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Experience Gifts Chicago
Need to find something extraordinary to celebrate a friend or loved one? Our experience gifts in Chicago are just what you’re looking for! Discover hands-on food, drink, and creative workshops for Christmas, Mother’s Day, or a milestone birthday. Learning how to make cocktails with a professional bartender or to build a terrarium with a plant expert are fun new Chicago experiences to try, even if you’re searching for a gift for the person who has everything. Our gift experiences in Chicago will let you explore your city in a whole new way.
Tufting Workshop
4.8 (40)
15k followers
Runs regularly
Chicago
1 to 10 guests
$89
Tufting Workshop Chicago
4.8 (28)
15k followers
Runs regularly
Chicago
1 to 25 guests
$89
Metalsmithing Jewelry Making Workshop: Silver Stack Rings
5.0 (23)
Runs regularly
Chicago
1 to 4 guests
$175
Metalsmithing Jewelry Workshop: Bracelets and Bangles
5.0 (3)
Your choice of time
Chicago
1 to 6 guests
$175
Sushi Making Masterclass
5.0 (11)
4.8 (550) (for this teacher)
Runs regularly
Oakbrook Terrace
1 to 30 guests
$65 - $89
Metalsmithing Jewelry Making Workshop: Hoop Earrings
5.0 (1)
Your choice of time
Chicago
1 to 4 guests
$175
French Macaron Making Workshop
5.0 (1)
17k followers
Only 2 dates left
Chicago
1 to 30 guests
$65 - $89
Lipstick Making Workshop
4.0 (3)
15k followers
Runs regularly
Chicago
1 to 14 guests
$68 - $73
Fettuccine Pasta Making Class
4.8 (550) (for this teacher)
17k followers
Only 1 date left
Oakbrook Terrace
1 to 30 guests
$65 - $89
Fettuccine Alfredo Pasta Making Class
4.0 (1)
17k followers
Only 2 dates left
Chicago
1 to 30 guests
$65 - $89
Turkish Mosaic Lamp Workshop in Chicago
17k followers
5k likes
Runs regularly
Wood Dale
/ Mobile
1 to 100 guests
$79 - $159
Fresh Pasta Making Workshop
4.8 (550) (for this teacher)
17k followers
Only 1 date left
Itasca
1 to 30 guests
$65 - $89
Screen Printing Workshop: BYOT-Shirt
4.9 (13)
Runs regularly
Chicago
1 to 12 guests
$50
Macrame Wall Hanging Workshop
4k followers
98% recommend
Only 1 date left
Chicago
/ Mobile
1 to 50 guests
$60
Decoupage Vase Workshop for Mother's Day
92% recommend (52+)
2k followers
Your choice of time
Chicago
1 to 16 guests
$45
Paint Your Pet Workshop
92% recommend (52+)
2k followers
Your choice of time
Chicago
1 to 18 guests
$50
Paint Your Pet Brunch Class
Only 1 date left
Niles
1 to 20 guests
$50
Acrylic Paint Pouring Workshop
4.6 (32) (for this teacher)
15k followers
Runs regularly
Chicago
1 to 15 guests
$40 - $65
Wheel Throwing Pottery Master Class
5.0 (1)
5.0 (39) (for this teacher)
Your choice of time
Chicago
1 to 4 guests
$120
Ceramics Workshop for Teams and Private Groups
5.0 (1)
Your choice of time
Comes to you
1 to 30 guests
$75
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Foodie gifts for budding chefs
French Macaron Making Workshop
5.0 (1)
17k followers
Only 2 dates left
Chicago
1 to 30 guests
$65 - $89
Fettuccine Alfredo Pasta Making Class
4.0 (1)
17k followers
Only 2 dates left
Chicago
1 to 30 guests
$65 - $89
Fettuccine Pasta Making Class
4.8 (550) (for this teacher)
17k followers
Only 1 date left
Oakbrook Terrace
1 to 30 guests
$65 - $89
Fresh Pasta Making Workshop
4.8 (550) (for this teacher)
17k followers
Only 1 date left
Itasca
1 to 30 guests
$65 - $89
See more
Pottery presents for clay lovers
Ceramics Workshop for Teams and Private Groups
5.0 (1)
Your choice of time
Comes to you
1 to 30 guests
$75
