Birthday Party Ideas New York City
New York may have everything, but if you’re still stumped about how to throw a birthday bash that’s extraordinary, take a look at our unique birthday party ideas in NYC! From a big night out to a more intimate get-together with your closest friends, our creative experiences make planning a party a breeze. Learn cocktail making with a mixologist, make authentic recipes with a chef in cooking classes, or handcraft customized perfume. No matter what your going-out style is and whether you’re celebrating a 30th birthday or a 70th birthday, you’ll find plenty of ways to commemorate the special day with our hands-on experiences.
Fresh Pasta Cooking Class: Agnolotti, Cavatelli, Fettuccine
5.0 (133)
Manhattan
1 to 34 guests
$135
Craft Cocktail Making Class
4.9 (34)
4k followers
Manhattan
1 to 40 guests
$115 - $145
Bonsai Tree Class
4.9 (16)
4.9 (62) (for this teacher)
Manhattan
/ Mobile
8 to 70 guests
$150
Asian Dumplings Cooking Class
4.9 (43)
4.8 (450) (for this teacher)
Manhattan
/ Mobile
1 to 35 guests
$65 - $89
Sip and Pour Candle Making Class
5.0 (26)
6k likes
Manhattan
1 to 1500 guests
$40 - $60
Pottery Wheel Throwing Class
4.9 (643)
Manhattan
1 to 20 guests
$96
Terrarium Workshop: Sip and Plant
4.9 (31)
5.0 (292) (for this teacher)
Manhattan
1 to 300 guests
$139 - $149
Decorative Sushi Making Class: Kazari Maki Zushi
5.0 (7)
Manhattan
/ Mobile
8 to 100 guests
$70
Handmade Dumplings Workshop
4.8 (450) (for this teacher)
17k followers
Manhattan
/ Mobile
1 to 30 guests
$65 - $89
Turkish Mosaic Lamp Workshop
5.0 (7)
5.0 (292) (for this teacher)
Manhattan
1 to 300 guests
$99 - $129
Drip and Sip Sneaker Customization Class
29k followers
Comes to you
1 to 100 guests
$130 - $140
French Macaron Making Class
5.0 (12)
4.8 (450) (for this teacher)
Manhattan
1 to 30 guests
$65 - $89
Thai Cooking Class: Pad See Ew and Papaya Salad
4.9 (7)
Manhattan
/ Mobile
1 to 30 guests
$69 - $89
Sumi-e Japanese Ink-painting Class
4.9 (15)
4.9 (62) (for this teacher)
Manhattan
/ Mobile
1 to 100 guests
$40
Handmade Pizza Party
5.0 (7)
4.8 (450) (for this teacher)
Manhattan
1 to 34 guests
$65 - $89
Chocolate Truffle Making Workshop
3k followers
2k likes
Manhattan
/ Mobile
1 to 30 guests
$100
Japanese Tea Ceremony Class
4.9 (8)
4.9 (62) (for this teacher)
Manhattan
/ Mobile
1 to 31 guests
$40
Japanese Cooking Class: Ramen
4.8 (26)
4.8 (450) (for this teacher)
Manhattan
1 to 30 guests
$65 - $89
Cold Process Soap Making for Fun and Gift Making
5.0 (51) (for this teacher)
Manhattan
/ Mobile
4 to 1000 guests
$98
Fresh Mozzarella Making Class
4.8 (21)
4.8 (450) (for this teacher)
Manhattan
1 to 30 guests
$65 - $89
Natural Perfume Making Class
5.0 (3)
6k likes
Manhattan
/ Mobile
1 to 1000 guests
$68 - $98
Candle Making Workshop
5.0 (11)
5.0 (51) (for this teacher)
Manhattan
1 to 1000 guests
$68 - $98
Ceramic Pumpkin Painting Class: Yayoi Kusama Inspired
6k followers
Manhattan
/ Mobile
1 to 150 guests
$85
DIY Perfume Making Class
5.0 (16)
5.0 (50) (for this teacher)
Manhattan
1 to 300 guests
$120
