Two Hours, Tiny Trees: Hands‑On Bonsai Workshop at Saltwater Brewery

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Two Hours, Tiny Trees: Hands‑On Bonsai Workshop at Saltwater Brewery

A 2-hour beginner bonsai workshop in Delray Beach where each participant crafts a tree with materials provided and receives ongoing care support.

Two Hours, Tiny Trees: Hands‑On Bonsai Workshop at Saltwater Brewery.

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

Bonsai Bar @ Saltwater Brewery pairs a lively, hands-on bonsai workshop with the easygoing setting of Delray Beach’s first local production microbrewery. Over a focused two hours you’ll learn the basics of shaping and potting a miniature tree, borrowing tools on site and leaving with your own planted bonsai plus access to post-event support.

Highlights

Outing Highlights

THE CRAFT

Make and take your own bonsai in 2 hours

Beginner-focused instruction leads you through every step needed to pick, pot and style a tiny tree during a concentrated two-hour session—no prior experience required and all materials are provided.

THE VENUE

Saltwater Brewery’s tasting room and beer garden

The workshop takes place at Saltwater Brewery in Delray Beach, a local production microbrewery with a tasting room and beer garden that reflects the founders’ ocean‑inspired ethos.

WHAT YOU TAKE HOME

A planted bonsai, tools to borrow and ongoing Tree‑iage support

Your ticket covers a tree you choose, a ceramic bonsai pot, two hours of instruction and ongoing support through Bonsai Bar’s Tree‑iage program; select tools such as shears and a digging chopstick are available to borrow.

What the day feels like

What the evening feels like

The event moves at an intimate, practical pace: arrive early to check in and grab a drink, then settle into a guided, hands‑on session where instructors walk you through potting, pruning and styling your own tiny tree. Expect focused instruction across two hours, the use of shared tools, and a planted bonsai to carry home along with post‑event care resources.

Suitability

Who it's for

Who this workshop suits—brief notes on suitability and limits.

1
Beginners & Craft CuriousIdeal for first‑time bonsai makers: workshops are beginner‑focused and designed to let you walk away with a planted tree and basic skills.
2
Friends’ Night OutA social, relaxed activity to do with friends; attendees are encouraged to bring a beverage and enjoy the brewery setting.
3
Families (check age policy)Many venues are family friendly and may admit underage participants with a parent or guardian—confirm the event’s under‑21 policy with the venue first.
4
Those expecting included drinksNot a good match if you expect beverages to be included—drink tickets are not included with workshop admission.

Practical planner

Details to review before reserving

Timing & Arrival

Workshops run for two hours; please arrive 15 minutes before the scheduled start to check in and get settled.

What’s provided

Your ticket includes a tree you pick, a ceramic bonsai pot, two hours of instruction, and ongoing Tree‑iage support. Shared tools such as a soil bin, shears and a chopstick for digging are available to borrow.

What to bring

Bring a friend and, if you like, your beverage of choice from the venue; no extra equipment is required since materials and tools are provided.

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 and everyone attending must have a ticket because space is limited.

Are Bonsai Bar workshops 21+?

Maybe. Most venues are family friendly and allow underage guests with a parent or guardian; contact the venue for specific under‑21 policy details.

Are drink tickets included in the price of a ticket?

No. Drink tickets are not included with workshop admission.

When should I arrive to the event?

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

What is included with a ticket?

You keep the tree you pick and a ceramic bonsai pot, receive two hours of instruction and ongoing support via the Tree‑iage program; shared tools are available to borrow.

What tools are available during the workshop?

The event provides and allows you to borrow a soil bin, shears and a chopstick for digging; additional materials and instruction are included with your ticket.