Date Ideas San Francisco
Looking for date ideas in San Francisco that go beyond the usual dinner and drinks? Our creative workshops offer ways to connect with your partner. From intimate cooking classes and foodie dates with a private chef to pasta making classes around the Bay Area, you have plenty of choices to eat well. You can also try crafting a cutting board in a woodworking class or making your own pottery in pottery classes for couples. With all of the creative experiences in San Francisco, you’ll never be at a loss for unique date night ideas.
Rug Tufting Workshop
5.0 (65)
7 years in business
Runs regularly
SF
/ Mobile
1 to 100 guests
$82 - $109
Pottery Class: Intro to Wheel Throwing Seize the Clay
4.7 (188)
Runs regularly
SF
1 to 10 guests
$89
Turkish Mosaic Lamp Workshop
5.0 (11)
5.0 (208) (for this teacher)
Runs regularly
SF
1 to 300 guests
$74 - $99
Wheel Throwing Workshop: Fun with Clay
5.0 (48)
Runs regularly
Daly City
1 to 2 guests
$95
Kintsugi and Wabi Sabi Workshop
4.7 (27)
Runs regularly
SF
/ Mobile
1 to 300 guests
$119
Character Macaron Making Class
5.0 (18)
7k followers
Runs regularly
SF
1 to 5 guests
$110 - $119
Wine and Paint Class
5.0 (29)
15k followers
Runs regularly
SF
1 to 100 guests
$79 - $89
Rug Tufting Workshop
5.0 (16)
5.0 (208) (for this teacher)
Runs regularly
SF
/ Mobile
1 to 100 guests
$84 - $109
Ceramic Mug Workshop
5.0 (9)
5.0 (42) (for this teacher)
Runs regularly
Oakland
/ Mobile
1 to 20 guests
$90
Textured Art Class
4.8 (22)
4.9 (66) (for this teacher)
Runs regularly
SF
1 to 40 guests
$95 - $99
Custom Candle Making Class
5.0 (82)
1k followers
Runs regularly
SF
1 to 32 guests
$48 - $95
Flower Arrangement Workshop
4.7 (15)
4.9 (98) (for this teacher)
Runs regularly
San Mateo
/ Mobile
1 to 200 guests
$105
Concrete Lamp Workshop
5.0 (10)
4.9 (66) (for this teacher)
Runs regularly
SF
/ Mobile
1 to 20 guests
$90 - $95
Cooking Class: Dumpling Dinner Party
5.0 (131)
1k followers
Runs regularly
SF
1 to 11 guests
$129 - $169
Closed Eco-System Terrarium Class
5.0 (11)
4.9 (98) (for this teacher)
Runs regularly
San Mateo
/ Mobile
1 to 500 guests
$75 - $85
Spanish Cooking Class: A Night in Spain
4.9 (12)
5.0 (81) (for this teacher)
Runs regularly
SF
1 to 15 guests
$145
Buttercream Cupcake Decorating Class: Rose, Daisy, Scabiosa
5.0 (14)
Only 1 date left
SF
1 to 20 guests
$135
Closed Terrarium Class
5.0 (31)
5.0 (208) (for this teacher)
Runs regularly
SF
/ Mobile
1 to 300 guests
$69 - $139
Sgraffito Pottery Workshop: Perfect Party Platters
5.0 (14)
Runs regularly
SF
1 to 20 guests
$80 - $90
Hand Build Pottery Class
5.0 (20)
2k followers
Runs regularly
Oakland
/ Mobile
1 to 30 guests
$70
Resin Coaster Making Class
5.0 (5)
4.9 (66) (for this teacher)
Runs regularly
SF
/ Mobile
1 to 60 guests
$85 - $90
Cooking Class: Chinese from Scratch
5.0 (23)
5.0 (53) (for this teacher)
Runs regularly
Richmond
/ Mobile
1 to 4 guests
$90 - $170
Traditional Chinese Pastry Class
4.9 (12)
5.0 (53) (for this teacher)
Runs regularly
Richmond
/ Mobile
1 to 20 guests
$84 - $160
Spanish Cooking Class: Cooking and Conversation
5.0 (6)
Runs regularly
SF
1 to 15 guests
$145
Moss Wall Art Workshop
5.0 (10)
5.0 (208) (for this teacher)
Runs regularly
SF
/ Mobile
1 to 300 guests
$44 - $79
Soap Making Class
5.0 (8)
4.9 (66) (for this teacher)
Runs regularly
SF
/ Mobile
1 to 60 guests
$85 - $90
Bladesmithing Class: Railroad Spike Knife
7k followers
4k followers
Runs regularly
Richmond
1 to 5 guests
$195
Neapolitan Pizza Making Class
5.0 (20)
5.0 (81) (for this teacher)
Runs regularly
SF
1 to 15 guests
$145
Kokedama Class
4.9 (18)
4.9 (98) (for this teacher)
Runs regularly
San Mateo
/ Mobile
1 to 1000 guests
$75 - $85
Fluid Art Class
5.0 (5)
4.9 (66) (for this teacher)
Runs regularly
SF
/ Mobile
1 to 100 guests
$80 - $85
Buttercream Cupcake Decorating Class: Succulents