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Decorative Sushi Making Class: Kazari Maki Zushi
5.0 (7)
Manhattan
/ Mobile
8 to 100 guests
$70
Handmade Dumplings Workshop
4.8 (450) (for this teacher)
17k followers
Manhattan
/ Mobile
1 to 30 guests
$65 - $89
Thai Cooking Class: Pad See Ew and Papaya Salad
4.9 (7)
Manhattan
/ Mobile
1 to 30 guests
$69 - $89
Handmade Pizza Party
5.0 (7)
4.8 (450) (for this teacher)
Manhattan
1 to 34 guests
$65 - $89
Japanese Cooking Class: Ramen
4.8 (26)
4.8 (450) (for this teacher)
Manhattan
1 to 30 guests
$65 - $89
Fresh Mozzarella Making Class
4.8 (21)
4.8 (450) (for this teacher)
Manhattan
1 to 30 guests
$65 - $89
Mediterranean Cooking Class: Tapas
4.8 (6)
4.8 (450) (for this teacher)
Manhattan
1 to 35 guests
$65 - $89
Greek Feast Cooking Workshop
5.0 (6)
4.9 (263) (for this teacher)
Manhattan
1 to 34 guests
$135
Vegan Cooking Class: Shiitake Mushroom Ramen
5.0 (1)
6k likes
Manhattan
/ Mobile
8 to 40 guests
$70
Pasta Workshop: Handmade Gnocchi
5.0 (3)
17k followers
Manhattan
1 to 33 guests
$65 - $89
Street Tacos Cooking Class
4.9 (11)
4.8 (450) (for this teacher)
Manhattan
1 to 34 guests
$65 - $89
Italian Cooking Class: Spinach and Ricotta Ravioli
5.0 (4)
Manhattan
/ Mobile
1 to 30 guests
$65 - $89
Pasta Making Class: Hand Rolled Cavatelli Pasta
5.0 (3)
Manhattan
/ Mobile
1 to 40 guests
$65 - $89
Spanish Paella Cooking Class
5.0 (8)
4.8 (450) (for this teacher)
Manhattan
1 to 34 guests
$65 - $89
Sushi Making Class: Spicy Tuna and Salmon Avocado Roll
5.0 (2)
Manhattan
/ Mobile
1 to 50 guests
$65 - $89
Pad Thai Cooking Class
4.8 (5)
4.8 (450) (for this teacher)
Manhattan
1 to 34 guests
$65 - $89
Cooking Class: Handmade Gnocchi
4.8 (6)
4.8 (450) (for this teacher)
Manhattan
1 to 33 guests
$65 - $89
Mexican Cooking Class: Handmade Empanadas
5.0 (4)
17k followers
Manhattan
1 to 34 guests
$65 - $89
Asian Dumplings & Dim Sum
4.7 (15)
4.7 (44) (for this teacher)
Manhattan
1 to 50 guests
$120
Handmade Pizza Making Workshop
5.0 (1)
17k followers
Manhattan
/ Mobile
1 to 30 guests
$65 - $89
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Pottery Wheel Throwing Class
4.9 (643)
Manhattan
1 to 20 guests
$96
Ceramics Wheel Throwing Class
5.0 (39)
4.9 (891) (for this teacher)
Manhattan
1 to 20 guests
$130
Hand-building Ceramic Dinnerware Workshop
5.0 (36)
5.0 (94) (for this teacher)
Brooklyn
/ Mobile
1 to 30 guests
$98 - $118
Ceramic Llama Painting Class
4.9 (42) (for this teacher)
2k followers
Comes to you
20 to 100 guests
$60
One-time Pottery Class - Manhattan
13k followers
Manhattan
1 to 30 guests
$100
One-time Pottery Class and Painting Class - Manhattan
13k followers
Manhattan
1 to 30 guests
$130
Pottery Painting Class
5.0 (1)
2k followers
Manhattan
/ Mobile
10 to 100 guests
$80 - $120
Pottery Throwing Wheel Class: Agateware Marbling
4.8 (16)
Manhattan
1 to 20 guests
$125
Ceramics Workshop
5.0 (11)
Brooklyn
/ Mobile
1 to 30 guests
$70 - $85
Nemadji Pottery Wheel Class
4.9 (11)
4.9 (891) (for this teacher)
Manhattan
1 to 20 guests
$125
South Asian Pottery Wheel Throwing with Surface Decoration
