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Experience Gifts, Fun Activities and Workshops in Oakland
Satisfy your creative cravings at art, craft, and cooking workshops in Oakland! Leave the screen behind and embrace some new hobbies that enliven all of your senses. Whether you're putting a group event together or looking to explore fun things to do in Oakland on your own, our classes are the perfect outlet for creative fun. Join us for team building activities that are bound to be a hit with everyone in your office, or explore our classes for unique birthday party ideas. Feel happy and inspired as the stress of daily life melts away.
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Custom Perfume Blending Workshop: Berkeley
5.0 (70)
19 years in business
Runs regularly
Berkeley
1 to 20 guests
$60 - $65
Sword Box Cutter Forging Workshop
5.0 (12)
8k followers
Runs regularly
Richmond
1 to 6 guests
$165
Silver Jewelry Making Workshop
4.8 (9)
Runs regularly
Berkeley
1 to 12 guests
$110
Hand Build Pottery Class
4.9 (30)
4k followers
Runs regularly
Oakland
/ Mobile
1 to 100 guests
$80 - $90
Ceramic Mug Workshop
4.9 (27)
4k followers
Runs regularly
Oakland
/ Mobile
1 to 100 guests
$100 - $120
Introduction to Knife Skills Workshop
5.0 (24)
21 years in business
Runs regularly
Berkeley
1 to 20 guests
$130 - $150
Macrame Workshop: Plant Hanger
5.0 (21)
4k followers
Runs regularly
Oakland
/ Mobile
1 to 30 guests
$75 - $90
Private Studio Pottery Class
4.9 (11)
8 years in business
Runs regularly
Richmond
1 to 6 guests
$95
Needle Punching Workshop
5.0 (19)
4k followers
Runs regularly
Oakland
/ Mobile
1 to 100 guests
$90 - $105
Custom Perfume and Wine Workshop: Berkeley
5.0 (98) (teacher)
Runs regularly
Berkeley
1 to 20 guests
$70 - $75
Scent the Season: Holiday Gift-Making Experience
5.0 (98) (teacher)
Runs regularly
Berkeley
1 to 20 guests
$95
Harvest Massage Oil Candle Making Workshop: Berkeley
5.0 (98) (teacher)
19 years in business
Runs regularly
Berkeley
1 to 16 guests
$65
Custom Perfume Blending Workshop: El Sobrante
4.9 (7)
5.0 (98) (teacher)
Runs regularly
El Sobrante
1 to 8 guests
$55 - $60
Blend and Create Popular Tea Drinks Class
5.0 (27)
3 years in business
Only 1 date left
Alameda
/ Mobile
1 to 40 guests
$65
Skincare Crafting Workshop
5.0 (11)
12 years in business
Runs regularly
Hayward
/ Mobile
1 to 30 guests
$125
Ceramic Charcuterie Board Making Class
4.8 (5)
4.9 (112) (teacher)
Runs regularly
Oakland
/ Mobile
1 to 50 guests
$100 - $120
Cold Process Soap Making Class
5.0 (10)
12 years in business
Runs regularly
Hayward
1 to 4 guests
$125
Women Only Woodworking Cutting Board Class
5.0 (14)
11 years in business
Your choice of time
Berkeley
1 to 6 guests
$150
Macrame Workshop: Coasters
5.0 (5)
4.9 (112) (teacher)
Runs regularly
Uptown
/ Mobile
1 to 25 guests
$70 - $80
Bladesmithing Class: Railroad Spike Knife
5.0 (13)
8k followers
Runs regularly
Richmond
1 to 6 guests
$210
Beginner Redwood Planter Box Building Class
5.0 (37) (teacher)
11 years in business
Your choice of time
Berkeley
1 to 4 guests
$175
Closed Tropical Terrarium Workshop
5.0 (29)
2 years in business
Your choice of time
Oakland
1 to 8 guests
$75 - $85
Enamel Jewelry Making Class
5.0 (7)
5.0 (52) (teacher)
Only 1 date left
Alameda
1 to 8 guests
$100
Japanese Matcha and Hojicha Class
5.0 (9)
5.0 (41) (teacher)
Your choice of time
Alameda
1 to 12 guests
$75
Hand Built Ceramics Course
4.9 (112) (teacher)
4k followers
Runs regularly
Uptown
/ Mobile
1 to 25 guests
$150
Fused Glass Workshop: Christmas Night Light
4.8 (79) (teacher)
Runs regularly
Livermore
1 to 8 guests
$39
Women's Walnut Keepsake Box Woodworking Course
5.0 (37) (teacher)
Your choice of time
Berkeley
1 to 6 guests
$150
Fused Glass Workshop: Christmas Plate / Tray
4.8 (79) (teacher)
Runs regularly
Livermore
1 to 8 guests
$70
Floral Design Class
4.9 (9)
Runs regularly
Oakland
/ Mobile
1 to 100 guests
$12 - $80
Chocolate Truffle Making Workshop
5.0 (41) (teacher)
3 years in business
Only 1 date left
Alameda
1 to 30 guests
$75
Fused Fine Silver Rings Workshop
5.0 (7)
5.0 (52) (teacher)
Only 1 date left
Alameda
1 to 6 guests
$150
Glass Mosaic Class
4.8 (27)
Runs regularly
Livermore
1 to 20 guests
$85
Blacksmithing Workshop: Forge a Bronze Bracelet