5.0 (13)
Only 1 date left
SF
1 to 20 guests
$145
Concrete Craft Workshop: Mini Fire Pit
4.7 (3)
4.9 (66) (for this teacher)
Runs regularly
SF
/ Mobile
1 to 40 guests
$85 - $90
Terrarium Making Class
4.9 (66) (for this teacher)
Runs regularly
SF
/ Mobile
1 to 60 guests
$95 - $99
Snow Globe Workshop
5.0 (2)
5.0 (208) (for this teacher)
Runs regularly
SF
/ Mobile
1 to 200 guests
$69
Italian Cooking Class: Rustic Potato Gnocchi
5.0 (13)
5.0 (81) (for this teacher)
Runs regularly
SF
1 to 15 guests
$145
Wood Burning Cutting Board Class
4.9 (66) (for this teacher)
Runs regularly
SF
/ Mobile
1 to 50 guests
$90 - $95
Succulent Wreath Making Workshop
5.0 (2)
4.9 (98) (for this teacher)
Runs regularly
San Mateo
/ Mobile
1 to 1000 guests
$105
Seasonal Floral Centerpiece Workshop
4.9 (98) (for this teacher)
2k followers
Runs regularly
San Mateo
/ Mobile
1 to 200 guests
$120 - $135
Macrame Workshop: Plant Hanger
5.0 (11)
5.0 (42) (for this teacher)
Runs regularly
Oakland
/ Mobile
1 to 30 guests
$65
Open Glass Terrarium Class
5.0 (6)
4.9 (98) (for this teacher)
Runs regularly
San Mateo
/ Mobile
1 to 1000 guests
$70 - $75
Fluid Art Bear Class
4.9 (7)
4.9 (66) (for this teacher)
Runs regularly
SF
/ Mobile
1 to 40 guests
$90 - $95
Mixology 101 Class
5.0 (7)
5.0 (34) (for this teacher)
Your choice of time
SF
1 to 50 guests
$155
Acrylic Paint and Sip Workshop
5.0 (3)
1k followers
Runs regularly
SF
/ Mobile
1 to 20 guests
$65
Seasonal Succulent Centerpiece Workshop
5.0 (1)
4.9 (98) (for this teacher)
Runs regularly
San Mateo
/ Mobile
1 to 1000 guests
$65 - $85
Artistic Bookmark Making Workshop
5.0 (30) (for this teacher)
15k followers
Runs regularly
SF
/ Mobile
1 to 100 guests
$72 - $78
Italian Cooking Class: Sardinian Gnocchi
5.0 (9)
5.0 (81) (for this teacher)
Runs regularly
SF
1 to 15 guests
$145
String Art Class
5.0 (3)
4.9 (66) (for this teacher)
Runs regularly
SF
/ Mobile
1 to 20 guests
$85 - $90
Sushi Making Class: Rainbow Roll, Steelhead Roll, and More
5.0 (5)
Runs regularly
SF
1 to 20 guests
$99
Looking for more options? Please message us or call us on 0488 839 505, and we'll quickly organise a class for your group
Wood Burn a Charcuterie Board
5.0 (36)
Runs regularly
LIVE STREAMING
Craft kit delivered
1 to 200 guests
$83 - $85
DIY Turkish Mosaic Lamp
5.0 (52)
Runs regularly
LIVE STREAMING
Craft kit delivered
1 to 72 guests
$99
DIY Kintsugi for Beginners
5.0 (33)
Runs regularly
LIVE STREAMING
Craft kit delivered
1 to 1000 guests
$80 - $95
Build a Terrarium: Wardian Case
4.9 (54)
Runs regularly
LIVE STREAMING
Craft kit delivered
1 to 300 guests
$89 - $109
Make an Organic Soy Wax Candle
5.0 (20)
Runs regularly
LIVE STREAMING
Craft kit delivered
1 to 300 guests
$60
DIY Closed Terrarium
4.9 (56)
Runs regularly
LIVE STREAMING
Craft kit delivered
1 to 300 guests
$89 - $139
DIY Chunky Knit Blanket
4.9 (71)
Runs regularly
LIVE STREAMING
Craft kit delivered
1 to 500 guests
$20 - $79
Make Resin Jewelry
5.0 (20)
Runs regularly
LIVE STREAMING
Craft kit delivered
1 to 300 guests
$79 - $89
Make a Mini Terrarium
4.9 (17)
Runs regularly
LIVE STREAMING
Craft kit delivered
1 to 300 guests
$49
Make a Terrarium Ornament
5.0 (3)
Runs regularly
LIVE STREAMING
Craft kit delivered
1 to 1000 guests
$43 - $49
Turkish Coffee and Turkish Delight Tasting
5.0 (9)
Runs regularly
LIVE STREAMING
Kit delivered
1 to 200 guests
$69 - $79
Moss Wall Art Workshop
5.0 (1)
Runs regularly
LIVE STREAMING
Craft kit delivered
1 to 300 guests
$69 - $79
Make a Candle in a Turkish Mosaic Holder
5.0 (7)
Runs regularly
LIVE STREAMING
Craft kit delivered
1 to 300 guests
$79 - $99
Learn Cocktail Making
5.0 (9)
Runs regularly
LIVE STREAMING
Cocktail kit delivered
1 to 100 guests
$75 - $140
Make a Turkish Mosaic Candle Holder
5.0 (5)
Runs regularly
LIVE STREAMING
Craft kit delivered
