Merseyside town set to celebrate past and future with weekend long festival

The event will take place at the end of the month08:00, 07 Aug 2026Updated 08:16, 07 Aug 2026A town in Merseyside will celebrate its history and future with a weekend-long festival. Taking place from Friday, August 28 until Sunday, August 31, the International Festival of Glass will arrive at The World of Glass in St Helens.‌The International Festival of Glass takes place in the UK every two years and the Glass Art Society has announced a preview of the exhibitions, events and activities visitors will be able to enjoy in St Helens.‌Visitors will be able to watch some of the world’s leading contemporary glass artists at work during live demonstrations at The World of Glass studio. Confirmed artists include Elliot Walker, London Glass Blowing, Lisa Zerkowitz & Boyd Suguki, Opal Seabrook, Agu