GLASS•VEGAS
WORLD SERIES OF GLASS

Official World Series of Glass Rules & Regulations

The World Series of Glass recognizes the best in Boro glass pieces of the year. All entries must be submitted by 10PM on Jan 30th, 2024 (First day of Glass Vegas)

Artists may enter finished glass works into the following categories: Solo, Millie, Collab, Pendant, Drinking Vessels, and our NEW category Non-Functional. All submitted artwork must be made in part by the artist submitting the piece into the WSOG.

All submissions are subject to approval by Las Vegas Management.

Category Criteria

*Collaborations can be entered in every category except the solo category.

• Solo
  • Piece must be Functional/Smokable
• Millie (Murrine)
  • Colored patterns or images made in a glass cane
• Collab
  • Piece must be Functional/Smokable
  • 2+ Artists
• Pendant
  • Wearable pendant (functional/non-functional)
  • Must be able to be hung by a chain/cord
• Drinking Vessels
  • Must be a functioning drinking vessel
• Non-Functional
  • Must be a non-functional glass sculpture.
  • From marbles to dresses and anything in between, this category is a wildcard.

Drop off & Set Up

• All submissions are subject to approval by Las Vegas Management
• All artwork submitted in the WSOG competition is to be made prior to the event. It could have been created yesterday or your favorite piece made years ago, as long as it meets the base criteria for each category.
• There is a $25 per piece entry fee (form of payment: card)
• You can enter your piece prior to the show online, to ensure your place in the competition, as pieces entered onsite are subject to space availability
  • * Please note - Piece must still be submitted by 10pm on Jan 30th to be displayed and judged in the competition even if you are pre-entered
• All entries must be brought to the Las Vegas Convention Center (South Hall) on the 1st day of the show (January 30th, 2024) to be installed in the showcases, submissions will be accepted between:
  • 10am-10pm for exhibitors and
  • 7pm-10pm for non-exhibiting artists
• If an entry fails to meet the individual category criteria it will be denied entry to WSOG, as all submissions are subject to approval by Las Vegas Management.
• Submitting artist must be present at the show.
• Artists do not have to be exhibitors to enter the competition but must register at the show as Artists to obtain an entry badge.
• We will make every effort to display your art to your specifications, but please note that the physical placement of the art in the WSOG Gallery is at the discretion of the Glass Vegas management.
• If a submitted artwork needs power, it must be provided by the artist and in battery operated form only. (Electrical power will not be provided)

Judging, Winners, Photos & Pickup

• Entries must stay in the WSOG display area until the end of show February 1st, 2024 @ 7pm – No exceptions
• There are 4 potential winners per category
  • 1st, 2nd, & 3rd Place – judged by 3 industry professionals
  • People’s Choice – Chosen by Glass Vegas attendees
• Winners will be announced on the 2nd day of the show (January 31st, 2024) on stage #1, at approximately 6PM
  • Please check show information as event gets closer for specific WSOG information on date/times and locations
• Each winner must get a professional photo of them and their trophy at the photo booth next to the stage immediately after they leave the stage. Photos of winning artwork are taken separately.
• Photos are not guaranteed for non-winning pieces, but we will do our best to take as many photos as possible.
• By submitting your piece to the WSOG, entrants agree that any/all artwork submitted can be photographed and used by Glass Vegas for advertising purposes.
• All entries must be picked up between 7pm-9pm on the last day of the show, February 1st, 2024

For any questions regarding the World Series of Glass, please contact us at support@glass.vegas

Best functional glass piece made entirely by a single artist. Piece will be judged on the following criteria; Form, Function, Originality, Quality and Overall presentation.

Presented By: OxygenFrog

1st Place

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2nd Place

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3rd Place

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People's Choice

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Best functional glass piece made by 2 or more artists. The Collab piece must be present in the World Series of Glass viewing area to be considered. Piece will be judged on the following criteria; Form, Function, Originality, Quality and Overall presentation.

Presented By: UST Glass

1st Place

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2nd Place

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3rd Place

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People's Choice

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Best millie glass piece made by 1 or more artists. Artists can enter cane, coin or both. Can be a single artist or a collab pull. Will be judged on on the following criteria; cleanliness, size, subject matter, and overall image.