4.9 (8)
Manhattan
6 to 20 guests
$100
One-time Pottery Class - Brooklyn
13k followers
1k followers
Brooklyn
1 to 30 guests
$100
One-time Pottery Class and Painting Class - Brooklyn
13k followers
Brooklyn
1 to 30 guests
$130
Miniature Food Model Making Workshop
4.9 (62) (for this teacher)
6k likes
Manhattan
/ Mobile
1 to 50 guests
$80
Nerikomi Ceramics Workshop
5.0 (4)
5.0 (34) (for this teacher)
Brooklyn
/ Mobile
1 to 25 guests
$95
Ceramics Workshop: Pipe and Ashtray
5.0 (2)
5.0 (34) (for this teacher)
Brooklyn
4 to 25 guests
$80
Handmade Incense and Holder Workshop
5.0 (34) (for this teacher)
4 years in business
Brooklyn
5 to 25 guests
$90
Claydate Workshop
26k followers
Manhattan
8 to 30 guests
$129
Ceramics Workshop: Hand Built Ceramic Vessel
9k followers
Comes to you
4 to 20 guests
$150
Air Dry Clay Session
5k followers
Brooklyn
6 to 35 guests
$50 - $60
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Drip and Sip Sneaker Customization Class
29k followers
Comes to you
1 to 100 guests
$130 - $140
Sumi-e Japanese Ink-painting Class
4.9 (15)
4.9 (62) (for this teacher)
Manhattan
/ Mobile
1 to 100 guests
$40
Ceramic Pumpkin Painting Class: Yayoi Kusama Inspired
6k followers
Manhattan
/ Mobile
1 to 150 guests
$85
Silk Screen Printing Class: Warhol Inspired
6k followers
Manhattan
/ Mobile
10 to 150 guests
$85
Soak Stain Painting Class: Helen Frankenthaler Inspired
6k followers
Manhattan
/ Mobile
10 to 300 guests
$85
Abstract Painting Class: Hilma Af Klint Inspired
6k followers
Manhattan
/ Mobile
1 to 200 guests
$85
Abstract Painting Class: Joan Mitchell
6k followers
Manhattan
10 to 200 guests
$85
Self Portrait Painting Workshop: Frida Kahlo Inspired
6k followers
Manhattan
/ Mobile
1 to 200 guests
$85
Basquiat-inspired Mixed Media Art Workshop
6k followers
Manhattan
/ Mobile
10 to 150 guests
$85
Surrealist Games Art Class
6k followers
Manhattan
/ Mobile
10 to 150 guests
$85
Painting Class: Jackson Pollock Inspired
6k followers
Manhattan
/ Mobile
1 to 300 guests
$85
Abstract Flower Painting Class: Georgia O'Keeffe Inspired
6k followers
Manhattan
/ Mobile
1 to 150 guests
$85
Washington Color School Painting Class
6k followers
1k likes
Manhattan
/ Mobile
10 to 200 guests
$85
Contemporary Art Class: Damien Hirst Inspired
6k followers
1k likes
Manhattan
/ Mobile
10 to 200 guests
$85
Van Gogh Inspired Painting Class
6k followers
1k likes
Manhattan
/ Mobile
1 to 200 guests
$85
Japanese Pop Art Painting Class: Murakami-inspired
6k followers
Manhattan
1 to 100 guests
$85
Art Class: Meditate and Paint
6k followers
1k likes
Manhattan
/ Mobile
10 to 200 guests
$85
Street Art Class: Keith Haring Inspired
6k followers
1k likes
Manhattan
/ Mobile
1 to 150 guests
$85
Plate Painting Class: Judy Chicago Inspired
6k followers
1k likes
Manhattan
/ Mobile
10 to 200 guests
$85
Abstract Art Class: Alma Thomas Inspired
6k followers
1k likes
Manhattan
/ Mobile
10 to 200 guests
$85
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Seasonal Mixology Workshop: Craft Trendy Cocktails
5.0 (5)
Manhattan
15 to 33 guests
$75 - $95
