FORT COLLINS WORKSHOP FIELD GUIDE
Hands-On Bonsai in a 1928 Brick Barrel at Downtown Fort Collins' Bonsai Bar
A two-hour beginner-friendly workshop at Gilded Goat Brewing Company's historic Mountain Avenue space where every attendee pots a tree and leaves with a ceramic pot and ongoing care support.
Hands-On Bonsai in a 1928 Brick Barrel at Downtown Fort Collins' Bonsai Bar.
Set inside a 1928 brick building on Mountain Avenue, Bonsai Bar at Gilded Goat Brewing Company — Downtown offers a two-hour, instructor-led workshop that walks beginners through selecting, potting and styling a tiny tree while surrounded by high ceilings, original wood floors and skylights.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Historic Mountain Avenue Brick Interior
The workshop takes place in a roomy, historic brick room dating to 1928 with high ceilings, original wood floors and skylights — an airy setting that feels more atelier than classroom.
Two Hours of Hands-On Bonsai
Over a focused two-hour session you get step-by-step instruction, the pot and a tree to keep — the core of the Bonsai Bar experience for first-time practitioners.
Tree-iage Support After the Workshop
Tickets include access to ongoing support through the workshop’s Tree-iage program so your newly potted tree gets guidance beyond the class.
What the day feels like
How the Evening Unfolds
Expect a convivial two-hour session: arrive a few minutes early to check in, pick a specimen, borrow tools and soil bins, then follow instructor demonstrations through pruning, pot selection and planting. The format is hands-on and paced for beginners, with time for styling, questions and sign-up for post-event Tree-iage support.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this workshop suits — and who should check policies first.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
Bring your beverage of choice and arrive 15 minutes early to check in; other materials for planting are provided during the event.
Ticket includes a tree you pick, a ceramic bonsai pot, two hours of instruction, and access to ongoing Tree-iage support; tools such as a soil bin, shears and a chop stick are available to borrow.
Workshops run for two hours and start promptly; arrive 15 minutes before the scheduled start to ensure check-in and seating.
The Mountain Avenue location occupies a historic 1928 brick building with high ceilings, original wood floors and skylights — a spacious interior suited to hands-on workshops.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
Can two people share one tree/ticket?
No — events are ticketed per person and each attendee must have a ticket and their own tree due to limited venue space.
Are Bonsai Bar workshops 21+?
Maybe — many venues are family friendly and allow underage attendees with a parent or guardian; contact the venue to confirm the UNDER 21 policy for this location.
Are drink tickets included in the price of a ticket?
No — drink tickets are not included.
When should I arrive to the event?
Please arrive 15 minutes before the scheduled event to check in and grab a drink; workshops start promptly at the scheduled time.
What is included with a ticket?
You keep the tree you pick, a ceramic bonsai pot, two hours of instruction, and ongoing Tree-iage support; the workshop also provides borrowable tools such as a soil bin, shears and a chop stick.
How long is the workshop?
The workshop duration is two hours.