Presented By: Bethlehem Burners

1st Place

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2nd Place

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3rd Place

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People's Choice

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Best pendy glass piece made by 1 or more artists. The Pendy piece must be present in the World Series of Glass viewing area to be considered. Piece will be judged on the following criteria; Form, Function, Originality, Quality and Overall presentation.

Presented By: Blaze.Market

1st Place

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2nd Place

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3rd Place

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People's Choice

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Plan on spending the most time at the show as you can! Daily Show Hours for GV 2024 are below, see you soon!

Tuesday, January 30, 2024

• 7:00 PM - 10:00 PM : Opening Night Show Hours

Wednesday, January 31, 2024

• 11:00 AM - 6:00 PM : Show Hours

Thursday, February 1, 2024

• 11:00 AM - 6:00 PM : Show Hours

Here is a sweet list of all the happenings at Glass.Vegas 2024 January 30 - February 1st at the Las Vegas Convention Center! Make sure to keep checking back for updates. Feel free to let us know of any ideas of things you would like to see at the show by emailing us at support@glass.vegas.

Show Hours

Tuesday, January 30, 2024

• 7:00 PM - 10:00 PM : Opening Night Show Hours

Wednesday, January 31, 2024

• 11:00 AM - 6:00 PM : Show Hours

Thursday, February 1, 2024

• 11:00 AM - 6:00 PM : Show Hours

Full Schedule

Monday, January 29, 2023

• 12:00 PM - 6:00 PM : Badge Pickup available at Tuscany Suites & Casino
• 12:00 PM - 6:00 PM : Exhibitor Load In - Las Vegas Convention Center

Tuesday, January 30, 2023

• 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM : Exhibitor Load In / Setup
• 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM : Badge Pickup - Exhibitors ONLY
• 12:00 PM - 10:00 PM : Badge Pickup - All Attendees
• 7:00 PM - 10:00 PM : Opening Night Show Hours | Derby Racing/Silent Auction All Evening
• 9:00 PM - 10:00 PM : Live Entertainment / Music
• 10:00 PM : Show Floor is Closed

Wednesday, January 31, 2023

• 11:00 AM - 6:00 PM : Show Hours | Derby Racing/Silent Auction All Evening / Badge Pickup
• 11:00 AM - 1:30 PM : Live Torch / Art Demos
• 2:00 PM - 4:30 PM : Live Torch / Art Demos
• 5:00 PM - 5:30 PM : WSOG Awards
• 5:30 PM - 6:00 PM : SSOTY Award
• 6:00 PM : Show Floor is Closed
• 9:00 PM - 2:00 AM : Place TBD: Millie Meetup Party (TBD)

Thursday, February 1, 2023

• 11:00 AM - 6:00 PM : Show Hours | Derby Racing/Silent Auction All Evening / Badge Pickup
• 11:00 AM - 1:30 PM : Live Torch / Art Demos
• 2:00 PM - 4:30 PM : Live Torch / Art Demos
• 2:30 PM : WSOG Area : Marble Draw Cut entry cut off time
• 4:20 PM : Injured Artist Fund Silent Auction Bidding cut off time
• 4:30 PM - 5:00 PM Boro Derby Awards
• 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM Marble Draw
• 6:00 PM : Show Floor is Closed
• 6:00 PM - 11:00 PM: Exhibitor Load Out

Friday, February 2, 2023

• 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM: Load Out

Hotel Room Blocks are available at the Tuscany Suites and Casino and the SAHARA Las Vegas. Details and booking links are below. Any questions/concerns please feel free to reach out to us at support@glass.vegas.

Tuscany Suites and Casino

Group rates are $75 - $175 Saturday Jan. 27 - Saturday Feb. 3. The resort fee is waived and taxes are currently at 13.38%. Rates subject to change.

Book a Hotel Room!

For guests that prefer to phone in their reservations, you may call 866-238-4218. When calling in, make sure to mention the group Glass Vegas.

SAHARA Las Vegas

Group rates are $79 Monday Jan. 29 - Thursday Feb. 1. The resort fee is $38.55 and taxes are currently at 13.38%. Rates subject to change.

Book a Hotel Room!

For guests that prefer to phone in their reservations, you may call 888-696-2121. When calling in, make sure to mention the group GLV290124.

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