Classic and Creative Cocktails Class
5.0 (43)
4.8 (450) (for this teacher)
Manhattan
/ Mobile
1 to 26 guests
$75 - $95
Craft Cocktail Making Class in Midtown East
5.0 (5)
4.9 (57) (for this teacher)
Manhattan
1 to 50 guests
$115 - $145
Botanical Cocktail Making Class
4k followers
Manhattan
1 to 30 guests
$85 - $125
Seasonal Craft Cocktail Making Class
4.8 (450) (for this teacher)
17k followers
Manhattan
/ Mobile
1 to 30 guests
$75 - $95
Mixology Workshop 101: The Art of the Cocktail Class
4.0 (1)
Manhattan
/ Mobile
1 to 35 guests
$75 - $89
Seasonal Mixology Class
4.8 (450) (for this teacher)
17k followers
Manhattan
1 to 33 guests
$75 - $95
Cocktail Making 101 Class
4.9 (44) (for this teacher)
6k followers
Comes to you
6 to 40 guests
$110
Mixology Workshop
4.8 (16)
4.8 (450) (for this teacher)
Manhattan
15 to 28 guests
$75 - $95
Cocktail Making Class
7k followers
Comes to you
20 to 100 guests
$175
Winter Mixology Class and Competition
5k likes
Manhattan
1 to 25 guests
$100 - $150
Mixology Class and Competition
5.0 (1)
Manhattan & Brooklyn
1 to 25 guests
$100 - $150
Classic Cocktails Class
9k followers
Manhattan
10 to 25 guests
$78
Mixology Class
47k followers
3k likes
Brooklyn
20 to 50 guests
$160
DIY Mixology Experience for Groups
Comes to you
25 to 300 guests
$75 - $105
Cocktail and Wine Workshop
2k followers
Comes to you
1 to 40 guests
$30 - $75
Botanical Cocktail Making Class for Groups
4k followers
Manhattan
6 to 30 guests
$1,000
per group
Holiday Spritz Cocktail Making Class
4.8 (5)
4.9 (57) (for this teacher)
Manhattan
1 to 40 guests
$85 - $100
Holiday Mixology Workshop
5.0 (1)
17k followers
Manhattan
15 to 40 guests
$75 - $95
Cocktail Making Class: Ultimate Summer Party
4.8 (450) (for this teacher)
17k followers
Manhattan
15 to 33 guests
$75 - $95
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Terrarium Workshop: Sip and Plant
4.9 (31)
5.0 (292) (for this teacher)
Manhattan
1 to 300 guests
$139 - $149
Japanese Flower Arrangement Ohara-Style Ikebana Class
4.8 (5)
Manhattan
/ Mobile
1 to 40 guests
$78
Terrarium Making Class
5.0 (2)
4.9 (300) (for this teacher)
Manhattan
/ Mobile
10 to 50 guests
$55
Beginners' Flower Arranging Class
5.0 (6)
75k followers
Manhattan
6 to 100 guests
$150
DIY Bouquet Workshop
Comes to you
10 to 60 guests
$90 - $120
Kokedama Class
Comes to you
10 to 30 guests
$87 - $97
Succulent Terrarium Workshop
Comes to you
12 to 30 guests
$92
Moss Frame Workshop
Comes to you
12 to 30 guests
$87
Sustainable Terrarium Workshop
5.0 (21)
8k followers
Brooklyn
/ Mobile
2 to 30 guests
$175
Wardian Terrarium Making Class
Manhattan
1 to 35 guests
$145
Seasonal Wreath Making Workshop
4.9 (119) (for this teacher)
2k followers
Queens
/ Mobile
6 to 150 guests
$70 - $80
Petals & Prosecco: A Brooklyn Floral Experience
5.0 (94) (for this teacher)
Brooklyn
1 to 30 guests
$75 - $115
Open Terrarium Workshop
8k followers
Brooklyn
/ Mobile
6 to 100 guests
$75 - $85
Moss Frame Art Workshop
8k followers
Brooklyn
/ Mobile
4 to 50 guests
$125
Wreath Making Workshop
16k followers
Brooklyn
/ Mobile
10 to 35 guests
