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Reviews for our Birthday workshops in New York City
Johnny Heo
Sustainable Terrarium Workshop
We did this workshop for my fiancee’s birthday. Best decision I could’ve made! She left so happy with the experience. Charly is fantastic - so kind and really knows his stuff. All the materials were high quality so it’s difficult to mess up or get a bad result. Learned a lot about closed terrariums and left feeling prepared to take care of one (it’s super easy!). Great value for the money + more
Cory Billig
Ikebana Class: Fun Beginner Lesson
Dear Junko, thank you for the private lesson and making this day a special birthday. This was our first Ikebana class, but definitely not our last. We are enjoying our arrangements everyday! Cory & Chris
Vita Chang
Terrarium Workshop: Sip and Plant
Went here to celebrate my friend’s birthday. We had so much fun making the terrarium and the instructors are so nice and patient with us. Overall had a really great and fun experience. Definitely recommend this if you want to go for a quick and cute date with your loved ones.
Amy Clancy
This was a first for my daughter for her birthday, and she LOVED IT She said her teachers were amazing and so was the food. She will definitely come again!
Helenica Yusuf
Myself, family members & friends had a great time with the teacher. She was pleasant, inviting, generous and willing to educate from the ground up. She provided us with a small history of the art of pottery and the different type of soil. The teacher encouraged us to be creative and to develop pieces that would demonstrate our artistic style. This event was in celebration of my birthday and we all + more
Sungmin Ro
I booked a class to host a group of 26 for my birthday celebration. All my friends have mentioned that it was a perfect idea because the class lets everyone enjoy a new experience together and offers a memorable piece to take home with them. Our massive group had been somewhat disorganized in the beginning but our teacher was absolutely skilled at managing the chaos and was able to lead us all throughout + more
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Fun Birthday Ideas New York City
Fun birthday ideas and the best experiences in New York City
No matter whose birthday you are celebrating – your own or a loved one’s – it’s a milestone worth making a big deal of! Maybe you need a 40th birthday idea or you’re planning a party for a grandparent and you need an event for all ages. Our workshops in New York have you covered because there are plenty of family-friendly birthday activities in NYC. You can plan a painting class at Central Park and get everyone together for a creative outdoor adventure. Or take a baking class and learn how to make macarons or bake croissants. Pottery classes are a fun way to engage every age and have a blast learning a new craft.
It’s hard to find anyone who doesn’t get excited about food and our cooking classes are designed for maximum fun. You’ll learn from a professional chef in their kitchen or cooking school in NYC. Get step-by-step guidance in a friendly setting so even if your skills stop at making toast, you’ll be able to follow along successfully. Best of all, everyone gets to sit down to an amazing meal you prepared yourselves in honor of the birthday gal or guy.
How to plan a birthday party
The best kind of party planning is the one where you get to relax and enjoy while someone else takes over the details. You don't have to sweat the details when you book one of our creative workshops. Your teacher will have all the supplies ready and plan the perfect experience for you.
If you need a 30th birthday idea, try a trendy birthday idea like a cocktail party where all the guests learn how to make the latest drink recipes with a professional bartender. Show up to a cool speakeasy with your friends and get a private mixology lesson. You’ll learn all about spirits, combining flavored mixers, and adding that extra touch with the perfect garnish. You can make your favorites like espresso martinis or Aperol spritz. This is a memorable way to spend time with friends and a unique approach to celebrating a birthday rather than meeting up at a bar.
No matter what kind of party you’re interested in, you don’t have to do any heavy lifting. If you want to include people of all ages, try a painting party. It’s a great way to learn a new skill with a local artist and you’ll walk away with a piece of art to remember your time together. Or treat your art-loving friends and family with an art walk. You’ll get to discover new corners of the city and learn to appreciate the street art that gives New York its distinct identity. You can even visit artists in their studios in Brooklyn and learn about their process. It's a memorable way to spend time in New York even if you're a local.
Birthday gift ideas for a fantastic time together
Treat the important people in your life to experience gifts that make a birthday stand out. If your mom is celebrating 50, plan a day of candle making or perfume blending for her and her closest friends. It’s a birthday party and self-care rolled into one! Scented candles always make a space feel warm and cozy so creating your own is a great way to personalize them. Use soy wax and natural oils for a clean burn and luxurious feel. If mom loves a delicious scent, perfume making will make a great birthday party and gift. Everyone will learn about the fascinating world of perfumes and create their own fragrance to take home and enjoy.
Do you have a friend who loves buying flowers but is never sure how to arrange them? Treat her to a flower arranging class on her next birthday. Get your friend group together and learn from a local florist with gorgeous seasonal blooms. Not only will everyone leave with a new skill but you’ll also take home a beautiful bouquet to remember your time with your BFF.
You can also immerse your senses in a candle making class. You'll learn how to create customized versions with natural waxes like soy or coconut wax while combining your favorite scents. Choose something fresh and invigorating to energize you or rich and dreamy to help you relax. Your instructor will help you make the perfect scent blends and teach you how to pour your waxes perfectly. You and your friends will have a personalized experience to help you bond and connect.