One-time Pottery Class
5.0 (1)
Your choice of time
Chicago
1 to 12 guests
$100
One-time Pottery and Painting Class
5.0 (2)
Your choice of time
Chicago
1 to 12 guests
$130
Breakfast Club Pottery Course
5.0 (39) (for this teacher)
Your choice of time
Chicago
1 to 4 guests
$120
Wheel Throwing Pottery Master Class
5.0 (1)
5.0 (39) (for this teacher)
Your choice of time
Chicago
1 to 4 guests
$120
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Handcrafted jewelry gifts
Metalsmithing Jewelry Workshop: Bracelets and Bangles
5.0 (3)
Your choice of time
Chicago
1 to 6 guests
$175
Metalsmithing Jewelry Making Workshop: Silver Stack Rings
5.0 (23)
Runs regularly
Chicago
1 to 4 guests
$175
Metalsmithing Jewelry Making Workshop: Hoop Earrings
5.0 (1)
Your choice of time
Chicago
1 to 4 guests
$175
Charm Bracelet Door Locks Workshop
Sold out - join waitlist
Chicago
1 to 20 guests
$50
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New arrivals
Macrame Wall Hanging Workshop
4k followers
98% recommend
Only 1 date left
Chicago
/ Mobile
1 to 50 guests
$60
Wellness Party: Yoga, Soundbath and Mystical Readings
Your choice of time
Comes to you
1 to 50 guests
$225 - $265
Tufting Workshop
4.8 (40)
15k followers
Runs regularly
Chicago
1 to 10 guests
$89
Tufting Workshop Chicago
4.8 (28)
15k followers
Runs regularly
Chicago
1 to 25 guests
$89
Metalsmithing Jewelry Making Workshop: Silver Stack Rings
5.0 (23)
Runs regularly
Chicago
1 to 4 guests
$175
Metalsmithing Jewelry Workshop: Bracelets and Bangles
5.0 (3)
Your choice of time
Chicago
1 to 6 guests
$175
Sushi Making Masterclass
5.0 (11)
4.8 (550) (for this teacher)
Runs regularly
Oakbrook Terrace
1 to 30 guests
$65 - $89
Metalsmithing Jewelry Making Workshop: Hoop Earrings
5.0 (1)
Your choice of time
Chicago
1 to 4 guests
$175
French Macaron Making Workshop
5.0 (1)
17k followers
Only 2 dates left
Chicago
1 to 30 guests
$65 - $89
Lipstick Making Workshop
4.0 (3)
15k followers
Runs regularly
Chicago
1 to 14 guests
$68 - $73
Fettuccine Pasta Making Class
4.8 (550) (for this teacher)
17k followers
Only 1 date left
Oakbrook Terrace
1 to 30 guests
$65 - $89
Fettuccine Alfredo Pasta Making Class
4.0 (1)
17k followers
Only 2 dates left
Chicago
1 to 30 guests
$65 - $89
Turkish Mosaic Lamp Workshop in Chicago
17k followers
5k likes
Runs regularly
Wood Dale
/ Mobile
1 to 100 guests
$79 - $159
Fresh Pasta Making Workshop
4.8 (550) (for this teacher)
17k followers
Only 1 date left
Itasca
1 to 30 guests
$65 - $89
Screen Printing Workshop: BYOT-Shirt
4.9 (13)
Runs regularly
Chicago
1 to 12 guests
$50
Decoupage Vase Workshop for Mother's Day
92% recommend (52+)
2k followers
Your choice of time
Chicago
1 to 16 guests
$45
Paint Your Pet Workshop
92% recommend (52+)
2k followers
Your choice of time
Chicago
1 to 18 guests
$50
Paint Your Pet Brunch Class
Only 1 date left
Niles
1 to 20 guests
$50
Acrylic Paint Pouring Workshop
4.6 (32) (for this teacher)
15k followers
Runs regularly
Chicago
1 to 15 guests
$40 - $65
Wheel Throwing Pottery Master Class
5.0 (1)
5.0 (39) (for this teacher)
Your choice of time
Chicago
1 to 4 guests
$120
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Reviews from our gift recipients
Wendy Chang • Jan 2025
The vibe of this family owned coffee shop was very welcoming! The teacher is excellent, helpful and patient. We got to enjoy the drinks we designed and received a free gift and 20% off any item in the store. It was a lovely experience and highly recommend!
