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Tiny Trees, Big Night: Hands-On Bonsai at Chimba
A lively, beginner-friendly 2-hour workshop where every ticket includes a tree, pot and tools—ideal for friends and new plant lovers.
Tiny Trees, Big Night: Hands-On Bonsai at Chimba.
Set inside Chimba’s South American–inspired dining room, Bonsai Bar is a two-hour, beginner workshop that walks you through selecting a tiny tree, learning basic bonsai techniques, and potting your creation to take home—all in a convivial evening setting that blends music and food-driven atmosphere.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Make and Keep Your Own Tiny Bonsai
Over a focused two hours you'll choose a tree, pot it, and learn the essentials of bonsai care so you leave with a complete tiny tree and ongoing support through the operator's follow-up program.
South American Flavors and a Lively Setting
The workshop takes place at Chimba, a venue that pairs culinary exploration of South America with music and a spirited atmosphere, making the evening feel equal parts creative workshop and social night out.
All Materials Provided and Tools to Borrow
Tickets cover a tree, a ceramic bonsai pot and two hours of instruction; the host also provides communal tools—shears, a soil bin and a digging chopstick—and offers continuing advice after the event.
What the day feels like
How the Night Unfolds
Expect a brisk, social two-hour session: arrive early to check in and grab a drink, pick the tree you’ll work on, learn pruning and potting techniques from the instructor, and finish by potting and styling your tree before heading home with your new bonsai and resources for ongoing care.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who gets the most from Bonsai Bar @ Chimba—and who should check policies first.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
Workshops run for approximately 2 hours. Arrive 15 minutes early to check in and get settled; sessions begin promptly as scheduled.
Most materials are provided—your ticket includes a tree, ceramic pot and two hours of instruction. The host supplies communal tools (shears, soil bin, chopstick). You may bring a beverage of choice depending on venue rules; drink tickets are not included with workshop tickets.
The workshop takes place at Chimba. Contact the venue directly to confirm policies for under-21 attendees.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
Can two people share one tree/ticket?
No. Events are ticketed per person; each attendee must have their own ticket.
Are Bonsai Bar workshops 21+?
Not necessarily. Many venues are family friendly and allow underage attendees with a parent or guardian; contact the venue to confirm the under-21 policy.
Are drink tickets included with the price of admission?
No. Drink tickets are not included in the ticket price.
When should I arrive for the workshop?
Please arrive 15 minutes before the scheduled start time to check in and get settled; workshops start promptly as scheduled.
What is included with a ticket?
A ticket includes a tree you pick, a ceramic bonsai pot, two hours of instruction, and access to borrow basic tools; ongoing support is offered through the operator’s Tree-iage program.