$95
Floristry Class: Inspired by Art
75k followers
14k likes
Manhattan
6 to 25 guests
$170
Beginner Flower Arranging Class
5.0 (6)
2k followers
Brooklyn
/ Mobile
2 to 50 guests
$77 - $88
Moss Wall Art Workshop
3k followers
Brooklyn
8 to 30 guests
$69
Propagation and Painting Class
3k followers
Brooklyn
8 to 30 guests
$79
Terrarium Making Workshop
3k followers
Brooklyn
8 to 30 guests
$79
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Botanical Dyeing and Embroidery Workshop
5.0 (4)
Manhattan
/ Mobile
1 to 30 guests
$65 - $85
Fabric Dyeing Class
3k followers
Comes to you
10 to 30 guests
$75
Chunky Knit Blanket Workshop
5.0 (4)
5.0 (38) (for this teacher)
Manhattan
1 to 25 guests
$199
Chunky Velvet Bag Knitting Workshop
5.0 (4)
5.0 (38) (for this teacher)
Manhattan
1 to 25 guests
$150
Chunky Knit Hat Workshop
5.0 (38) (for this teacher)
Manhattan
1 to 20 guests
$99
Paint Intention Rocks Workshop
5.0 (38) (for this teacher)
Manhattan
6 to 25 guests
$35
Visible Mending Workshop: Denim Upcycling
5.0 (9)
33k followers
Manhattan
/ Mobile
1 to 20 guests
$65 - $85
Embroidery and Mexican Cooking Class
33k followers
Manhattan
1 to 20 guests
$75 - $85
Winter Bundle-Dyed Napkins Workshop
1k followers
Comes to you
1 to 30 guests
$75
Leather Bracelet Making Class
Manhattan
6 to 25 guests
$135
Leather Cardholder Making Class
Manhattan
6 to 25 guests
$155
Leather Passport Holder Class
Manhattan
6 to 25 guests
$185
Wool Needle Felting Class
3k followers
Brooklyn
8 to 30 guests
$59
Petal Prints Natural Dyeing Workshop
5.0 (1)
1k followers
Comes to you
1 to 30 guests
$85
Sip and Stitch Handbag Class
Manhattan
12 to 25 guests
$275
Sip and Stitch Crossbody Bag Class
Manhattan
12 to 25 guests
$275
Pom Pom Mobile Workshop
7k followers
Manhattan
/ Mobile
10 to 30 guests
$58 - $78
Pet Portrait Embroidery Workshop
3k followers
4 years in business
Comes to you
1 to 30 guests
$80 - $85
Neon Sign Making Workshop
Queens
/ Mobile
1 to 20 guests
$150 - $165
Plushie Pet Ornament Workshop
7 years in business
Brooklyn
8 to 20 guests
$60
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Arty party ideas
Japanese Marbling Art Class
4.9 (42) (for this teacher)
2k followers
Comes to you
10 to 100 guests
$75
Fluid Bear Art Class
5.0 (7)
28k followers
Queens
1 to 20 guests
$78 - $128
Epoxy Resin Art Class
5.0 (1)
3k followers
Manhattan
10 to 40 guests
$150
Resin Art and Wine Class
3k followers
Manhattan
7 to 40 guests
$175
Epoxy Resin Art Class: Ocean Waves or Stone Coat
3k followers
Brooklyn
7 to 30 guests
$100
Valentine's Resin Art Workshop
3k followers
Manhattan
7 to 20 guests
$150
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Birthday experiences that sparkle
Bracelet Beading Workshop
5.0 (38) (for this teacher)
Manhattan
6 to 25 guests
$45
Calming Creations Jewelry Making Workshop
5.0 (1)
2 years in business
Manhattan
1 to 20 guests
$60
Charm Jewelry Workshop
26k followers
Manhattan
8 to 30 guests
$60
Beaded Jewelry Making Class
7 years in business
Brooklyn
8 to 20 guests
$75
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Cold Process Soap Making for Fun and Gift Making