5.0 (35) (teacher)
8k followers
Only 2 dates left
Richmond
1 to 6 guests
$165
French-Inspired Thanksgiving Cooking Class
5.0 (38) (teacher)
21 years in business
Only 1 date left
Berkeley
1 to 20 guests
$175
Cloisonné Enamel Pendant Making Class
4.8 (5)
5.0 (52) (teacher)
Only 1 date left
Alameda
1 to 6 guests
$100
Letters to Santa Decorating Class - Beginner
6 years in business
Only 2 dates left
Oakland
/ Mobile
1 to 14 guests
$60
Paint Marbling Objects Class
5.0 (52) (teacher)
Only 1 date left
Alameda
1 to 6 guests
$75
Choux Pastry Basics Workshop
5.0 (4)
Runs regularly
Richmond
/ Mobile
1 to 30 guests
$65 Now $55
Bronze Spoon Forging Workshop
5.0 (35) (teacher)
8k followers
Only 1 date left
Richmond
1 to 6 guests
$165
Texture Painting Art Class
5.0 (3)
Runs regularly
Castro Valley
/ Mobile
1 to 20 guests
$60
Make a Holiday Flower Crown Class
5k followers
Runs regularly
Cleveland Heights
1 to 15 guests
$45 - $60
Fused Glass Bowl Workshop
4.9 (7)
4.8 (79) (teacher)
Runs regularly
Livermore
1 to 20 guests
$130
Signature Fragrance Blending Class
6k followers
Runs regularly
Hayward
/ Mobile
1 to 10 guests
$60 - $100
Tuscan Cooking Class
5.0 (38) (teacher)
21 years in business
Runs regularly
Berkeley
1 to 4 guests
$195 - $200
Fluid Art Bear Class
5.0 (2)
Runs regularly
Danville
1 to 25 guests
$65 - $85
Beaded Wrap Bracelet Jewelry Class
5.0 (5)
5.0 (52) (teacher)
Only 1 date left
Alameda
1 to 8 guests
$60
Custom Candle Making Workshop
3 years in business
Only 2 dates left
Berkeley
1 to 24 guests
$80
Beginner Hand Building Pottery Class
6 years in business
Runs regularly
Walnut Creek
1 to 12 guests
$95
Stained Glass Workshop: Sunflower
4.6 (11)
Runs regularly
Livermore
1 to 8 guests
$135
Sourdough Bread Making Workshop
5.0 (38) (teacher)
21 years in business
Only 1 date left
Berkeley
1 to 12 guests
$198
Glass Mosaic Class: Cross
4.8 (79) (teacher)
Runs regularly
Livermore
1 to 20 guests
$95
Tree of Life Wire-wrap Class
5.0 (52) (teacher)
Only 1 date left
Alameda
1 to 8 guests
$50
Mosaic Art Workshop: Penguin
4.8 (79) (teacher)
Runs regularly
Livermore
1 to 20 guests
$75
Large Stained Glass Sunflower Workshop
4.8 (79) (teacher)
Runs regularly
Livermore
1 to 20 guests
$185
Terrarium Building Class
Your choice of time
Richmond
/ Mobile
1 to 50 guests
$45
Survivor Cooking Basics Workshop
5.0 (38) (teacher)
21 years in business
Only 1 date left
Berkeley
1 to 6 guests
$195
Fused Glass Workshop: Heart
4.8 (79) (teacher)
Runs regularly
Livermore
1 to 15 guests
$75
Make a Flower Crown Class
5.0 (6)
5k followers
Runs regularly
Cleveland Heights
1 to 25 guests
$70
Crackle Enamel Jewelry Class
5.0 (52) (teacher)
Only 1 date left
Alameda
1 to 6 guests
$100
Paint and Sip Class for Groups
5.0 (2)
Runs regularly
Castro Valley
/ Mobile
1 to 30 guests
$55
Fused Glass Snowman Plate Workshop
4.8 (79) (teacher)
Runs regularly
Livermore
1 to 10 guests
$80
Blacksmithing Skills Workshop
5.0 (35) (teacher)
8k followers
Only 2 dates left
Richmond
1 to 5 guests
$150 - $195
Stained Glass Soldering Workshop
4.8 (79) (teacher)
Your choice of time
Livermore
1 to 10 guests
$140
French Masters Cooking Class
5.0 (38) (teacher)
21 years in business
Only 1 date left
Berkeley
1 to 20 guests
$225
Stained Glass Heart Workshop with Fused Center
4.8 (79) (teacher)
Only 1 date left
Livermore
1 to 10 guests
$65
Fused Glass Coaster Class
3k followers
2 years in business
Runs regularly
Oakland
1 to 10 guests
$120
Stained Glass Rooster Class
4.8 (79) (teacher)
Runs regularly
Livermore
1 to 20 guests
$85
Intro Pottery Wheel Class
Runs regularly
Castro Valley
1 to 14 guests
$90
Driftwood Air Plant and Succulent Art Workshop
Your choice of time
Richmond
/ Mobile
1 to 50 guests
$60
Cream Puff and Éclair Baking Class
5.0 (38) (teacher)
21 years in business
Only 1 date left
Berkeley
1 to 100 guests
$185 - $200
Junk Jewelry Christmas Tree Workshop Berkeley
Only 1 date left
Berkeley
1 to 8 guests
$95
Calzone and Pizza Making Class
5.0 (38) (teacher)
21 years in business
Only 1 date left
Berkeley
1 to 24 guests
$150 - $170
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Fun things to do in Oakland this weekend
