St. Petersburg art lovers will have a chance to celebrate metalworking and contemporary craft at Florida CraftArt’s “Formed by Fire” opening reception on Saturday, September 19, 2026. The free event will run from 6 to 8 p.m. at the gallery’s downtown location, 501 Central Ave., and will mark the debut of the new exhibition, which remains on view through October 24.
The reception is part of a busy weekend of local arts and entertainment highlighted in I Love the Burg’s event guide, but “Formed by Fire” stands out as a signature stop for anyone interested in handmade objects and the creative process behind them. Florida CraftArt is known for showcasing artists working in craft media, and this exhibition places special emphasis on metalwork, a discipline defined by heat, skill and transformation.
With its welcoming, no-cost reception, the event offers a relaxed way to meet fellow art fans, explore the gallery, and get an early look at the show before returning later in the season. As St. Pete heads into the heart of fall event season, “Formed by Fire” adds another reason to spend a Saturday evening downtown.