5.0 (51) (for this teacher)
Manhattan
/ Mobile
4 to 1000 guests
$98
Natural Perfume Making Class
5.0 (3)
6k likes
Manhattan
/ Mobile
1 to 1000 guests
$68 - $98
Candle Making Workshop
5.0 (11)
5.0 (51) (for this teacher)
Manhattan
1 to 1000 guests
$68 - $98
DIY Perfume Making Class
5.0 (16)
5.0 (50) (for this teacher)
Manhattan
1 to 300 guests
$120
Natural Wax Candle Making Class
5.0 (3)
6k likes
Manhattan
/ Mobile
3 to 1000 guests
$98 - $198
Cold Process Soap Making Workshop - Professional
5.0 (4)
Manhattan
/ Mobile
1 to 1000 guests
$198
Organic Facial Serums and Masks Class
5.0 (2)
6k likes
Manhattan
4 to 200 guests
$98
Herbal Exfoliating Sugar Scrubs and Body Balms Class
5.0 (1)
Manhattan
/ Mobile
6 to 500 guests
$98
Organic Body Cream and Lotion Workshop
5.0 (51) (for this teacher)
6k likes
Manhattan
4 to 250 guests
$198
Design Your Own Soap Creative Experience
5.0 (51) (for this teacher)
6k likes
Manhattan
/ Mobile
4 to 1000 guests
$60
Cold Process Soap Making Class: Fresh Fruits and Milk
5.0 (51) (for this teacher)
Manhattan
/ Mobile
8 to 1000 guests
$198
Natural Shampoo and Hair Treatments Class
5.0 (51) (for this teacher)
6k likes
Manhattan
8 to 500 guests
$198
Design Reed Diffusers and Room Sprays Workshop
5.0 (51) (for this teacher)
Manhattan
/ Mobile
4 to 1000 guests
$98
Natural Anti Aging Skincare Class
5.0 (51) (for this teacher)
6k likes
Manhattan
/ Mobile
8 to 1000 guests
$198
Luxurious Body and Massage Oils Class
5.0 (51) (for this teacher)
6k likes
Manhattan
2 to 150 guests
$198
Organic Hot Process Soap Making Class
5.0 (51) (for this teacher)
6k likes
Manhattan
2 to 100 guests
$198
Facial Skincare Class: Toners, Cleansers and Creams
5.0 (51) (for this teacher)
Manhattan
2 to 100 guests
$198
Apothecary Apprentice Experience
5.0 (51) (for this teacher)
6k likes
Manhattan
/ Mobile
2 to 500 guests
$198
Moisturizing Body Wash Class
5.0 (51) (for this teacher)
6k likes
Manhattan
/ Mobile
4 to 500 guests
$98
Shampoo and Conditioner Bars Class
5.0 (51) (for this teacher)
6k likes
Manhattan
10 to 500 guests
$198
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Reviews for our Birthday workshops in New York City
Chara Solomonidi
Lunchbox Cake Decorating Class
The lunchbox cake decorating class is a super cute activity idea for a date, friend hangout, or you can even go there alone. I went there alone to decorate my birthday cake and had so much fun! Chef Erika is so attentive and kept hyping our cakes up! The cake turned out so pretty and delicious. I definitely recommend this experience (:
Selena Naidoo
Hand-building Ceramic Dinnerware Workshop
I went to this class with my sister as a birthday present. We had such a good time and our teacher was amazing! She lent a helping hand when needed and walked us through the steps really well. Would definitely recommend!
Laolao Vee
10/10!!! We celebrated my mom’s 60th birthday here and it was a huge success! The owners are so friendly and knowledgeable. We loved it, would definitely recommend and come back!
