Thanksgiving Cupcake Decorating Class

Frost festive fall cupcakes with seasonal flavors in this hands-on cupcake decorating class in Manhattan!


NY Cake Academy
NY Cake Academy
4.9 (147)

1.5 hours - 2 hours Location Flatiron Class size 1 to 12 (public classes), 8 to 30   $75 - $125 (varies by date)

Get creative with fall flavors and festive designs in this hands-on cupcake decorating workshop in Chelsea! You’ll transform fresh cupcakes into cozy, autumn-inspired treats featuring sweet pumpkins, rustic mini pie toppings, and elegant fall florals. It’s a fun way to celebrate the season while learning new decorating skills.
With guidance from your instructor, you’ll master professional piping techniques, experiment with fondant accents, and explore seasonal color palettes to bring your designs to life. Whether you’re preparing for a holiday gathering or simply looking for a creative activity in NYC, you’ll leave with beautifully decorated cupcakes ready to share, gift, or enjoy yourself.
What to Expect
  • Floral & Textured Piping: Piping signature buttercream textures, including realistic fall flowers, dahlias, and leafy borders.
  • Fondant Accents: Sculpting mini fondant decorations, including rustic pumpkins and detailed mini pie toppers.
  • Autumnal Color Theory: Mixing rich, warm-toned buttercreams for cohesive holiday palettes.
  • Assembly & Detailing: Assembling and detailing thematic cupcakes using specialized piping tips and fall sugar pearls.
  • Presentation & Storage: Storing, transporting, and arranging your cupcakes into a stunning Thanksgiving dessert platter.
Please note
Our junior classes are for ages 5 & up

Upcoming dates for Thanksgiving Cupcake Decorating Class

Times are New York time. Dates and prices as of 14 Nov 2026, 6:31pm; availability and price are confirmed live when booking on this page.

2 upcoming dates between 21 Nov 2026 and 25 Nov 2026.

  • Sat, Nov 21 2026, 10am-12pm (Thanksgiving Cupcake Decoration Class - Nov 21st | 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM • $125)
  • Wed, Nov 25 2026, 4pm-5:30pm (Junior Kids Chefs Thanksgiving Cupcake Decoration Class - Ages 5+ • $75)
What you'll get
A bakery box of your custom-decorated Thanksgiving cupcakes ready for your holiday table!
Knowledge required
Beginner-friendly, all skills levels are welcome!
What to bring
We recommend wearing casual clothing that you won’t mind getting a little sugar on, and flat comfortable shoes. Open toed shoes and sandals are not recommended as this is a safety concern when working within a kitchen. Long hair should be tied back.
Suitable for

This class is great for individuals and couples as well as for a date idea, birthday or bachelorette party.

This experience would also be a fun gift for her, gift for mom, Xmas gift or gift for couples.

Location

118 W 22nd St, New York, NY 10011

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NY Cake Academy
NY Cake Academy

4.9 (147)
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N.Y. Cake & Baking Distributor first opened its doors known as the Chocolate Gallery more than 25 years ago. It was founded by Joan Mansour - renowned cake decorator and winner of the gold medal award from the Societe Culinaire Philantropique.
She not only was awarded national teacher of the year, regional teacher of the year, and award for most students taught, she was also inducted into the Wilton Hall of Fame.
Joan opened up a school of cake decorating where she taught some of the most renowned cake decorators today in Manhattan.

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