Make a Tiny Tree Over a Pint: Bonsai Bar at Woods Boss Brewing Company

DENVER WORKSHOP FIELD GUIDE

Make a Tiny Tree Over a Pint: Bonsai Bar at Woods Boss Brewing Company

A two-hour, all-materials-provided workshop where beginners plant, trim and pot a bonsai inside a cozy Five Points brewery—this guide lays out what to expect and how to prepare.

Make a Tiny Tree Over a Pint: Bonsai Bar at Woods Boss Brewing Company.

Duration
2 Hours
Location
Denver
Operator
Bonsai Bar
Category
Workshop
Robert Eric Crews
Founder & Editor, The Adventure Collective
Published Verified

Settle into the rustic taproom at Woods Boss Brewing Company in Denver’s Five Points neighborhood and spend two focused hours learning the basics of bonsai. Bonsai Bar brings a hands-on workshop format to a neighborhood brewery, where participants pick a tree, learn trimming and potting techniques, and leave with a planted ceramic pot and ongoing support.

Highlights

Outing Highlights

THE WORKSHOP

Beginner-friendly, hands-on bonsai instruction

Over a two-hour session you’ll receive step-by-step guidance, access to shared tools like shears and digging implements, and the confidence to care for your new tiny tree at home.

THE TAKEAWAYS

Everything you need to walk away with a bonsai

Tickets include a tree you select, a ceramic pot, two hours of instruction, and ongoing Tree-iage support so your tree keeps thriving after the workshop ends.

THE VENUE

A neighborhood brewery setting in Five Points

The workshop takes place inside Woods Boss Brewing Company’s taproom—an intimate neighborhood brewery that pairs community-minded ambience with award-winning beers.

What the day feels like

What it feels like

The workshop unfolds like a focused craft session: arrive early to check in and grab a drink, sit down as instruction begins promptly, choose your sapling and pot, and work through potting and pruning under instructor guidance. Shared tools and soil bins are provided, and the session wraps with cleanup, a planted tree to take home, and information about follow-up Tree-iage support.

Suitability

Who it's for

Who this workshop suits—and the constraints to check before booking.

1
Beginners & Plant LoversIdeal for first-time bonsai makers who want hands-on instruction and a take-home project; each attendee must have their own ticket.
2
Friends & Date NightsA relaxed, social two-hour session at a brewery makes for an easy outing—note that tickets are per person, not per tree.
3
Families with TeensMany venues are family friendly and may allow underage attendees with a parent or guardian, but confirm the venue’s under-21 policy before booking.
4
Drink-seekersThe brewery setting offers crafted beers to purchase on-site, though drink tickets are not included with workshop admission.

Practical planner

Details to review before reserving

Timing & Duration

Workshops run for approximately 2 hours; plan to arrive 15 minutes early for check-in.

What to Bring

All planting materials and basic tools are provided; you may borrow shears, a chopstick for digging and a soil collection bin. Drinks are sold separately—drink tickets are not included.

Logistics & Venue

The event takes place at Woods Boss Brewing Company in Denver’s Five Points neighborhood—contact the venue for specifics about under-21 entry.

Tickets & Age Policy

Admission is ticketed per person and two people cannot share one ticket/tree; check the venue’s under-21 policy if bringing minors.

Booking Notice

Review cancellation policies before reserving.

Frequently asked questions

Planning Your Outing

Can two people share one tree/ticket?

No. Events are ticketed per person, not per tree; every person attending must have a ticket because space is limited.

Are Bonsai Bar workshops 21+?

Not necessarily. Most venues are family friendly and allow underage attendees with a parent or guardian; contact the venue to confirm their under-21 policy.

Are drink tickets included in the price of a ticket?

No. Drink tickets are not included; beverages are handled separately by the venue.

When should I arrive to the event?

Please arrive 15 minutes before the scheduled start to check in and get a drink; workshops start promptly.

What’s included with a ticket?

You keep the tree you pick and a ceramic bonsai pot; the ticket also includes two hours of instruction, and access to ongoing Tree-iage support. Shared tools and a soil bin are available to borrow.