Daphne Logan
Hand-Building Ceramic Workshop: Make Your Perfect Mug
We went to celebrate my husband’s birthday and had an amazing time! Natalie is a wonderful teacher who creates a warm and friendly atmosphere. She is a very clear, attentive, and helpful instructor and ensured that everyone created something beautiful, from very beginners to those of us with a little more experience. We each made mugs and we used clay “tattoos” in lieu of glaze, since it’sWe went to celebrate my husband’s birthday and had an amazing time! Natalie is a wonderful teacher who creates a warm and friendly atmosphere. She is a very clear, attentive, and helpful instructor and ensured that everyone created something beautiful, from very beginners to those of us with a little more experience. We each made mugs and we used clay “tattoos” in lieu of glaze, since it’s a single-session workshop. The physical space was lovely and had great natural lighting. The clay was fresh and easy to work with and all the tools were in good shape. Definitely a great value for the money, and I was happy to support a small business owner! + more
Audrey Leonard
The occasion was my 25th birthday, I had 8 of my friends take the class with me and it was a great experience. Teacher was kind, intelligent and very patient. I had a great experience and would love to take another class in the future. The food was great too and everyone had a great time
Tanya Grant
Celebrated a friends birthday that really has a love for plants. This class was a really fun way to celebrate while learning a few things about plants. We painted the plant pots which was a great addition. The instructor was friendly, patient and very knowledgeable. Definitely a great way to spend a Saturday afternoon.
Ariana Martell
Hand-building Ceramic Dinnerware Workshop
It was my birthday weekend celebration. I love how the teacher let us be creative and could come up with unique ideas.
Jose Francisco Merino Zerna
The occasion was for a birthday. The teacher was very helpful and gave a lot of pointers for beginners like us. The venue was nice and with all the right tooling. She had all the paints we needed. We learned the different ways to shade while using oil paintings. The class was the definitely worth it. We really liked the way the paintings came out.
Taylor Evans
We went for a friends birthday! Our chef, Denis, was absolutely fab! Would take another class with him asap!
Rebecca Clerkin
Terrarium Workshop: Sip and Plant
I treated my son to this class for his 31st birthday gift, and it did not disappoint. We had a lot of fun! There were some wonderful refreshments provided, all the needed materials and some lovely plants to select from, and step by step instructions. The two teachers were very knowledgeable and personable, and we had a lot of laughs. We left with beautiful terrariums that we will each be proud toI treated my son to this class for his 31st birthday gift, and it did not disappoint. We had a lot of fun! There were some wonderful refreshments provided, all the needed materials and some lovely plants to select from, and step by step instructions. The two teachers were very knowledgeable and personable, and we had a lot of laughs. We left with beautiful terrariums that we will each be proud to display. + more
Elines Marizan Antonio
Pottery Throwing Wheel Class: Agateware Marbling
Visited for my sister’s birthday. The space was very clean and organized. We were able to make three pieces and choose one to pick up and take home, which was nice. 10/10 experience!
Amanda Ghent
Matcha Crafting and Tasting Class
Armando was a fantastic teacher! My daughter and I came to NYC for our birthdays and this was one of the fun things we wanted to do. We learned a lot and had great time in the Matcha class!
Holly Nikodem
I booked seats in the mozzarella & burrata making class for my best friend’s birthday. It was a small class (4 tables of 2-4 folks). Our instructor, Carolyn, was very personable, funny, and gave clear direction. The class was very approachable, even for absolute beginners. We each left with a full sized ball of mozzarella & burrata, as well as learned the
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 moneyWe 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 too. This is an amazing activity to do with a significant other or friends. I feel like it’s better than the other popular options like painting or pottery because it’s very beginner friendly. Thank you for a great time. Highly recommend for those curious! + 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 allMyself, 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 had a great time. + more
Ariella Riapos
Decorative Sushi Making Class: Kazari Maki Zushi
I booked as a surprise for my partner's birthday and we had so much fun! The instructors were so sweet and the designs they picked were really cool to learn. The set up and planning was very thorough, they had set out all the materials for us and it was perfectly portioned for each step! I thought it was well worth the price and it was a great experience. I would definitely go back to the space forI booked as a surprise for my partner's birthday and we had so much fun! The instructors were so sweet and the designs they picked were really cool to learn. The set up and planning was very thorough, they had set out all the materials for us and it was perfectly portioned for each step! I thought it was well worth the price and it was a great experience. I would definitely go back to the space for another class. + more
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 birthday parties 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. This makes for fantastic birthday activities for plant lovers where they can celebrate with nature.
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.