Our workshops are some of the best things to do in Oakland for locals and visitors alike. Embrace your curiosity by stepping off the beaten path and venturing into artists' studios in Piedmont and chef's kitchens near Lake Merritt, where you will learn fun and exciting new skills you can develop into rewarding hobbies. Our teachers pride themselves on creating relaxing and welcoming class environments where students can feel safe to try new things for the first time. Almost all of our Oakland workshops are beginner-friendly, so all you have to bring is an open mind and a sense of fun!
Our simple and straightforward booking platform makes it easy for you to schedule our classes. Whether you're planning a date night in Oakland or putting together team building activities for a big company, booking with us is a stress-free experience. It's just a matter of choosing which of our fun Oakland workshops is right for you! Looking for bachelorette party ideas? Sign up for our floral crown headdress class, where you and your friends can make gorgeous accessories and then set out on the town in style. Hoping for a way to unwind after work that doesn't involve staring at a screen? Book a sip and paint class, where you can create a gorgeous piece of art and mingle with new friends over a glass of wine.
Rejuvenating workshops and local experiences
Our Oakland experiences give you the chance to take some time for yourself and focus on having fun and destressing. Art, craft, and cooking classes have proven wellbeing benefits, and the best part is you'll learn skills you can continue to develop into new hobbies that you can enjoy for a long time. If you have a friend or relative in need of a pick-me-up, why not treat them to an experience gift and take an art class together? You will love the feeling of spreading the good vibes around.
Whether you're searching for pottery classes that will allow you to sink your hands into soft, smooth clay or cooking classes that will give you and your family the chance to level-up your at home pizza making, we've got plenty of options for things to do in Oakland, from Jack London Square to Fruitvale. You can even make unique gifts for mom in our Oakland workshops. For example, learn to knit a cozy, chunky blanket or a fascinator style floral headdress.
Our teachers usually provide all the materials you need, so all you have to do is show up ready to learn and have fun. There are plenty of options for both public and private workshops on our platform. Joining a public paint and sip event that happens regularly might be a great option for your date night in Oakland, while booking a private cocktail making class that comes to your workplace could be an excellent option for your team building event.
Fun indoor activities
Looking for things to do at home? We've got you covered there, too. Many of our teachers offer live classes online with craft kits shipped to you, so you can join in the fun of learning a new hobby from the comfort of your own home. If your friends are scattered around the country (or even the world!), host a virtual party where you can all get together remotely and participate in a fun, hands-on activity together. If you're searching for zoom birthday party ideas, gift an experience of our virtual cocktail class, which gives you the chance to learn mixology at home, plus the chance to share a toast to learning new things with your friends!
Our food and drink tasting virtual experiences make excellent choices if you're looking for virtual team building cooking classes. With our online coffee tasting experience, for example, everyone on your team will get a kit delivered to them with different roasted coffees to taste. Afterwards, there's sure to be plenty to talk about over your morning cup of coffee at work.
Just like our in-person workshops, friendly, expert instructors teach our live online classes and create welcoming, relaxing environments. You'll be able to follow along step-by-step, and you'll have all the materials you need, delivered in one of our DIY craft kits.
Our virtual team building activities let you bond with your co-workers while everyone is working from home. From virtual escape rooms to hands-on arts and crafts, you can find all kinds of fun and engaging experiences for your team. We make it easy for you to find the right fit for your group size and interests.