Chris Treadway • Jan 2025
We recently attended this craft cocktail class as a Christmas gift for our best friends, and it was an incredible experience from start to finish! Our instructor was not only engaging but also incredibly knowledgeable, making the process of crafting cocktails both fun and approachable. The setting was warm and inviting, creating the perfect atmosphere for learning and enjoying the evening. AfterWe recently attended this craft cocktail class as a Christmas gift for our best friends, and it was an incredible experience from start to finish! Our instructor was not only engaging but also incredibly knowledgeable, making the process of crafting cocktails both fun and approachable. The setting was warm and inviting, creating the perfect atmosphere for learning and enjoying the evening. After the class, we stayed for more drinks because we couldn’t get enough of the fantastic ambiance and expertly crafted cocktails. It was such a memorable way to spend time together, and we all walked away with new skills and a greater appreciation for mixology. Highly recommend this experience to anyone looking for a unique and fun night out! + more
Sin May Loke • Jan 2025
Such a fun time! Our facilitator was hilarious and provided clear instructions. I wish we were taught a bit more about the candle process after it is mixed. Otherwise, a fun class, dope space. I’m grateful for the 5$ gift card too! I got a smudge stick with mine
Meredith Ryer • Jan 2025
Coffee Cupping Tasting Experience
Loved this class! William was a great teacher and so much fun to talk to. Coffee was amazing and I will definitely be back for another pour-over next time we are in FiDi. Gift card was easy to redeem as well. Overall a great experience and cool opportunity someone to learn more about GREAT coffee!
Unique Experience Gift Ideas Chicago
Why experiences make the best gift ideas
It’s not always easy to find the perfect gift for your BFF or your picky sister. No one wants their present returned, but it happens to the best of us. With unique experience gifts in Chicago, you’re giving the recipient more than instant gratification. A scarf is nice but you can help your crafty friend learn how to knit so she can create her own designs. A local Chicago instructor will lead the way and provide all the support and encouragement a beginner needs.
If your sister likes to try a new cocktail at every restaurant, she might love learning the latest TikTok trending drinks from a mixologist. Our cocktail classes are great for groups and so much fun! Whether you are looking for bachelorette party ideas or a cool birthday gift, mastering a Negroni Sbagliato might be the best way to celebrate.
Does your mom have a closet full of unused presents? You won’t add to the clutter with an experience gift. If she loves nature, you can take an art walk together or an outdoor paint and sip class at a Chicago park. Maybe a flower arranging class will make her happy and you’ll both end your time with a beautiful display to bring home.
Your guide to Chicago gift ideas
Shopping for presents this year is about to get a lot easier. You can find the best Chicago gift experiences for every person in your life with this easy guide. From the active young newlyweds to your DIY-loving retired aunt, our creative workshops fit all ages and personalities.
Gifts for foodies… For many, food is more than just a meal– it can showcase an art form, a culture, or a community! If you have a loved one who appreciates delicious foods and learning new things through what they eat, our culinary experiences are the best Chicago gift cards for them! From pasta making to macaron baking, this is an opportunity to learn new recipes, refine their skills, and most of all, enjoy a delicious and fun time in the kitchen!