1 to 300 guests
$79 - $99
Make String Art with Lights
5.0 (11)
Runs regularly
LIVE STREAMING
Craft kit delivered
1 to 300 guests
$52 - $69
Natural Candle Making at Home
4.9 (14)
Only 1 date left
LIVE STREAMING
Craft kit delivered
1 to 2000 guests
$59
Make DIY Moss Wall Art
5.0 (3)
Runs regularly
LIVE STREAMING
Craft kit delivered
1 to 300 guests
$74 - $109
Self Sustaining Terrarium Workshop
5.0 (1)
Runs regularly
LIVE STREAMING
Craft kit delivered
1 to 300 guests
$69 - $79
DIY Mushroom Terrarium
5.0 (1)
Runs regularly
LIVE STREAMING
Craft kit delivered
1 to 300 guests
$89 - $99
Make Floating Terrariums: Garden in the Sky
4.8 (6)
Runs regularly
LIVE STREAMING
Craft kit delivered
1 to 300 guests
$99 - $159
Make Jewelry at Home
5k followers
Runs regularly
LIVE STREAMING
Craft kit delivered
1 to 12 guests
$70 - $115
Natural Candle Making Class at Home
5.0 (34) (for this teacher)
Runs regularly
LIVE STREAMING
Craft kit delivered
1 to 1000 guests
$55 - $65
Islamic Geometry Watercolor Painting
5.0 (272) (for this teacher)
Runs regularly
LIVE STREAMING
Craft kit delivered
1 to 300 guests
$79
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Date Night Ideas San Francisco
Best date ideas in San Francisco near you
It doesn’t matter where you’re located, from the Marina to the Sunset District, since our fun date ideas cover the city and beyond. You can join a paint and sip in Union Square or try a mixology session in North Beach. Creative workshops give you a chance to learn something while sharing meaningful experiences.
Our teachers offer their classes across San Francisco and some will bring the experience to you. If you are planning a birthday party book a paint party that comes to you. You can even enjoy at home date nights with virtual classes! Not only will you get expert instruction from a local artist, all of the supplies come with your booking so you can focus on having an amazing time with your friends and family.
What to do on date nights and first date ideas in San Francisco
Take the pressure off a first date with a creative activity. Dinner and a movie is a good choice, but if you want a unique alternative, try a San Francisco cooking class. You can learn how to cook an Italian dinner at a local chef’s home. You’ll drink wine and get step-by-step instructions from a friendly and supportive teacher. You’ll learn to master fresh handmade pasta or deliciously crisp and chewy pizza dough.
If you and your date want to explore your artistic side, try a painting date night. You can choose from a range of projects, from creating painted wine glasses to making pet portraits. It’s a fun and casual time picking up techniques from an artist. Not only will you learn new skills, but you’ll also feel good about supporting a local business.
It’s not always easy coming up with first-date ideas, but choosing a hands-on experience lets you make the most of living in a creative city. There are workshops in San Francisco you won’t find anywhere else and you’ll be able to spend quality time with your date.
Best date spots in San Francisco
There are plenty of low-key date spots to discover when you book a creative experience. Take a couples’ pottery class for a crafty date idea and share a great time in a ceramics studio. Whether you want the challenge of wheel throwing or a more laidback hand-building class, your teacher will guide you so you’ll make something cool.
If you love the idea of exploring new destinations in the city, try a walking tour of food markets like the historic Ferry Building and then take a tour of Alcatraz. You can also take your date or partner on a farmers market tour and take your finds back to create a delicious meal with your cooking teacher. These unique San Francisco experiences make these outings special and create cherished memories.
