live glass blowing, music performances, outdoor dining, and on-street vending from small businesses and other organizations.
The following streets will be closed throughout the duration of the event:
What to know about events schedule for GlassFest
GlassFest officially begins at noon Friday, May 22 with the Glass Ribbon Cutting Ceremony on the Centerway Square Stage, marking the start of a weekend dedicated to artistry, innovation, and community.
Visitors can shop from the 130-plus artisan vendors, participate in interactive glass experiences and demonstrations, watch street performers, cultural dances, and family-friendly programming, join community fitness activities and walking tours.
Corning’s Gaffer District is hosting this year’s Rock the Park concerts, bringing national touring acts and regional favorites to Riverfront Centennial Park.
Friday night’s kickoff performance is by Fall Creek Brass Band at 5:30 p.m. The next act is John King, from Nashville, and the headliner is Drake White detouring to Corning from his international tour opening for Reily Green.
Saturday night’s opening act is Uptown Groove starting at 6 p.m., followed by headliner Traci Bruccoleri, with a fireworks finale over the Chemung River ending the night around 9:45 p.m.
Live music performances will take place during the day all weekend on every block of Market Street, Price said.
On Sunday a Memorial Day Service will take place in coordination with the American Legion honoring those who have served. Corning Mayor Pam Walker will recognize those who gave everything in service, and the Corning Community Concert Band will be performing.
For a full list of vendors and musical performances, visit gafferdistrict.com/events/glassfest
This article originally appeared on The Leader: GlassFest street closures, schedule for weekend event in Corning
Reporting by Jeff Smith, Corning Leader / The Leader
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