Gifts for creatives… Whether you have a gallery-hopping best friend or a mom who loves to pull out the craft supplies, an arts and crafts workshop will make their creative heart sing. They can learn anything from screenprinting to pottery! These beginner-friendly workshops will allow them to dip their toes into a new medium or fuel an existing interest!
Self-care gift ideas…If you have a loved one who could use a moment to recharge, treat them to one of these day out gifts. For a particularly relaxing experience, our beauty and fragrance classes can send them into bliss. They can learn how to make candles, perfume, skin care, and more pamper gifts. From the warm and peaceful atmosphere to the satisfaction of working with your hands, they will feel rejuvenated after one of these workshops
Gifts for trend-setters… If you have a friend always after unique Chicago experiences, we recommend some of our trending creative workshops! From viral sensations such as tufting to art-world spin-off such as fluid art bears, these innovative workshops are must-trys!
Unique Chicago experiences for adults
It’s easy to meet up at a bar to celebrate a friend’s birthday or congratulate them on a new job, but if you want to make the night more memorable, explore a unique experience together. Cocktail making classes make for fun Chicago experiences for adults where you can socialize, enjoy a personalized drink, and celebrate!
Is self-care more of a motivator than a big night out? You and your friends can learn how to make soy candles for the ultimate bespoke experience. Your teacher will show you how to add your favorite scents, and how to pour the wax into a vessel. You’ll leave with custom candles to help you relax and unwind at home.
Or try making bath bombs and body lotion for even more at-home pampering. You can learn all the tips and tricks from a body care expert who will show you how to blend ingredients and create a line of products worthy of a retail store. You’ll love spending time with friends while you make something special.
Top experiences in Chicago to gift locals
Don’t worry we have unique Chicago experiences for even the most spirited Chicagoans in your life. If you’re looking for gift ideas for locals, a workshop or class might introduce them to a community or craft they never would’ve explored on their own. They can explore a ceramic painting class off the Magnificent Mile or learn tufting in Uptown. These new adventures will give them the rush of exploring new things without leaving the city! You can gift like a local, even if you’ve never stepped foot in the Windy City.
Best Chicago experience gifts in 2025
There’s no need to fret this year when coming up with the top experiences in Chicago to gift. These workshops are some of our most booked classes in the city, so we’ve made it easy for you to choose the best of the best! Our classes are fun to gift because you can treat your loved one to new memories and skills that won’t go to waste. If you’re trying to make more sustainable choices this year, these are the best Chicago gift cards for less clutter, too!
- Pottery classes
- Tufting workshops
- Metal jewelry making workshops
- Painting classes
- Sushi making classes
Memorable gift experiences in Chicago
Chicago is full of artisans, makers, and creative chefs. Learning from these pros will create lasting memories. Does your dad dream of learning how to make pizza in Naples? Bring Italy to him by booking a pizza-making class in a professional kitchen. With unique experience gifts in Chicago, you’ll get insider tips on how to make the best crust and how to get the blistered edges that taste so amazing.
If you want to thank your colleagues for a job well done, our workshops make excellent team building activities. You can bond over baking or laugh while you paint and sip. If you’re spread out across the city or even across the country, our virtual team building experiences will let you bring the whole group together.
5-star rated Chicago gift cards
With these Chicago gift cards you can explore a variety of fun craft and culinary experiences. Don’t take our word for it, hear what our creative community has to say about their favorite experiences.
Ceramics Workshop with Heather McQueen
“This class was great. It was totally approachable for someone like me, who had very little experience. Heather was patient and able to help everyone in the class regardless of their experience level. I used a wheel for the first time which was amazing! This was given to me as a birthday gift and I will definitely be going back!” - Michelle
Metalsmithing Jewelry Making Workshop with Golden Hand Studios
“I took my girlfriend to this ring making class as a birthday gift to her. Jeneba was warm, informative, and a great teacher to have!! We both loved how our rings turned out and would definitely book a class with Jeneba again!” - Jenna
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